Built in 1891, the Albert Hall, one of Launceston’s architectural treasures, has reopened following completion of the extensive Eastern Wing Redevelopment and Great Hall refurbishment, marking a new era for one of Tasmania’s most cherished heritage venues. The Great Hall refurbishment has revitalised the venue’s historic interior and infrastructure, ensuring the Hall remains a functional, safe, and inspiring space for …
Ayrton, Prolights & ShowPRO Revive Portland Arts Centre
Portland Arts Centre is Glenelg Shire Council’s premier arts venue, presenting live theatre and music, exhibitions, and private/community events. The venue is a traditional black-box theatre with 144 seats. It’s not a large space, but it does host a wide mix of shows throughout the year; as such, it requires a versatile lighting rig. “We needed to upgrade the lights …
Additive Creative Wondrous Lighting for New Exhibition
After more than two years of design, research, planning, and construction, Our Wondrous Planet – the most expansive science and biodiversity gallery in Museums Victoria’s history – has opened at Melbourne Museum. Spanning 1,800 square metres across the first floor, the breathtaking multisensory gallery showcases four different biomes: reef, rainforest, ice and soil – ecosystems which all play a major role …
Show Technology Transform Sofitel Melbourne on Collins’ Grand Ballroom
The Sofitel Melbourne On Collins’ award-winning and internationally recognised Grand Ballroom has recently undergone a remarkable transformation, led by its in-house audiovisual partner, Audio Visual Dynamics (AVD). AVD has proudly serviced the Hotel and Conference Venue market, along with a wide range of corporate and industry partners, since 1992. Drawing on decades of expertise and long-standing supplier relationships, the team delivered a …
Parkes’ Little Theatre Given New Life with ShowPRO and Zero 88
Parkes Musical & Dramatic Society recently secured grant funding to acquire new stage lighting for the theatre. An exclusive ShowPRO rig was acquired, featuring seven R3 Wash, three AuroCYC HEX IP, six Eclipse Profile Zoom RGBAL and LED Profile FC. The new rig has significantly enhanced the performance environment by expanding the range of available colours and effects, thereby providing …
Showtime Productions Take a Vow of Creativity
If you’re holding your wedding reception at Sydney’s famous Overseas Passenger Terminal, you’re surely striving for a once-in-a-lifetime spectacular event. Nestled in the heart of Circular Quay, the venue offers breathtaking views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour, and for one lucky couple, Showtime Productions transformed the interior into something just as spectacular. The wedding of Adem + Matilda …
Show Technology Paints a Stunning Picture at the National Gallery of Victoria
The National Gallery of Victoria was founded in 1861 and is the oldest and most visited public art gallery in Australia. From intimate dinners to large-scale themed functions and incredible wedding receptions, NGV offers unique venue spaces for a variety of functions. NGV’s ever-changing program of major exhibitions, available for private viewings, is an ideal way to leverage your corporate …
An All-Round Lighting Rig for The Round
In late 2023, the first show was held in Whitehorse City Council’s new performing arts centre, The Round. The $78m project represents a significant step forward in the City of Whitehorse’s artistic evolution. It is also the new cornerstone of the Council’s commitment to providing a vibrant, diverse, and engaged creative community through arts, culture, and heritage. The state-of-the-art complex …
Robert Juliat Arthur LTs Shine Bright in Tasmania
A proscenium arch theatre built in 1911, Launceston’s Princess Theatre stages a wide range of performances, including plays, opera, ballet, music/rock concerts, comedy shows, dancing eisteddfods, nostalgic film nights, school concerts and graduations, and even a circus or two! Head Technician Malcolm Butters is in his 23rd year of working at the venue, and it’s safe to say he has …
Robert Juliat Oz Followspots are WOW!
When New Zealand’s MJF Lighting decided to replace their aging discharge fittings, they began searching for the best followspot on the market to suit their specific requirements. “We needed a small yet bright and versatile LED followspot mainly for medium to large size theatres,” explained Michael Farrand, Managing Director. “We also needed a small unit to use as a truss …










