The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is currently touring the UK, following sell-out seasons at Leeds Playhouse and the Bridge Theatre, London. Based on C S Lewis’ classic book, the production takes audiences into the world of Narnia and features a lighting design by Jack Knowles, who approached White Light to supply his lighting rig. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, which was recently voted...
Located in Kingston Upon Hull, Hull Truck Theatre is dedicated to producing high quality theatre of intimate and epic scales, reaching diverse audiences including those encountering theatre for the first time. The iconic venue recently launched its 50 th anniversary season, with the opening production being 71 Coltman Street, written by internationally-acclaimed playwright Richard Bean. The show...
Last night, the 22nd Annual WhatsOnStage Awards took place at The Prince of Wales Theatre in London’s West End. The Awards are the only major theatre awards in the UK in which the audience are the judges across all categories, voting for their favourite productions, performers and designers. White Light supplied the lighting for the actual ceremony, which was lit by Jack Weir, as well as sponsored...
Regarded as one of the most anticipated shows in recent years, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cinderella is a complete reinvention of the classic fairy-tale, based on an original idea by Oscar-winner Emerald Fennell, with a brand-new score from the legendary composer, and lyrics by David Zippel. With a delayed opening due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the show eventually opened at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in...
Last month, the New Technology Showcase made a much-anticipated return to the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. Run by both White Light and the ALPD, the event provides top industry professionals and those currently in formal training with an opportunity to explore and compare the latest lighting technology available on the market. In total, there were over thirty products available and...
Named after the much-loved British Film and Stage Actor, the Kenneth More Theatre is a 350 seat auditorium located in Ilford, Essex. Having first opened in 1975, it regularly plays host to a wide range of performances, such as drama, comedy, children’s shows and live music, as well as dedicating half of its programming to local amateur and youth-led companies. The venue recently decided to invest...
Based in Wimbledon, South-West London, Polka Theatre is the UK’s leading theatre for children, producing inspirational theatre and creative experiences for those aged 0 – 13 years old. An Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation, it is housed within Wimbledon’s Holy Trinity Halls and comprises of a 300-seat main auditorium and a 70-seat studio used for early-years performances. It recently...
Based on the 1935 film of the same name, Top Hat tells the story of Broadway sensation Jerry Travers who dances his way across Europe to win the heart of society girl Dale Tremont. Having premiered in 2011, the show celebrates 1930’s song, style and romance, with every scene underpinned with a classic Irving Berlin song, from Puttin’ on the Ritz to Isn’t This A Lovely Day to Top Hat, White Tie and...
Below is a recent press release issued by Martin Professional about the use of their MAC Encore Performances on Disney’s Frozen in the West End. White Light supplied the lighting equipment for the show and were delighted to once again work with Neil Austin: Highly respected theatre lighting designer Neil Austin has again relied heavily on Martin Professional’s MAC Encore Performance moving heads...
Ken Miller, one of the true heroes of stage lighting, has passed away aged 84. The first of a breed, Ken set new standards, establishing the role of ‘Production Electrician’ in theatre, working for many years with Michael Northen (the first accredited British Theatrical Lighting Designer). Ken’s career spanned several decades and he toured frequently into every major (and minor ) venue across the...