Los Angeles based GLP US has appointed Jake Rhodes as its new technical specialist working as part of the company’s Lighting Technology Engagement (LTE) division. With a number of years’ experience in the entertainment technology industry, Jake brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the company that combines strength in both technical expertise and … Continue reading "Jake Rhodes Joins GLP...
Game developer Wargaming returned to Gamescom 2025 bigger, louder, and more spectacular than ever. The showcase featured the games World of Tanks, World of Warships, and the new title Steel Hunters—culminating in a 90-minute live performance by Swedish power-metal band Sabaton. The show on August 21, 2025, fused heavy metal with armored warfare imagery, turning … Continue reading "GLP Delivers...
In Rome, set between the majestic ruins of the Baths of Caracalla and the breathtaking views from Villa Miani, a twice memorable celebration marked the 32nd anniversary of the ECA General Assembly, now operating under the name EFC – European Football Clubs. The first part of the program took place at Villa Miani, where the … Continue reading "90 GLP impression X5 IP Maxx light the Baths of...
Every October, Octobre Rose transforms the French capital into a city-wide symbol of solidarity, as iconic landmarks are illuminated in pink to raise awareness for breast cancer. At the heart of the 2025 edition stood a televised live stage at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, culminating in a synchronized countdown that washed Paris in … Continue reading "GLP MAD MAXX: One Beam, One Paris Moment" The...
When tens of thousands of visitors gather at dm-Arena Karlsruhe over just a few days, a 400-strong choir joins band, brass, strings and actors to bring an elaborately staged Christmas story to life, while around 2,000 volunteers work behind the scenes. The result is ‘Weihnachten neu erleben’ – a large-scale charity arena production. Widely regarded … Continue reading "GLP Supports Germany’s...
Linzer Klangwolke, a large open-air multimedia event, has been running annually in the Austrian city of Linz since 1979. On 6 September this year it again attracted nearly 100,000 visitors to Donaupark. Titled URBAN PULSE, this year’s edition translated the city’s heartbeat into captivating images and beats – a visually staged concert that harked back to Klangwolke’s roots all those years ago and...
Globally renowned singer-songwriter The Weeknd has become the first major touring artist in North America to use GLP’s mighty MAD MAXX CW searchlights – on his long running After Hours til Dawn world tour, which is set to run until August 2026. The artist’s long-term LD, Jason Baeri, had been an early adopter of the powerful fat-beam LED fixture, with its massive 750mm beam diameter, when he...
One of the most keenly anticipated follow-up movies this Autumn is Spinal Tap II: The End Continues. In this mockumentary comedy film, again directed by Rob Reiner, the band reunites after a 15-year break for one final concert. As the action moves to New Orleans it is for this concert — which took place at the City’s Lakefront Arena — that vastly experienced lighting designer Mike Baldassari and...
On 1 September 2025, David Schubert joined the sales team of GLP – German Light Products as senior sales manager. In his new role, he supports sales activities in Germany and Switzerland, contributing to the continued expansion of the company’s market presence. A trained wholesale and foreign trade specialist, Schubert brings more than two decades of experience in the professional event and media...
On 4th July, the Heinz-von-Heiden-Arena in Hanover became the backdrop for a superlative home fixture. Under the motto ‘Coming Home’, Scorpions celebrated their 60th anniversary in front of 45,000 spectators, alongside Judas Priest and Alice Cooper. Fans from all over the world travelled to experience the German rock legends in the city where it all began. Manfred Nikitser has been responsible for...