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| ⚫ | '''''Live Design''''' is a monthly digital trade magazine, owned by [[MidOcean Partners#Questex|Questex]],<ref name=":folio-sale" /> that covers the latest projects and gear in live entertainment, including theatre, film, concerts, opera, ballet, [[architainment]], and more.<ref name=":realistic-guide">{{cite book |jstor=j.ctv6wgjdx |last=Donahue |first=Tim |title=Theater Careers: A Realistic Guide |chapter=Chapter 8. Find Current Facts |page=135 | publisher=[[University of South Carolina Press]] |date=2013 |doi=10.2307/j.ctv6wgjdx |via=[[Project MUSE]] |url=https://muse.jhu.edu/book/24955 |access-date=2020-12-20 |oclc=854585697 |isbn=9781611171976}}</ref> [[Columbia College Chicago]]'s Theatre Department cites it for providing "comprehensive coverage for professionals in the fields of lighting, sound, staging, and projection."<ref name="columbia-college-blog">{{cite web |url=https://blogs.colum.edu/theatre/2016/06/05/columbia-college-chicago-theatre-department-faculty-member-heather-gilbert-profiled-in-live-design-magazine/ |title=Columbia College Chicago Theatre Department Faculty Member Heather Gilbert Profiled in 'Live Design' Magazine |last=Williams |first=Albert |date=2016-06-05 |website=Theatre Department: The Green Room |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200312200706/https://blogs.colum.edu/theatre/2016/06/05/columbia-college-chicago-theatre-department-faculty-member-heather-gilbert-profiled-in-live-design-magazine/ |archive-date=2020-03-12 |access-date=2020-12-20}}</ref> It originated as ''Lighting Dimensions'', which combined with ''Theatre Crafts'' and ''Entertainment Design (1999-2005)''.<ref name="Special Report">{{cite news|title=Special Report: 30 Years at TCI|issue=7|publisher=TCI|date=September 1997|volume=31}}</ref><ref name=":ucf-library">{{cite web |url=https://guides.ucf.edu/theatre-journals/key |title= Key Journals about Theatre Topics |author=<!--Not stated--> |website=[[University of Central Florida|UCF Libraries]] |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201220192935/https://guides.ucf.edu/theatre-journals/key |archive-date=2020-12-20 |access-date=2020-12-20}}</ref> Until December 2013, it was a print magazine, but has since converted to a free app with monthly issues for Apple and Android devices.<ref name="Nov Issue">{{cite web|title=Download the November Issue of Live Design|url=http://livedesignonline.com/ldi/download-november-issue-live-design-here|website=Live Design Online|publisher=Penton|accessdate=30 December 2014}}</ref> ''Live Design'' is geared towards aspiring and established designers in the disciplines of lighting, audio, projection, and scenery. The magazine also manages its own website.<ref name="LD Online">{{cite web|title=Home Page|url=http://livedesignonline.com/|website=Live Design Online|publisher=Penton|accessdate=30 December 2014}}</ref> ''Live Design'' is affiliated with the LDI trade show, and hosts the Live Design Master Classes and Envision Symposium. In his undergraduate textbook on [[stage management]], Lawrence Stern recommends subscribing to the magazine and attending LDI as way for professional stage managers to keep current on theater technology.<ref name=":stage-management-textbook">{{cite book |last1=Stern |first1=Lawrence |last2=Gold |first2=Jill |title=Stage Management |chapter=Chapter 19. Organizing Information |page=272 | publisher=[[Taylor & Francis]] |date=2016 |edition=11th |via=[[Google Books]] |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=uEQlDwAAQBAJ |access-date=2020-12-20 |isbn=9781317300137}}</ref> ''Live Design'' also presents awards and scholarships to younger designers, including the Pat MacKay Diversity In Design Scholarships for undergraduates<ref name="light-sound-scholarships">{{Cite web|url=http://www.lightingandsoundamerica.com/news/story.asp?ID=-W01868|title=LDI Announces the Second Annual Pat MacKay Diversity in Design Scholarships for Undergraduates |website=[[Lighting & Sound America]]|access-date=2020-12-19}}</ref> and the Rising Star Award to early career professional designers.<ref name="am-theater-rising-star">{{Cite web|url=https://www.americantheatre.org/2020/02/28/usitt-announces-2020-award-winners/| title=USITT Announces 2020 Award Winners |website=American Theatre | date=28 February 2020 |publisher=[[Theatre Communications Group]] |access-date=2020-12-20}}</ref> |
