As part of this year’s PLASA Focus Leeds, we were delighted to host a seminar entitled The Light Path Towards Sustainability. Moderated by White Light’s Jonathan Haynes and Stuart Porter, this panel discussion saw them speak to three regional venues – Leeds Grand Theatre, Storyhouse and the Royal Court Liverpool – to talk about their recent lighting equipment upgrades; all of which were borne out...
Today marks the eagerly anticipated launch of The POWER of EVENTS (UK) – an organisation born from a cross-sector coalition, originally formed to collaboratively analyse COVID-19’s impact on the industry. The POWER or EVENTS represents the events industry’s seven core sectors (sporting, experiential, exhibitions and congress, outdoor, live performance, public and third sector and private), across...
Last month we welcomed the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) to our Studio 15, as part of its Innovation Week. 17 members of the world’s leading alliance of public service media broadcasters visited WL HQ for a specially curated workshop in extended reality (XR), virtual production and the Metaverse. In collaboration with Epic Games, Brompton Technology and disguise, we ran a series of...
Last week, the industry came together to say goodbye to WL’s Co-founder and former Chairman John Simpson. Taking place at The Royal Court Theatre in London, the ‘birth-place’ of White Light, the memorial was an opportunity for all of those who knew John to hear stories about both his career and life, and celebrate what was a truly brilliant and inspirational person. The event was hosted by...
This week, the world’s focus turns to Egypt where leaders of different nations come together to discuss the ever-growing issue of climate change and the ways in which we can create a global effort to tackle this. The environment is something that, as a company, WL has always been passionate about. Whilst it’s an issue that has come into significant prominence in more recent times, for decades WL...
By Leo Humphrey, Sales Key Account Manager. Held at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds, PLASA Focus was the second in a run of shows all taking place in short succession (the other being Prolight and Sound). PLASA Focus is a particularly important show in the UK as it allows regional attendees access to the latest products and manufacturers; reminding a still very London-based industry that there...
By Leo Humphrey, Sales Key Account Manager. Following two years of hiatus (for obvious reasons), 2022 marks the much-welcomed return of a number of global tradeshows. The first show of the year for me was this month’s Pro Light and Sound Exhibition in Frankfurt and it was one I was very much looking forward to; and one, I’m delighted to say, that didn’t disappoint. Over the last couple of years...
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...
As it’s National Apprenticeship Week, we thought this would be the perfect opportunity to look back at those who have previously completed the scheme and what they’re doing now. We thought we’d look specifically at those who have actually stayed within the company and how their careers have progressed as a result. Since 2011, WL has overseen a total of over 60 technical apprenticeships. Dan...
As part of this year’s National Apprenticeship Week, we thought this would be the perfect time to look back on the history of WL’s Apprentice Scheme, what it’s achieved so far and what the future holds. As an organisation, WL prides itself on its industry knowledge, personal service and high technical standards. It is equally passionate about developing the next generation of talent and a way in...