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The Learn Stage Lighting podcast is an educational and informative look into the world of stage lighting. Starting with the basics, we choose a topic to cover each week, followed by a few listener questions. Our host is David Henry, a lighting designer and educator from https://www.learnstagelighting.com .

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    • Oct 26, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 31m AVG DURATION
    • 373 EPISODES

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    Latest episodes from The Learn Stage Lighting Podcast

    Lighting a Stage for Video - The Stage vs. Film Approach

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 9:38


    What are the differences between stage lighting and film lighting...and how do they mix?

    How Do You Critique Lighting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 18:21


    I recently saw someone critique some lighting from a concert they went to, and I've got some thoughts on what they did right and what they did WRONG!

    Somebody's Questions Answered - Buying Used Lights, LED replacements and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2021 18:52


    Here we answer questions from some popular Facebook groups and ramble on about even more!

    How Do You Compare (2) Lights?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 21:19


    Comparing (2) LED stage lights is easy....or is it? In this episode, we talk lumens, lux, quality, and more!

    Someone's Questions Answered - RDM, Relay's, and More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 24:03


    Today we'll dive in to some Q&A from a Facebook group and answer some questions that might not be so obvious. Tune in!

    Blurring the Line - How Lighting and Video are coming together, and how it affects you!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 14:54


    It's no secret that video and lighting continue to merge together. In this episode we take a look at how this happened, why it matters to you, and how you can use it to make your next event better!

    When Is It Time to Switch to a New Console (And How)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 11:45


    Switching to a new lighting console is never fun. Here are some tips I have to make it easier.

    Should You Use Every Feature in Your Console?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 17:30


    Today's episode has (2) main parts - if you're moving from one console to another, do you really need every feature that you used in the previous console. Then, we talk about why it's important to get to know the console(s) you use as best you can!

    How working on large stages is easier and harder than small stages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 13:51


    Easier – You're not crammed for space. You have more surfaces/air to shine lights upon. FOH control areas typically can be as large as you need. You typically have more “layers of light” to work with. Harder – Your legs HURT after a long day! You need more lights to produce the same effect. Programming […]

    How working on large stages is easier and harder than small stages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 13:51


    Easier – You're not crammed for space. You have more surfaces/air to shine lights upon. FOH control areas typically can be as large as you need. You typically have more “layers of light” to work with. Harder – Your legs HURT after a long day! You need more lights to produce the same effect. Programming […]

    How working on large stages is easier and harder than small stages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 13:51


    Easier – You're not crammed for space. You have more surfaces/air to shine lights upon. FOH control areas typically can be as large as you need. You typically have more “layers of light” to work with. Harder – Your legs HURT after a long day! You need more lights to produce the same effect. Programming […]

    What Software Should I Use to Control LED Pixels?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 15:45


    I've talked before about different pieces of software or consoles that you can use to control LED pixels – but which one is the right one for you? Notes/Links: Previous Episode on Pixel control: https://learnstagelighting.com/episode-52-how-do-you-add-video-to-your-lighting-show-media-servers-pixels-and-control/ ENTTEC ELM ONYX Grab your free guide to begin with lighting!

    What Software Should I Use to Control LED Pixels?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 15:45


    I've talked before about different pieces of software or consoles that you can use to control LED pixels – but which one is the right one for you? Notes/Links: Previous Episode on Pixel control: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/episode-52-how-do-you-add-video-to-your-lighting-show-media-servers-pixels-and-control/ ENTTEC ELM ONYX Grab your free guide to begin with lighting!

    What Software Should I Use to Control LED Pixels?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 15:45


    I've talked before about different pieces of software or consoles that you can use to control LED pixels – but which one is the right one for you? Notes/Links: Previous Episode on Pixel control: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/episode-52-how-do-you-add-video-to-your-lighting-show-media-servers-pixels-and-control/ ENTTEC ELM ONYX Grab your free guide to begin with lighting!

    How Do You Build Reusable LED Pixel Set Pieces?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 22:22


    Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What considerations should you take when you want to reuse custom LED pixel set pieces? Why I don't love LED tape. Wally's Lights ($10 Off Your First Purchase Through This Link!) Wired Watts Boscoyo […]

    How Do You Build Reusable LED Pixel Set Pieces?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021


    Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What considerations should you take when you want to reuse custom LED pixel set pieces? Why I don't love LED tape. Wally's Lights ($10 Off Your First Purchase Through This Link!) Wired Watts Boscoyo […]

    How Do You Build Reusable LED Pixel Set Pieces?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 22:22


    Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What considerations should you take when you want to reuse custom LED pixel set pieces? Why I don't love LED tape. Wally's Lights ($10 Off Your First Purchase Through This Link!) Wired Watts Boscoyo […]

    Should You Use Playback Buttons or Faders for Your Cues? How Many Cues Should You Have On a Playback?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021


    Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What is a Cue? What is a Playback? What is a Submaster? What about Pages? How Do You Decide Whether to Put a Cue on a Fader vs. a Button What about virtual faders […]

    Should You Use Playback Buttons or Faders for Your Cues? How Many Cues Should You Have On a Playback?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 26:27


    Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What is a Cue? What is a Playback? What is a Submaster? What about Pages? How Do You Decide Whether to Put a Cue on a Fader vs. a Button What about virtual faders […]

    Should You Use Playback Buttons or Faders for Your Cues? How Many Cues Should You Have On a Playback?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 26:27


    Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What is a Cue? What is a Playback? What is a Submaster? What about Pages? How Do You Decide Whether to Put a Cue on a Fader vs. a Button What about virtual faders […]

    3 Types of Console Setups for ANY Size Venue

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 22:47


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and today we're discussing three types of console setups that will work for any size venue. Main Segment (0:12) Choosing a Console For Different Venue Sizes David: What I wanted highlight today is some different options and what people might head for in different size venues. So at […]

    3 Types of Console Setups for ANY Size Venue

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 22:47


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and today we're discussing three types of console setups that will work for any size venue. Main Segment (0:12) Choosing a Console For Different Venue Sizes David: What I wanted highlight today is some different options and what people might head for in different size venues. So at […]

    3 Types of Console Setups for ANY Size Venue

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 22:47


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and today we're discussing three types of console setups that will work for any size venue. Main Segment (0:12) Choosing a Console For Different Venue Sizes David: What I wanted highlight today is some different options and what people might head for in different size venues. So at […]

    How Do You Create a Truly Unforgettable Environment with Lighting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 21:29


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and in today's episode, Troy and I will be discussing how do you create a truly unforgettable environment with lighting? When reflecting on past events, there are some that really stand out in my memory and that's what we're going to unpack today. What made those events so […]

    How Do You Create a Truly Unforgettable Environment with Lighting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 21:29


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and in today's episode, Troy and I will be discussing how do you create a truly unforgettable environment with lighting? When reflecting on past events, there are some that really stand out in my memory and that's what we're going to unpack today. What made those events so […]

    How Do You Create a Truly Unforgettable Environment with Lighting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 21:29


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and in today's episode, Troy and I will be discussing how do you create a truly unforgettable environment with lighting? When reflecting on past events, there are some that really stand out in my memory and that's what we're going to unpack today. What made those events so […]

    What is the Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Lights?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 24:21


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and this episode, we're going to discuss the difference between cheap and expensive lights. Troy will be joining us again today and we're excited to have his perspective on the topic. Main Segment (1:03) When someone asks you what is the difference between cheap and inexpensive lights, what […]

    What is the Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Lights?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 24:21


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and this episode, we're going to discuss the difference between cheap and expensive lights. Troy will be joining us again today and we're excited to have his perspective on the topic. Main Segment (1:03) When someone asks you what is the difference between cheap and inexpensive lights, what […]

    What is the Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Lights?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 24:21


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and this episode, we're going to discuss the difference between cheap and expensive lights. Troy will be joining us again today and we're excited to have his perspective on the topic. Main Segment (1:03) When someone asks you what is the difference between cheap and inexpensive lights, what […]

    What Type of Moving Head Should I Buy? Spot, Wash, Beam, or Hybrid? With Guest Bob Mentele

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 35:24


    Welcome to the podcast and episode 115. Today, we have a special guest Bob Mentele of Elation. Today, we're going to discuss what type of moving head you should buy? Main Segment (0:10) David: As you might remember about 5 years ago we started hearing about hybrid lights and led to this question. How do […]

    What Type of Moving Head Should I Buy? Spot, Wash, Beam, or Hybrid? With Guest Bob Mentele

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 35:24


    Welcome to the podcast and episode 115. Today, we have a special guest Bob Mentele of Elation. Today, we're going to discuss what type of moving head you should buy? Main Segment (0:10) David: As you might remember about 5 years ago we started hearing about hybrid lights and led to this question. How do […]

    What Type of Moving Head Should I Buy? Spot, Wash, Beam, or Hybrid? With Guest Bob Mentele

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 35:24


    Welcome to the podcast and episode 115. Today, we have a special guest Bob Mentele of Elation. Today, we're going to discuss what type of moving head you should buy? Main Segment (0:10) David: As you might remember about 5 years ago we started hearing about hybrid lights and led to this question. How do […]

    Should I Learn Multiple Lighting Consoles or Software?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2021 13:24


    Welcome to episode 114! It's a new year, and it's a good time to consider our goals for the upcoming year. Today's topic is should or shouldn't you learn multiple lighting console or software? First, if you are someone who is wanting to learn a specific console or software consider checking out Learn Stage Lighting […]

    Should I Learn Multiple Lighting Consoles or Software?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2021 13:24


    Welcome to episode 114! It's a new year, and it's a good time to consider our goals for the upcoming year. Today's topic is should or shouldn't you learn multiple lighting console or software? First, if you are someone who is wanting to learn a specific console or software consider checking out Learn Stage Lighting […]

    Should I Learn Multiple Lighting Consoles or Software?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2021 13:24


    Welcome to episode 114! It's a new year, and it's a good time to consider our goals for the upcoming year. Today's topic is should or shouldn't you learn multiple lighting console or software? First, if you are someone who is wanting to learn a specific console or software consider checking out Learn Stage Lighting […]