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Eventually, ''TCI'' became ''Entertainment Design''. ''Entertainment Design'' and ''Lighting Dimensions'' were merged into ''Live Design'' in December 2005. |
Eventually, ''TCI'' became ''Entertainment Design''. ''Entertainment Design'' and ''Lighting Dimensions'' were merged into ''Live Design'' in December 2005. |
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''Live Design'' closed its print publication and converted to a digital, interactive app and magazine for Apple products in December 2013, and implemented an Android version in October 2014.<ref name="Nov Issue" /> |
''Live Design'' closed its print publication and converted to a digital, interactive app and magazine for Apple products in December 2013, and implemented an Android version in October 2014.<ref name="Nov Issue" /><ref>[https://www.livedesignonline.com/theatre/remember-print "Remembering Print" Davi Napoleon recalls the transitions at Live Design''.]</ref> |
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In late 2019, [[MidOcean Partners#Questex|Questex]] purchased ''Live Design'' from [[Informa |Informa plc]].<ref name=":folio-sale">{{cite news |last=Dool |first=Greg |date=2020-12-05 |title=Questex Acquires Multiple Trade Shows and B2B Brands from Informa Plc |url=https://www.foliomag.com/questex-acquires-multiple-trade-shows-b2b-brands-informa/ |work=Folio |access-date=2020-12-20}}</ref> |
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==LDI== |
==LDI== |
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==Live Design Master Classes== |
==Live Design Master Classes== |
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''Live Design''’s master classes feature top designers from their respective disciplines.<ref name=":realistic-guide" |
''Live Design''’s master classes feature top designers from their respective disciplines.<ref name=":realistic-guide" /> |
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The Broadway Master Classes (BMC) originated as Broadway Lighting Master Classes (BLMC), run by Sonny Sonnenfeld, who started it with nine-time Tony Award-winning lighting designer, Jules Fisher. ''Live Design'' purchased the BLMC from Sonnenfeld and expanded into Broadway Projection Master Classes (BPMC) and Broadway Sound Master Classes (BSMC). Hosted in New York, BMC is geared towards both students and professionals. Fisher and sound designer, [[Abe Jacob]] have been the creative consultants for the BLMC and BSMC, respectively, since their inception.<ref>{{cite web|title=The Godfather of Sound|url=http://www.stage-directions.com/5865-the-godfather-of-sound.html|website=Stage Directions|publisher=Timeless Communications|accessdate=30 December 2014}}</ref> In February 2015, Live Design announced it was rebranding the Broadway Master Classes as the New York Master Classes (NYMC).<ref>{{cite web|title=Live Design Rebrands New York Master Classes|url=http://livedesignonline.com/masterclasses/live-design-rebrands-new-york-master-classes|website=www.livedesignonline.com|publisher=Live Design|accessdate=10 March 2015}}</ref> This training series expands the curriculum to include all aspects of lighting, projection, and sound design in not only theater, but also concerts, dance, and opera. |
The Broadway Master Classes (BMC) originated as Broadway Lighting Master Classes (BLMC), run by Sonny Sonnenfeld, who started it with nine-time Tony Award-winning lighting designer, Jules Fisher. ''Live Design'' purchased the BLMC from Sonnenfeld and expanded into Broadway Projection Master Classes (BPMC) and Broadway Sound Master Classes (BSMC). Hosted in New York, BMC is geared towards both students and professionals. Fisher and sound designer, [[Abe Jacob]] have been the creative consultants for the BLMC and BSMC, respectively, since their inception.