Beyond Eye Candy: Portman Lighting That Works Harder
Beyond Eye Candy: Portman Lighting That Works Harder Decorative lighting has always been easy to look at. Increasingly, we think it needs to do more. That philosophy is a big part of why we continue to back Portman in Australia. The distinctive look is still there, but products like OMNIRAY and the new HEXY are… Read more
In the Field: ChamSys at Sorrento Solstice
Over 9,000 attendees enjoyed the Sorrento Winter Solstice Festival, featuring live music, market stalls, and a six-metre effigy burning. Lighting designer Ben Rawnsley utilised a ChamSys MQ250 Stadium Console, adapting quickly to changing rig requirements, with an effective transition from daylight to darkness through dynamic lighting design. Read more
Showtools International Appointed Official Australian Distributor for ChamSys
Showtools International has been appointed as the official Australian distributor for ChamSys, enhancing local access to professional lighting control solutions. This partnership strengthens their relationship with CHAUVET Professional, benefiting lighting professionals across Australia. Read more
Showtools Partners with EZEVENT for Australian Lighting Solutions
Showtools International has been appointed the original Australian distributor for EZEVENT lighting, expanding its offerings of uplighting and corporate lighting solutions. The range includes battery-powered models aimed at quick setups and higher-spec units for demanding productions, providing tailored options to meet various project needs and backed by local support. Read more
ISE 2026 Wrap: New Control and Pixel Gear from MADRIX, GLP and CHAUVET
ISE 2026 Wrap: New Control and Pixel Gear from MADRIX, GLP and CHAUVET Wrapping up the week’s announcements, MADRIX, GLP and CHAUVET Professional each introduced new tools for control and pixels, headlined by GLP’s new TWYN and CHAUVET’s continued expansion of a crowd-favourite platform. MADRIX ARCEDIA – a ready-to-run control platform for big pixel jobsMADRIX… Read more
Keep the Show Safe: Introducing Indestructible NANUK Cases
Sealing matters in Australia more than we like to admit. Red dust sneaks into everything, and a quick shower during load‑out can turn into a repair bill. The gasket seal on these boxes keeps the rubbish out. It’s the small, fragile bits that really win here: gobo sets that chip if they rattle, lens tubes… Read more
Pixel-Mapped Power: GLP JDC Burst 1 at Elite Lighting
Pixel-Mapped Power: GLP JDC Burst 1 at Elite Lighting Elite Lighting, a Perth-based team of production professionals delivering lighting across concerts, corporate events and bespoke productions, expanded its lighting inventory with 16 GLP JDC Burst 1 hybrid strobe fixtures. At the time of the investment, Elite was looking for a robust tilting strobe capable of… Read more
Where the lights are: John Summit’s Tour in Full Focus.
John Summit’s Australian tour featured dynamic performances at sold-out venues, supported by cutting-edge lighting technology from PRG and Heavy Global. The use of GLP and Chauvet fixtures created immersive visual effects, enhancing audience engagement. Recognized for his talent, Summit’s tour exemplified the synergy of music and innovative production design. Read more
