A Kinesys automation system with Vector control is a key player in the cutting edge production of Green Day’s “American Idiot” being staged in Copenhagen at Den Grå Hal (The Grey Hall). Benjamin La Cour’s acclaimed raw, stark scenography features three large scenic ‘slabs’ of concrete which lift, tilt and elevate to change the shape and architecture of the stage throughout the performance. They … [Read more...]
Kinesys Helps Shape Placebo Tour
Kinesys automation is central to show designer Jvan Morandi’s visual concept for the current Placebo “Retrospective” tour, which features some of the musical highlights and moments from 20 years on the indie rock frontline for the band, known for their intelligent visceral, raw and creative approach to live performance. Ten Kinesys Elevation 1+ vari-speed drive units, used with 10 x half tonne … [Read more...]
Kinesys for Mariah Carey Tour
Kinesys automation was an integral element of Sean Burke’s elegant production design for Mariah Carey’s ‘Sweet Sweet Fantasy’ tour which just completed a substantial UK and European leg as the multiple Grammy award winning, chart-topping artist delighted audiences on her first mainland European tour in 13 years. For the arena shows, four 8 metre high by 2 metre wide projection columns … [Read more...]
Kinesys USA Training is a Big Success
Motion control systems manufacturer Kinesys hosted a highly successful training event and open-house in its Lithia Springs, Georgia, USA facility, which was attended by over 50 people connected to the world of rigging automation and its application in the live entertainment industry. The format included two days of technical and operator training on Kinesys products, presented by David … [Read more...]
Kinesys Helps Robbie Williams Swing Both Ways
Two different elements of Kinesys automation are in action on Robbie Williams’ highly acclaimed Swings Both Ways tour, one for lighting and the other for the set / drapes department, both being controlled by a single Kinesys Vector system operated by Gareth Williams (no relation!). The tour’s spectacular scenic aspects and lighting has been designed by Show Directors Lee Lodge and Willie … [Read more...]