<ref>{{cite web|title=The Godfather of Sound|url=http://www.stage-directions.com/5865-the-godfather-of-sound.html|website=Stage Directions|publisher=Timeless Communications|accessdate=30 December 2014}}</ref> In February 2015, Live Design announced it was rebranding the Broadway Master Classes as the New York Master Classes (NYMC).<ref>{{cite web|title=Live Design Rebrands New York Master Classes|url=http://livedesignonline.com/masterclasses/live-design-rebrands-new-york-master-classes|website=www.livedesignonline.com|publisher=Live Design|accessdate=10 March 2015}}</ref> This training series expands the curriculum to include all aspects of lighting, projection, and sound design in not only theater, but also concerts, dance, and opera. |
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The Concert Master Classes (CMC) focus on lighting and projection for concerts. |
The Concert Master Classes (CMC) focus on lighting and projection for concerts. |
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The Projection Master Classes (PMC) focus on the technical and creative obstacles in programming and projection mapping. It is concerned with gear such as playback software, surfaces, projectors, and networking.<ref>{{cite web|title=BlackTrax at Ninth Annual Projection Master Classes at LDI 2014|url=http://www.cast-soft.com/blog/2014/10/21/blacktrax-at-ninth-annual-projection-master-classes-at-ldi-2014/|website=Cast Software|publisher=CAST Group, Ltd.|accessdate=30 December 2014 |
The Projection Master Classes (PMC) focus on the technical and creative obstacles in programming and projection mapping. It is concerned with gear such as playback software, surfaces, projectors, and networking.<ref>{{cite web|title=BlackTrax at Ninth Annual Projection Master Classes at LDI 2014|url=http://www.cast-soft.com/blog/2014/10/21/blacktrax-at-ninth-annual-projection-master-classes-at-ldi-2014/|website=Cast Software|publisher=CAST Group, Ltd.|accessdate=30 December 2014|archive-date=8 December 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141208040957/http://www.cast-soft.com/blog/2014/10/21/blacktrax-at-ninth-annual-projection-master-classes-at-ldi-2014/|url-status=dead}}</ref> |
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The Electronic Dance Music Master Classes (EDMMC): Lighting + Projection focus on the aesthetic and technical components of designing and programming for EDM. EDMMC Sound focuses on the technical and practical considerations in designing sound for festivals and clubs.<ref>{{cite web|title=EDM @ LDi 2014 – Workshops on VDMX, Maschine, Ableton Live, Traktor, Komplete +|url=http://blog.dubspot.com/dubspot-ldi-workshops-2014/|website |
The Electronic Dance Music Master Classes (EDMMC): Lighting + Projection focus on the aesthetic and technical components of designing and programming for EDM. EDMMC Sound focuses on the technical and practical considerations in designing sound for festivals and clubs.<ref>{{cite web|title=EDM @ LDi 2014 – Workshops on VDMX, Maschine, Ableton Live, Traktor, Komplete +|url=http://blog.dubspot.com/dubspot-ldi-workshops-2014/|website=Dubspot|accessdate=30 December 2014}}</ref> |
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==Envision Symposium== |
==Envision Symposium== |
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Live Design is a monthly digital trade magazine, owned by Questex,[1] that covers the latest projects and gear in live entertainment, including theatre, film, concerts, opera, ballet, architainment, and more.[2] Columbia College Chicago's Theatre Department cites it for providing "comprehensive coverage for professionals in the fields of lighting, sound, staging, and projection."[3] It originated as Lighting Dimensions, which combined with Theatre Crafts and Entertainment Design (1999-2005).[4][5] Until December 2013, it was a print magazine, but has since converted to a free app with monthly issues for Apple and Android devices.[6] Live Design is geared towards aspiring and established designers in the disciplines of lighting, audio, projection, and scenery. The magazine also manages its own website.[7] Live Design is affiliated with the LDI trade show, and hosts the Live Design Master Classes and Envision Symposium. In his undergraduate textbook on stage management, Lawrence Stern recommends subscribing to the magazine and attending LDI as way for professional stage managers to keep current on theater technology.[8] Live Design also presents awards and scholarships to younger designers, including the Pat MacKay Diversity In Design Scholarships for undergraduates[9] and the Rising Star Award to early career professional designers.[10]
