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Clamp
A hardware accessory used to secure lighting fixtures to the truss or support structures.
Fresnel Lantern
Lighting instrument with a soft-edged beam, used in television, film, and stage lighting to create a natural look.
Haze Machine
A device that produces a fine mist, creating a subtle, translucent layer of haze used to enhance lighting beams.
PAR Can (Parabolic Aluminized Reflector)
A widely used lighting fixture that produces a substantial amount of light; ideal for creating washes of color.
Color Gel
A transparent colored filter used to color light in the entertainment industry.
Black Light (UV Light)
A light that emits ultraviolet radiation, used to create a glowing effect on fluorescent materials.
Barn Doors
Adjustable attachments for a spotlight that control the spread of the light beam.
Truss
The metal framework that provides mounting positions for lighting and other equipment.
Beam Projector
A spotlight with an incredibly powerful beam, often used to create special focal effects or to simulate sunlight.
Front of House (FOH) Lighting Position
Lighting fixtures placed in front of the stage, often at a distance, used for front key lighting and special effects.
Gel Frame
A frame that holds color gels, placed in front of lighting fixtures to color the light output.
Dimmer
An electronic device used to control the brightness of a lighting fixture.
Lighting Boom
A vertical pole or stand where lighting fixtures are mounted, typically used on the sides of stages.
Scrim
A piece of fabric used to diffuse lighting on stage, often creating a soft or ethereal look.
Intelligent Console
A sophisticated type of lighting console that provides fine control over intelligent lighting fixtures.
Top-Hat
An accessory for lighting fixtures that reduces glare by limiting the angle of the light coming out of the fixture.
Intelligent Lighting
Advanced lighting fixtures that have automated or mechanical abilities beyond simple lighting functions.
Smoke Machine
A device that emits a dense vapor that resembles smoke, used to enhance lighting effects and create ambiance.
Cyc Light (Cyclorama Light)
A light fixture specifically designed to evenly light up a cyc or cyclorama, the backdrop of a stage.
Spotlight
A directional beam of light that illuminates a specific area, often associated with theatrical lighting.
Soft Light
Light producing a diffuse, soft-edged beam that reduces shadows, commonly used for a more natural lighting effect.
Back Light
Lighting that comes from behind the subject to separate it from the background.
Moving Head Fixture
Automated light that can pan, tilt, change colors, and patterns; used for dynamic effects.
LED Fixtures
Lights using light-emitting diodes, known for their energy efficiency, low heat output, and ability to change colors.
DMX (Digital Multiplex)
A digital communication network used to control stage lighting and effects.
Followspot
A high-intensity spotlight operated by a technician to follow a performer around the stage.
Lighting Console
An electronic device used to control the lighting in an entertainment setting by communicating with fixtures via DMX.
Light Plot
A detailed diagram that represents the layout of all the lighting fixtures and their positions for a stage production.
Strobe Light
A device used to produce regular flashes of light for high-energy effects or to simulate slow motion.
Pin Spot
A tight beam of light that is used to illuminate specific parts of a stage or objects like centerpieces on tables.
Ellipsoidal Reflector Spotlight
A versatile type of spotlight with a strong, well-defined beam, often used for key lighting and to project patterns (gobos).
Gobo
A stencil or template placed inside or in front of a light source to control the shape of the emitted light.
Up-Lighting
A technique where lights are placed on the ground and pointed upwards to illuminate an object or wall.
Key Light
The main light that illuminates the subject in a lighting design, often used in conjunction with fill and back lights.
Gaffer Tape
A strong, durable tape used to secure cables on stage to prevent tripping hazards and keep installations neat.
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