International Day of Light – 2023
by PORT on Oct 7, 2022 8:00:00 AM
Light is all around us. From the bright sun of the outdoors to the vehicle headlights that guide our way home at night, light plays a major role in our lives. With apologies to Debby Boone (for those who are old enough to remember) we, quite literally, need it to light up our lives! B …
The Role of Lighting Design on Broadway
by PORT on Sep 30, 2022 8:00:00 AM
A well-executed Broadway production can bring even the most stoic audience member to tears. But while the actors receive roses and standing ovations, unsung heroes are working behind the scenes — the lighting designers. Although they don’t receive as much recognition as the stars of t …
Shining a Light on Gobo Lighting
by PORT on Sep 16, 2022 8:00:00 AM
In the world of theatrical productions and events, event lighting does far more than simply illuminate. They create a sense of drama, enhance branding, and provide visual interest. One of the ways lighting designers can create a truly distinctive experience for audiences and event att …
The Evolution of the Spotlight
by PORT on Sep 13, 2022 5:08:31 PM
As ABBA once famously sang, “Tonight, the super trouper beams are gonna blind me.” In case you didn’t know, in “Super Trouper,” the bouncy 1970s pop band was singing about spotlights. There are few theatrical tools as well known as the spotlight, and there’s an excellent reason for th …
High School Theater
by PORT on Jul 11, 2022 8:00:00 AM
There is no question that participating in high school theater teaches students a broad range of life skills including teamwork, problem-solving, and multitasking, regardless of whether they are audience-facing or working behind the scenes.
How a Single Brown M&M Could Cancel Your Event
by PORT on Jun 6, 2022 4:56:49 PM
Stories Of “Misdemeanor Excess” of Celebrity Riders Celebrities from all types of entertainment frequently make the news for the “riders” or checklists they have regarding their personal preferences for their need to have things “just right” for them, including anything from room temp …