Since
its formation in 1971, White Light has established itself as the complete
production solution specialist in the entertainment industry. Its reputation
has been forged from providing the best possible service to clients along with
its extensive range of state-of-the-art technology. During its 44 years, White
Light has rapidly expanded its services, with this year alone seeing the launch
of a dedicated audio department and the acquisition of Shock Solutions, a
renowned AV company whose clients include Sky Sports and ITV Studios. White
Light has also recently invested in two new pieces of equipment that reflect
the company’s recent expansion as well as further cement its reputation as a
leading production supplier: the Martin MAC Aura XB and the Prolyte S36PRA
truss.
This
recent investment enhances White Light’s already renowned lighting and rigging
services. The Martin MAC Aura XB takes an award-winning, innovative, compact
LED wash light to the next level by
incorporating several new features first introduced with the MAC Quantum
Wash. Not only does it offer additional brightness but also
features a new superior colour-mixing system and an optimized lens design
for tighter beams and more even washes. The Prolyte S36PRA truss is equipped
with a pivoting pin-fork connection system, making it fast and easy to
assemble. Designed as a pre-rig truss for moving heads, the truss has a
flexible cross and linear braces on the topside to accommodate any type of
luminaire. Another advantage is that the trusses and dollies can be easily
stacked for storage or transport. Dave Isherwood, White Light’s Hire and
Technical Director, comments: “It’s fantastic that we are able to invest
in such ground-breaking equipment. As we continue to work on highly technical
and innovative projects, we need the resources which can help make these a
reality. Both the Martin MAC Aura XB and Prolyte S36PRA truss reflect the high
standards which the company implements and we can now use them on various
projects to ensure that each one achieves its maximum potential”.
The
Martin MAC Aura XB has already been used on several events in which White Light
has provided the lighting support. Whether this was the recent Glamour Awards
at Berkeley Square Gardens or the Olivier Awards at the Royal Opera House, the
MAC Aura XB provides several lighting options across a whole range of
entertainment fields. It has also played a large role in UK touring theatre
productions, such as Jesus Christ Superstar and The Sound of Music.
Sam Wright, Production Electrician on The Sound of Music, states: “The
Aura XB is a really reliable unit and we are currently using 14 on tour. Not
only is it unbelievably powerful but it is also extremely light- a necessity
with a touring show such as this”. Attempting to create the lighting design by
Nick Riching, Sam used the MAC Aura XB as a pipe end wash, realising it was as
bright as a 1000w Par yet also had all the
advantages of an LED moving head. Whilst the quality of the kit is
important to Sam, so is the service he receives from the supplier. He adds:
“The technical support from White Light has been unbeatable as they are a great
team that pulls out all the stops. Having an account handler ensures that we
receive whatever help we require and also shows an interest in the show itself
which adds a great personal touch to a very professional company”.
Whereas the Martin MAC Aura XB is making a huge impact in
the world of entertainment lighting, the Prolyte S36PRA truss is making similar
repercussions in the field of rigging. Dave comments: “We have used Prolyte
trusses for several years now. Our existing stock of H30V and X30D (30cm box and
triangular truss) has been used on literally hundreds of projects, including
fashion shows, touring concerts, corporate events, theatre shows, exhibitions
and broadcast work. This latest investment will allow us to use the very latest
that Prolyte has to offer”. The truss was first used by White Light on the
recent UK Tour of the Doctor Who Symphonic Spectacular, produced by BBC
Worldwide and Vision Nine. It was also used on the recent one-off 50 Cent and
G-Unit concert held at London’s O2 arena. Ben Tucker, Event Technician on the Doctor
Who Symphonic Spectacular, comments: “For the tour, we had an unbelievably
tight schedule, having only seven hours from arriving at a new arena to
commencing the sound check. Using the new truss, this meant that everything
could be easily pre-rigged hence we could literally wheel this into each new
arena, with the confidence that we could quickly set everything up and remain
on schedule”.
White
Light’s recent investment in both the Martin MAC Aura XB and Prolyte S36PRA truss
not only increases the company’s large stock range but also reiterates its
desire to provide its clients with the best technology available. With more
clients than ever before using White Light for its production solution
services, the company will be utilising the equipment on a whole host of
upcoming projects. Dave comments: “The main thing for us is fulfilling our
client’s needs. Whenever we invest in stock like this, we are doing so
ultimately thinking about how it can benefit our extensive and varied client
list. We want to be able to provide them with the best production solutions
possible. In order to do this, you need the very latest in technology;
something which we have with the Martin MAC Aura XB and Prolyte S36PRA truss”.
Photos
courtesy of Alastair Muir, James Mackenzie and Sam Neill Photography.