History
[edit]In March 1967, the first issue of Theatre Crafts was published by Emmaus, PA-based Rodale Press, which was owned by J. I. Rodale.[4] Marshall Ackerman was Theatre Crafts’ first publisher. The magazine focused on news of theatre design and its technology. Theatre Crafts began with a free circulation to high school and college drama instructors. Geared towards the offstage performers, the magazine featured “how-to” articles from theatre designers of costumes, lighting, sets, and more.[4]
In 1969, C. Ray Smith became the editor for Theatre Crafts and shaped it into a more professional magazine for the theatre industry. In January 1970, Patricia MacKay joined the editors. Theatre Crafts grew from strictly theatre, to covering film, concerts, theme parks, retail shops, television, opera, and architecture.[11]
In June 1977, Theatre Crafts’ sister publication, Lighting Dimensions released its first issue. The magazine focused on lighting and design in concerts, theatre, film, and architecture.[12]
Patricia MacKay bought Theatre Crafts from Rodale Publishing in 1982. Theatre Crafts then acquired Lighting Dimensions in February 1986.[4]
MacKay organized a trade show for the entertainment industry called LDI. It made its debut in Dallas, Texas in 1988 with over a hundred exhibitors and 3,000 attendees. It has run each year ever since.[13]
On its 25th anniversary in 1992, Theatre Crafts became TCI (Theatre Crafts International) to include international coverage, and also redesigned to tablet size.
In January 1996, Intertec Publishing of Overland Park, KS, which eventually became Penton after numerous transitions, acquired TCI, Lighting Dimensions, and LDI.[4]
Eventually, TCI became Entertainment Design. Entertainment Design and Lighting Dimensions were merged into Live Design in December 2005.
Live Design closed its print publication and converted to a digital, interactive app and magazine for Apple products in December 2013, and implemented an Android version in October 2014.[6][14]
In late 2019, Questex purchased Live Design from Informa plc.[1]
LDI
[edit]LDI is an annual trade show for live event professionals, which debuted in Dallas, Texas in 1988 with over a hundred exhibitors and 3,000 attendees. It has been to various locations from Nashville, Tennessee to Orlando and Miami, FL, to Reno, Lake Tahoe, and Las Vegas, Nevada.[13]
Since then, LDI has continued to grow, receiving over 9,700 attendees, working in theatre, concerts, houses of worship, corporate presentations, clubs, theme parks, and any other live venue, from 88 countries. Over 350 companies exhibit and provide live demos and gear showcases.[15] The trade show is concerned with lighting, sound, projection, staging and truss, and special effects.
Live Design Master Classes
[edit]Live Design’s master classes feature top designers from their respective disciplines.[2] The Broadway Master Classes (BMC) originated as Broadway Lighting Master Classes (BLMC), run by Sonny Sonnenfeld, who started it with nine-time Tony Award-winning lighting designer, Jules Fisher. Live Design purchased the BLMC from Sonnenfeld and expanded into Broadway Projection Master Classes (BPMC) and Broadway Sound Master Classes (BSMC). Hosted in New York, BMC is geared towards both students and professionals. Fisher and sound designer, Abe Jacob have been the creative consultants for the BLMC and BSMC, respectively, since their inception.[16] In February 2015, Live Design announced it was rebranding the Broadway Master Classes as the New York Master Classes (NYMC).[17] This training series expands the curriculum to include all aspects of lighting, projection, and sound design in not only theater, but also concerts, dance, and opera.
The Concert Master Classes (CMC) focus on lighting and projection for concerts.
