From Stage Danger to Stage Ready: A Simple Guide to Stage Curtain Updates
by PORT on Dec 11, 2025 3:07:29 PM
Stage curtains that are behind on cleaning, treatments, or need to be replaced not only give a bad visual for your stage, but also pose a severe fire hazard. To avoid this, it is important to be aware of when your curtains need an update, and what that update actually consists of. In …
Lighting Upgrades for High Schools: What to Know Before You Renovate
by PORT on Oct 17, 2025 9:00:03 AM
At PORT, we know that things come up when running a school auditorium, from budget restrictions to safety concerns, and wanting to have the best performance for a cost-effective price. Just because these obstacles exist, doesn't mean that your theater can't be in peak condition. In th …
Permanent vs. Temporary Stage Lighting: What’s Best for Your Venue?
by PORT on Aug 1, 2025 4:35:05 PM
Stage lighting is a critical factor in the success of your venue’s events, impacting everything from performance quality to operational costs. Venue managers often face the crucial decision of investing in a permanent lighting solution or relying on temporary setups. To help guide you …
Budget-Friendly Stage Lighting Hacks Every Lighting Designer Needs
by PORT on Jun 18, 2025 7:40:25 AM
Crafting stunning stage looks on a shoestring budget doesn’t have to mean sacrificing safety or creativity. In this post, PORT Lighting expert Quentin Stockwell—who’s lit everything including rustic barns and intimate black-box theaters—shares his top “under-the-radar” lighting hacks. …
PORT: A Guide to Theatrical Lighting Design & Specification
by PORT on Jan 9, 2024 2:25:23 PM
Delve into the art and precision of theatrical lighting design and specification, where strategic planning meets creative ingenuity to illuminate stages and elevate storytelling through carefully crafted visual atmospheres.
Stage Lighting Design and Installation For A 300 Seat Showroom
by PORT on Nov 6, 2023 3:07:13 PM
Discover PORT's role in remodeling the stage lighting equipment in the Seasons Showroom at The Brook Casino in Seabrook, NH!