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12 Fun Themes for your Next Costume Party
Posted by Meghan McRae on
Looking for ideas for you're next costume party? Look no further. We have complied a list of 13 great themes you can use at your next fancy dress party. We just know you and your guests are going to love it. 1. Masquerade Masks add an air of mystery to any party and a full on masquerade is all the more exciting. Plus it's an easy idea for any party cause all your guests need to do is add a mask to heir costume or outfit. 2. The Wild West Cowboys, Indians, Sheriffs, Saloon Mistresses & Bandits. Need...
- Tags: Costumes, Fancy Dress, Party, Party Ideas
Lighting Control Explained
Posted by Meghan McRae on
Lighting control systems are used in numerous different theatre and studio applications. They range from single channel follow spot dimmers up to large memory systems, which are used to control hundreds of dimmers. A basic lighting control system includes four elements: 1. The Control Desk - Used by the lighting operator to control the lighting, usually by pushing buttons, moving sliders or turning knobs. The control desk which can be either manual or computerised, is the brain of the dimming system. 2. The Dimmer Rack - This controls the amount of electricity that is sent to each light. It acts as...
Everything you need to know about LED Lighting
Posted by Meghan McRae on
LED Lighting is changing the world of stage lighting. Find out why so many people are turning to LED Lighting for all kinds of venues from theatres and halls to pubs and clubs. From the benefits for LED Lights to how to control them find the answers to all your questions. LED Lighting is becoming more and more popular for stage lighting. Nowadays there are many LED stage lighting options available from LED followspots and LED Par Lights to LED Moving Heads and Disco Lights.What is LED Lighting?LED stands for ‘Light Emitting Diode’, a semiconductor device that converts electricity into...
How To: Choose the Right Portable PA System
Posted by Meghan McRae on
Portable Public Address (PA) Systems are perfect for indoor and outdoor use alike, whether they are needed for simple voice reinforcement or as a fully contained sound system with all the “bells and whistles” of wireless connectivity, music media playback, wireless links to slave extension units, etc. The extensive functionality of Portable PA systems ensures they can be used in all applications including schools, places of worship, presentations, seminars and meetings, shopping centre & trade show presentations and promotions, aerobic & fitness centres, parades & fetes, street performers, park and recreational facilities, emergency interventions, weddings & funeral services, public auctions & venue tours. These days there are so many options...
- Tags: Chiayo, Mipro, Portable PA Systems, Schools, Sound Equipment
6 Lighting Ideas for Your Next Party
Posted by Meghan McRae on
Whether indoors or outdoors, big or small your party doesn't have to have that same old lighting effect or even worse nothing at all. You can really impress with our range of affordable lighting effects (all available for hire) to use at your next party. Check out our party lighting ideas below for some inspiration. 1. The UV Party UV parties are all rage these days and are a very easy look to achieve. Use LED UV Lights, Fluorescent UV Tubes or UV Floodlights to ensure that your whole venue and the people in it are glowing. We love this...
- Tags: Effects Machines, Mirrorball, Party, Party Lights, Snow Machine