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How many more lights are we gonna use?

9/1/2023

8 Comments

 
That was Marty's question, I said I don't know, he said none, because we don't have anymore.
So we're putting up "Oz" by Patrick Shanahan, it's a Wizard of Oz adaptation that is told using 3 actors.  We're amping up the tech, and using every light, smoke machine, and purchased some new bubble machines.  All of this applied to a 12 x 20' performance space.  14 ellipsoidal (4 with break up gobos), 10 large pars, 2 small pars, 6 cyc lights, 5 moving head spots, a hazer, a geyser, a fogger, and 3 bubble machines.  We're also thinking of putting a remote desk lamp on stage.  The actors will literally be surrounded by lights and effects.  Adding in our surround speaker system with subwoofers, and I think the audience is going to feel pretty emerged into the imagination of Frank Baum.

So many lights and sounds, all set up but only half programmed.  Hopefully this all works out, but we'll see.  No spares to pull if something doesn't work, we threw in everything but the kitchen sink.

The red circles below are where the lights are.  Soooo many!

Stay Techie my Friends!

Brian
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9/10/2024 08:17:53 am

Sounds like an incredibly immersive production! With all those lights and effects packed into a small space, the audience is in for a visual treat. Just a tip—maybe have a backup plan for the tech, especially with no spares on hand, just in case something decides to act up. Best of luck!

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1/9/2025 03:46:33 am

What an incredible setup, Brian! Packing Oz with such a dazzling array of lights, effects, and creativity in a 12x20' space is truly inspiring. From gobos to bubble machines and a folding spotlight, the audience is in for an unforgettable, immersive experience. Best of luck finishing the programming—this will be a spectacular show! Stay techie, my friend!

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1/9/2025 10:48:50 am

Wow, Brian, it sounds like an incredible setup for "Oz"! I love how you’re using every light and effect to really immerse the audience in the world of Frank Baum. The use of the bubble machines and remote desk lamp is a great touch. Best of luck with the programming – it’s going to be an unforgettable experience! By the way, if anyone needs them, you can Buy Speaker Brackets to enhance your setup even further. Stay techie!

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1/29/2025 05:06:47 am

Great question! It's amazing how many lights we rely on daily without even thinking about it. This blog really makes you pause and appreciate the impact of lighting in our lives. Well written and thought-provoking!

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