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On Stage Lighting

Stage Lighting Apps for the iPhone

Rob Sayer - March 2, 2012July 15, 2016

An up to date look at stage lighting iPhone apps and what they do. July 2008 saw the start of stage lighting’s entry into the world of Apple’s iPhone apps [ … ]

Resolume 4 Arena Review – Media Server Software

Rob Sayer - December 20, 2011July 18, 2016

In a world where both traditional lighting and digital visual media are the domain of the modern lampie, On Stage Lighting considers the forthcoming release of media software Resolume 4 [ … ]

PLASA – Another Show Report

Rob Sayer - September 15, 2011July 21, 2016

Armed with nothing but a well worn pair of shoes and four days supply of anti-migraine pills, On Stage Lighting hits Earl’s Court in London for the 2011 assault on [ … ]

Event Safety and Temporary Stage Design

Rob Sayer - August 24, 2011January 1, 2012

Following the recent news of several stage and event structure collapses, On Stage Lighting looks at where we have come from as a fledgling industry and where we might look [ … ]

LEDs, Colour Mixing and Crossfades

Rob Sayer - August 1, 2011July 15, 2016

A question from On Stage Lighting reader Michael prompts an article looking at a common consideration in modern stage lighting – successful transitions with colour mixing lighting fixtures.

Compulite Vector – An Introduction

Rob Sayer - May 14, 2011June 15, 2011

An introduction to the Compulite Vector lighting control, a guest article by UK Vector trainer Joe Bleasdale. If you don’t really know much about the Vector, a favourite in control [ … ]

Qlab Tutorials

Rob Sayer - April 29, 2011October 19, 2017

In a brief foray off our core topic of production lighting, On Stage Lighting presents a few QLab video tutorials for beginners. Looking at the popular show running software, we [ … ]

The Samoiloff Effect – Lighting Magic and Colour Effects

Rob Sayer - March 25, 2011March 25, 2011

Looking at the Samoiloff effect, an old stage lighting trick using the physics of reflected colour, On Stage Lighting brings together the old with some new technologies in the form [ … ]

Video Signals – A Quick and Dirty Guide

Rob Sayer - March 2, 2011December 24, 2011

So you have a projection project and a deadline AND a budget? Didn’t pay as much attention in the video class? Fear not! A solution is here….Video Signals for Dummies [ … ]

Vectorworks Spotlighting Lighting Plan CAD Detail Tutorials

Vectorworks Spotlight Tutorial For Beginners

Rob Sayer - January 31, 2011July 25, 2016

A series of video tutorials on using Vectorworks Spotlight to draw a simple theatre plan with lighting equipment and fixtures data. Produced for beginners, by a beginner.

Shit happens, But..

Rob Sayer - December 23, 2010December 24, 2010

Fed up? Do you find that you spend too much time on things that go wrong? Does your time on shows seem to be a series of fire fighting opportunities [ … ]

Lighting Control – Where Are We Going?

Rob Sayer - November 30, 2010November 30, 2010

Our guest is international LD, Paul Smith as he shares his dream of a revolution in lighting control and asks if we aren’t stuck in a timewarp of cue stacks [ … ]

Equipment – The Curse of Lighting Design?

Rob Sayer - November 8, 2010July 18, 2016

On Stage Lighting takes a look at the curse of the Lighting Designer and some reasons why it can be more of a danger than ever. But you can resist [ … ]

PLASA 2010 – Show Report

Rob Sayer - September 15, 2010July 18, 2016

To bring you a PLASA Show round up for 2010, On Stage Lighting braved the crowds and sensory assault that is two exhibition halls stuffed with the brightest and most [ … ]

MagicQ Moving Light Tutorial 2 – Palettes and Attributes

Rob Sayer - August 9, 2010July 25, 2016

In the second part of our guide to moving lights control with the Cham Sys MagicQ, we take the previously patched fixtures and manipulate them into palettes while understanding what [ … ]

Moving Light Control Tutorial MagicQ Part 1

Rob Sayer - July 30, 2010July 25, 2016

In the first of our moving light control tutorials using the Cham Sys MagicQ, we find out how to patch and wrangle intelligent fixtures and follow our progress on a [ … ]

Happy Birthday On Stage Lighting

Rob Sayer - July 9, 2010June 19, 2017

Today, on our third birthday, we take a look at the past three years, reveals some top secret statistics about this site and have some very exciting news too.

Writing a Good CV – Tips for a Killer First Contact

Rob Sayer - May 24, 2010February 25, 2016

On Stage Lighting looks at the workhorse of gaining employment as a lighting professional, the Curriculum Vitae, and considers how you can create a killer CV.  But first, how does [ … ]

Concert Lighting Techniques – Know The Rig or The Show?

Rob Sayer - April 29, 2010April 29, 2010

In the run up to the season of outdoor concerts and music festivals here in the UK, On Stage Lighting looks at a reality in concert lighting, the benefits of [ … ]

Theatre Health and Safety

Rob Sayer - March 11, 2010August 26, 2015

Like any workplace, a theatre or other live performance venue, presents hazards to those working and visiting. A two-part guide to Health and Safety and how it relates to working [ … ]

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HND PGDip FHEA. As a freelance lighting designer and stage lighting professional, Rob has designed and programmed theatre performances, music festivals and large corporate events for blue chip companies while travelling all over Europe. With a background in theatre, he combines traditional stage lighting knowledge alongside fast moving lighting technology in the world of commercial events. Rob is also a Senior Lecturer in Technical Theatre Production in the UK.

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