The Projection Master Classes (PMC) focus on the technical and creative obstacles in programming and projection mapping. It is concerned with gear such as playback software, surfaces, projectors, and networking.[18]
The Electronic Dance Music Master Classes (EDMMC): Lighting + Projection focus on the aesthetic and technical components of designing and programming for EDM. EDMMC Sound focuses on the technical and practical considerations in designing sound for festivals and clubs.[19]
Envision Symposium
[edit]Envision Symposium was held in Monterey, California in September 2013. The conference sought to explore the idea of storytelling and how it is presented and transformed in today’s world of technology and design. It considered the future of various areas, such as, concerts, theme parks, gaming, and digital environments. The conference was geared towards an expansive creative audience, including designers, writers, artists, technicians, engineers, programmers, manufacturers, distributors, and inventors. Bran Ferren and Bob Bonniol were the creative consultants.[20]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Dool, Greg (2020-12-05). "Questex Acquires Multiple Trade Shows and B2B Brands from Informa Plc". Folio. Retrieved 2020-12-20.
- ^ a b Donahue, Tim (2013). "Chapter 8. Find Current Facts". Theater Careers: A Realistic Guide. University of South Carolina Press. p. 135. doi:10.2307/j.ctv6wgjdx. ISBN 9781611171976. JSTOR j.ctv6wgjdx. OCLC 854585697. Retrieved 2020-12-20 – via Project MUSE.
- ^ Williams, Albert (2016-06-05). "Columbia College Chicago Theatre Department Faculty Member Heather Gilbert Profiled in 'Live Design' Magazine". Theatre Department: The Green Room. Archived from the original on 2020-03-12. Retrieved 2020-12-20.
- ^ a b c d e "Special Report: 30 Years at TCI". Vol. 31, no. 7. TCI. September 1997.
- ^ "Key Journals about Theatre Topics". UCF Libraries. Archived from the original on 2020-12-20. Retrieved 2020-12-20.
- ^ a b "Download the November Issue of Live Design". Live Design Online. Penton. Retrieved 30 December 2014.
- ^ "Home Page". Live Design Online. Penton. Retrieved 30 December 2014.
- ^ Stern, Lawrence; Gold, Jill (2016). "Chapter 19. Organizing Information". Stage Management (11th ed.). Taylor & Francis. p. 272. ISBN 9781317300137. Retrieved 2020-12-20 – via Google Books.
- ^ "LDI Announces the Second Annual Pat MacKay Diversity in Design Scholarships for Undergraduates". Lighting & Sound America. Retrieved 2020-12-19.
- ^ "USITT Announces 2020 Award Winners". American Theatre. Theatre Communications Group. 28 February 2020. Retrieved 2020-12-20.
- ^ Ackerman, Marshall (September 1997). "Special Report: 30 Years of TCI". Vol. 31, no. 7. TCI.
- ^ Cashill, Robert (October 1997). "Our 20th Anniversary". Vol. 21, no. 9. Lighting Dimensions.
- ^ a b Lampert-Greaux, Ellen (October 1997). "LDI at 10". Vol. 21, no. 9. Lighting Dimensions.
- ^ "Remembering Print" Davi Napoleon recalls the transitions at Live Design.
- ^ "About". LDI Show. Penton. Retrieved 30 December 2014.
- ^ "The Godfather of Sound". Stage Directions. Timeless Communications. Retrieved 30 December 2014.
- ^ "Live Design Rebrands New York Master Classes". www.livedesignonline.com. Live Design. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
- ^ "BlackTrax at Ninth Annual Projection Master Classes at LDI 2014". Cast Software. CAST Group, Ltd. Archived from the original on 8 December 2014. Retrieved 30 December 2014.
- ^ "EDM @ LDi 2014 – Workshops on VDMX, Maschine, Ableton Live, Traktor, Komplete +". Dubspot. Retrieved 30 December 2014.
- ^ Zahed, Ramin. "Live Design Launches the Envision Symposium". Animation Magazine (Press release). Animation Magazine. Retrieved 30 December 2014.