Can I Touch a Stage Lighting Lamp When I Change It?

Can I Touch a Stage Lighting Lamp When I Change It?

Published on: 09/01/2026

If you work with incandescent stage lights, you’ve probably heard the rumor that you aren’t supposed to touch the halogen lamps that power many theatrical lighting fixtures.

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How Do You Find the "Throw Distance" Of a Stage Light?

How Do You Find the "Throw Distance" Of a Stage Light?

Published on: 31/07/2024

When it comes to helping you find the perfect light for your needs, one of the first things we ask for is the "throw distance" for your light.  This measurement helps us, along with other factors, to choose the perfect light for your needs.  But what is it, and more importantly, how do you find it?

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Should You Use a Lighting Visualizer?

Should You Use a Lighting Visualizer?

Published on: 08/04/2024

Using a visualizer available and ready to use can not only save you time, it can also make you money if you’re in the business of lighting. Even if you’re just doing lighting for your band or church, trying to program without having to be in front of your lighting rig, visualization has its’ benefits!

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What Are the Rules to Using Color in Stage Lighting?

What Are the Rules to Using Color in Stage Lighting?

Published on: 21/06/2023

Let’s dive into lighting color theory – we’ll learn how we can use it, and then how to break free from the “rules”!

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