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Seminar programme sponsored by
Aire Suite
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Aire SuitePerforming arts organisations—from orchestras to ballet companies to theatres—are uniquely complex ecosystems. Multiple departments, overlapping timelines, and high-stakes productions often lead to re …
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Aire SuiteOver the last 18 months PLASA has been supporting industry stakeholders with the development of a competency Certification for professionals working with temporary electrical power systems in the eve …Chairperson
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Aire SuiteIn this session, Lighting Designer Maya Gribby will be exploring how creativity develops beyond formal education, why design practices have a responsibility in continuing to shape and evolve it, and t …
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Aire SuitePeter and Chris are both sound designers and educators who have spent their careers creating shows and embedding their practice into the education sector. In this seminar they will discuss important s …
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Aire SuiteThis session will discuss the findings of an RBO / ABTT research project with University of Sheffield, examining the safety of lithium batteries used in bespoke stage props and scenic elements. Who is …
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Aire SuiteIn a competitive industry built on trust and relationships, getting work isn't just about what you know — it's about who knows you. This session cuts through the noise with straight-talking advice on …
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Aire SuiteEveryone knows that LEDs can offer significant savings in lamp costs and energy consumption, but we rarely hear about the problems and challenges that LED adoption throws up. In this seminar we look …
Barton Suite
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Barton SuiteThe Employment Rights Act 2025 is the biggest shake-up to employment law in a generation - and it’s already in force. New rules on sick pay, zero-hours contracts and unfair dismissal are changing the …
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Barton SuiteThe Background: The CRA Threat Cybersecurity in entertainment technology is no longer a future concern; it is an imminent legal reality. The European Union’s Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) introduces mand …
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Barton SuiteThe team from d&b audiotechnik are back at PLASA Focus to share insight into how to get the most from your sound system. The team will explore different network protocols to provide audio transport, r …
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Barton SuiteThis panel will provide context to the motivations for starting on your sustainability and key pain points you may discover along the way. The panellists will address their own experiences of implemen …Chairperson
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Barton SuiteLed by Bryan Raven, this panel will explore how we might step away from a career in the events industry with confidence, grace and dignity. From planning for the future and preparing both financially …Chairperson
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Barton SuiteBorn in Leeds, Tony is in his 3rd decade of making things louder for a living. Starting out as a touring engineer with bands, he met the odd and unpredictable world of Southbank Centre quite early on …Chairperson
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Barton SuiteA step-by-step session covering the do’s and don’ts and tips and tricks to get the best out of your Entertainment Technical Interview. As the Global Leader in Groundbreaking Entertainment and Sports, …
Pearl Suite
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Pearl SuiteMoney worries can impact both mental and physical health more than many freelancers realise. We’ll discussing this subject, what steps you can take to help be better prepared in 2026, pointing you tow …Chairperson
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Pearl SuiteHave you ever been puzzled by the various colour rendition standards? Do those complex graphs leave you scratching your head? Would you like to make informed decisions when selecting fixtures without …
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Pearl SuiteLed by Rick Stainton, Founder of The Power of Events, this session will provide an overview of The Power of Events’ national Schools Engagement Programme and its growing impact across the UK. Framed a …
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Pearl SuiteThis seminar explores how targeted, hands-on training programmes can remove barriers and create genuine entry routes into the live events and technical theatre industry. Drawing on the delivery of the …
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Pearl SuitePhil Ward hosts another panel that explores 'the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth' about the role Artificial Intelligence is playing in today’s pro AV world. AI and machine learning ar …Chairperson
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Pearl SuiteWhat is actually being sent from the port of your console or gateway, why do we need DMX splitters? How does RDM impact our systems and what benefits does it bring? These are just some of the question …
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Pearl SuiteSecuring funding is one of the biggest hurdles facing theatres and creative organisations today. The panel, hosted by White Light will unpack the realities, challenges, and evolving landscape of finan …
Aire Suite
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Aire SuiteThis industry seminar will explore apprenticeships across Theatre, TV & Film, and the Live Arts, with a focus on widening access, developing talent, and sharing effective practice. Sally Garner-Gibbon …
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Aire SuiteEver wondered how your console discovers DMX luminaires, allows you to change a personality or start address? This session aims to provide a practical overview what these two control protocols are, h …
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Aire SuiteIn this session, James presents an in-depth review of the latest entertainment technology products that have hit the market. Drawing from his extensive hands-on testing and analysis for LSi Magazine, …
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Aire SuiteThis seminar introduces the key factors that influence the strength and performance of truss structures. It explores how truss size and individual components contribute to overall stability, as well a …
Barton Suite
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Barton SuiteDigital Product Passports (DPPs) are moving from concept to reality and for many manufacturers, the question is no longer what they are, but how to implement them. This session focuses on the practic …Speakers
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Barton SuiteLed by Rick Stainton, Founder of The Power of Events, this session will provide an overview of The Power of Events’ national Schools Engagement Programme and its growing impact across the UK. Framed a …
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Barton SuiteIn this session James explores the newly published changes within Amendment 4 to BS 7671 (the ‘wiring regs’) which has several updates affecting our industry. Whether you work in AV installations, tem …
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Barton SuiteIn an increasingly isolated profession, it is easy for Lighting Designers and other industry practitioners to question their skills and achievements, whilst the rise of social media may entice them in …Chairperson
Pearl Suite
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Pearl SuiteIn Quality vs Price – A LEEA Industry Perspective, Dr Ross Moloney, CEO of LEEA, delivers a timely message for everyone working in lifting and safety‑critical operations. As global volatility, supply‑ …
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Pearl SuiteFor Elanor Higgins, as a Lighting Designer who has predominantly worked and thrived within the ‘black box’, there has always been a fascination with creating designs within a site specific and promena …
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Pearl SuiteFollowing on from last year’s spirited discussion hosted by Phil Ward between students of leading UK entertainment technology courses, this time the students get to quiz their tutors – and find out wh …ChairpersonSpeakers
All sessions are free to attend when you register for the show. Be sure to arrive in good time, as entry is first-come, first-served.
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