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Clamp

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A hardware accessory used to secure lighting fixtures to the truss or support structures.

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Fresnel Lantern

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Lighting instrument with a soft-edged beam, used in television, film, and stage lighting to create a natural look.

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Haze Machine

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A device that produces a fine mist, creating a subtle, translucent layer of haze used to enhance lighting beams.

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PAR Can (Parabolic Aluminized Reflector)

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A widely used lighting fixture that produces a substantial amount of light; ideal for creating washes of color.

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Color Gel

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A transparent colored filter used to color light in the entertainment industry.

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Black Light (UV Light)

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A light that emits ultraviolet radiation, used to create a glowing effect on fluorescent materials.

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Barn Doors

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Adjustable attachments for a spotlight that control the spread of the light beam.

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Truss

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The metal framework that provides mounting positions for lighting and other equipment.

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Beam Projector

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A spotlight with an incredibly powerful beam, often used to create special focal effects or to simulate sunlight.

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Front of House (FOH) Lighting Position

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Lighting fixtures placed in front of the stage, often at a distance, used for front key lighting and special effects.

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Gel Frame

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A frame that holds color gels, placed in front of lighting fixtures to color the light output.

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Dimmer

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An electronic device used to control the brightness of a lighting fixture.

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Lighting Boom

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A vertical pole or stand where lighting fixtures are mounted, typically used on the sides of stages.

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Scrim

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A piece of fabric used to diffuse lighting on stage, often creating a soft or ethereal look.

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Intelligent Console

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A sophisticated type of lighting console that provides fine control over intelligent lighting fixtures.

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Top-Hat

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An accessory for lighting fixtures that reduces glare by limiting the angle of the light coming out of the fixture.

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Intelligent Lighting

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Advanced lighting fixtures that have automated or mechanical abilities beyond simple lighting functions.

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Smoke Machine

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A device that emits a dense vapor that resembles smoke, used to enhance lighting effects and create ambiance.

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Cyc Light (Cyclorama Light)

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A light fixture specifically designed to evenly light up a cyc or cyclorama, the backdrop of a stage.

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Spotlight

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A directional beam of light that illuminates a specific area, often associated with theatrical lighting.

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Soft Light

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Light producing a diffuse, soft-edged beam that reduces shadows, commonly used for a more natural lighting effect.

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Back Light

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Lighting that comes from behind the subject to separate it from the background.

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Moving Head Fixture

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Automated light that can pan, tilt, change colors, and patterns; used for dynamic effects.

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LED Fixtures

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Lights using light-emitting diodes, known for their energy efficiency, low heat output, and ability to change colors.

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DMX (Digital Multiplex)

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A digital communication network used to control stage lighting and effects.

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Followspot

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A high-intensity spotlight operated by a technician to follow a performer around the stage.

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Lighting Console

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An electronic device used to control the lighting in an entertainment setting by communicating with fixtures via DMX.

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Light Plot

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A detailed diagram that represents the layout of all the lighting fixtures and their positions for a stage production.

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Strobe Light

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A device used to produce regular flashes of light for high-energy effects or to simulate slow motion.

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Pin Spot

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A tight beam of light that is used to illuminate specific parts of a stage or objects like centerpieces on tables.

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Ellipsoidal Reflector Spotlight

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A versatile type of spotlight with a strong, well-defined beam, often used for key lighting and to project patterns (gobos).

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Gobo

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A stencil or template placed inside or in front of a light source to control the shape of the emitted light.

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Up-Lighting

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A technique where lights are placed on the ground and pointed upwards to illuminate an object or wall.

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Key Light

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The main light that illuminates the subject in a lighting design, often used in conjunction with fill and back lights.

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Gaffer Tape

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A strong, durable tape used to secure cables on stage to prevent tripping hazards and keep installations neat.

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