POWA Productions continues to experience a growing workload, resulting in rising demand for versatile, multifunctional lighting solutions. In early 2025, they purchased 50 Claypaky Sharpy X Frame, a hybrid fixture built on the most iconic moving light, the Claypaky Sharpy. With its ability to create spot, profile, beam, or wash effects, the Claypaky Sharpy X Frame was a dream solution. …
Above & Beyond Production Services ranks among Melbourne’s top lighting and LED screen production companies, providing state-of-the-art visuals and lighting that make events truly memorable. Since AABPS has long included Ayrton fixtures in their rental inventory, they quickly chose Ayrton again when searching for a new Profile fixture. “The Rivale Profile is the latest iteration in the Ayrton family, sharing a …
The world’s largest light installation shines on a small Australian town In 2026, Albany – a port city in Western Australia – will commemorate two centuries since Europeans first arrived on Menang Noongar Country, acknowledging this milestone as part of the area’s ancient and ongoing narrative. The festivities kicked off with Lighting the Sound, an extraordinary display by internationally renowned Finnish …
David Manna, Technical Officer at Macquarie University’s Faculty of Arts in Sydney, sought a versatile moving light capable of delivering both a powerful beam with narrow and wide focus options, as well as additional features such as gobos and framing shutters. “Basically, all the features we rely on across multiple lighting fixtures are now consolidated into a single unit,” he …
POWA Productions has expanded its inventory with 24 Martin MAC Ones and 24 Martin MAC Viper XIPs with a rider-driven purchase. “We had our eye on getting some, and then when lighting designer Daniel ‘Gordo’ Gordon requested them for the Paul Kelly run of shows, we leapt at the opportunity!” remarked Jason Henderson, POWA’s Lighting Tech. “Our Managing Director, Geoff Knight, …
Auckland Live is the leader in performing arts, culture, entertainment, and events in Auckland, and is Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest performing arts platform. Their iconic venues and public spaces are stages for presenting a programme of live arts and entertainment for the enjoyment and inspiration of Aucklanders and visitors, every day. Venues such as Auckland Town Hall, The Civic, Bruce …
Bayswater, WA – Perth-based production company What Noiz has cemented its reputation as a forward-thinking industry player, becoming the first in Australia to invest in the highly anticipated Martin MAC Encore Two fixtures for its rental inventory. With an initial purchase of 26 units, “This investment is about staying ahead of the curve and giving our clients access to the best tools …
Home The Venue is the ultimate party playground in Sydney, right on the water at Darling Harbour, with incredible skyline views and three levels of pure energy. This nightlife institution has made DJ Mag’s coveted Top 100 World Clubs list multiple times and is Australia’s highest-rated nightclub. To help keep its top ranking, the venue has recently upgraded its lighting rig …
Late last year, IJS Productions in Queensland identified a need in their inventory for a compact, high-output beam fixture capable of creating sharp, well-defined beams for dynamic aerial effects. They began searching for such a fixture that was also IP-rated and tested several options from different manufacturers, including laser beam lights. However, there was no beating the new Claypaky Ultimo Sharpy, the …
St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls is a leading independent private school nestled in the heart of Perth, Western Australia. The school features the Joy Shepherd Performing Arts Centre, an iconic building at the heart of the campus that serves as a hub and focal point for major school functions and events. Outside of these times, the Performing Arts Centre …