    Why Should I Buy Name-Brand Lights vs. “From China”? What constitutes a “name brand”?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 31:41


    Welcome to the podcast and Episode # 113! Today. we're going to discuss purchasing name brand name lights versus purchasing from China. As some people have experienced is buying a new brand, have issues, and the brand disappears within a year or two. I don't want that for anyone and that's why I think it's […]

    Why Should I Buy Name-Brand Lights vs. “From China”? What constitutes a “name brand”?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 31:41


    Welcome to the podcast and Episode # 113! Today. we're going to discuss purchasing name brand name lights versus purchasing from China. As some people have experienced is buying a new brand, have issues, and the brand disappears within a year or two. I don't want that for anyone and that's why I think it's […]

    Why Should I Buy Name-Brand Lights vs. “From China”? What constitutes a “name brand”?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 31:41


    Welcome to the podcast and Episode # 113! Today. we're going to discuss purchasing name brand name lights versus purchasing from China. As some people have experienced is buying a new brand, have issues, and the brand disappears within a year or two. I don't want that for anyone and that's why I think it's […]

    Why Do Lighting Designers Hate the Color Green? Is it Justified?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 18:20


    Thank you for joining us today for Episode 112 and during the series of why on the podcast today's topic is about using green in lighting. If you've asked any lighting designers you may find a common theme that most of them do not like green in their lighting. Why is that and is it […]

    Why Do Lighting Designers Hate the Color Green? Is it Justified?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 18:20


    Thank you for joining us today for Episode 112 and during the series of why on the podcast today's topic is about using green in lighting. If you've asked any lighting designers you may find a common theme that most of them do not like green in their lighting. Why is that and is it […]

    Why Do Lighting Designers Hate the Color Green? Is it Justified?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 18:20


    Thank you for joining us today for Episode 112 and during the series of why on the podcast today's topic is about using green in lighting. If you've asked any lighting designers you may find a common theme that most of them do not like green in their lighting. Why is that and is it […]

    Why Do I Talk SO much about getting an even wash of light on your stage? What are the exceptions?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 24:48


    Welcome to today's show and in this episode we're doing our Why segment. I wanted to start this segment with exploring various topics and asking the simple question, Why? Today, why do I talk so much about getting an even wash of light on your stage and what are the exceptions? Show Sponsorship (2:17) The […]

    Why Do I Talk SO much about getting an even wash of light on your stage? What are the exceptions?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 24:48


    Welcome to today's show and in this episode we're doing our Why segment. I wanted to start this segment with exploring various topics and asking the simple question, Why? Today, why do I talk so much about getting an even wash of light on your stage and what are the exceptions? Show Sponsorship (2:17) The […]

    Why Do I Talk SO much about getting an even wash of light on your stage? What are the exceptions?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 24:48


    Welcome to today's show and in this episode we're doing our Why segment. I wanted to start this segment with exploring various topics and asking the simple question, Why? Today, why do I talk so much about getting an even wash of light on your stage and what are the exceptions? Show Sponsorship (2:17) The […]

    Why Use a Lighting Visualizer? With Guest Bob Mentele

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 25:02


    Welcome to today's episode! We have a special guest, Bob Mentele of Elations to discuss using visualizers and if that's a tool you should consider. Let's dive in! Main Segment (0:37) David: Today, we have with us Bob Mentele from Elations to discuss visualizers. Why should we use a lighting visualizer? There are a couple […]

    Why Use a Lighting Visualizer? With Guest Bob Mentele

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 25:02


    Welcome to today's episode! We have a special guest, Bob Mentele of Elations to discuss using visualizers and if that's a tool you should consider. Let's dive in! Main Segment (0:37) David: Today, we have with us Bob Mentele from Elations to discuss visualizers. Why should we use a lighting visualizer? There are a couple […]

    Why Use a Lighting Visualizer? With Guest Bob Mentele

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 25:02


    Welcome to today's episode! We have a special guest, Bob Mentele of Elations to discuss using visualizers and if that's a tool you should consider. Let's dive in! Main Segment (0:37) David: Today, we have with us Bob Mentele from Elations to discuss visualizers. Why should we use a lighting visualizer? There are a couple […]

    Why Should You Use Lasers in Your Stage Lighting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 23:28


    Welcome to Episode 109 and today, we're going to discuss lasers and using them in stage lighting. While I covered lasers on our YouTube, I wasn't able to cover as much as I would like to. So today, we're going to go a little more into it. Show Sponsor (1:05) Today's sponsor of this episode […]

    Why Should You Use Lasers in Your Stage Lighting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 23:28


    Welcome to Episode 109 and today, we're going to discuss lasers and using them in stage lighting. While I covered lasers on our YouTube, I wasn't able to cover as much as I would like to. So today, we're going to go a little more into it. Show Sponsor (1:05) Today's sponsor of this episode […]

    Why Should You Use Lasers in Your Stage Lighting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 23:28


    Welcome to Episode 109 and today, we're going to discuss lasers and using them in stage lighting. While I covered lasers on our YouTube, I wasn't able to cover as much as I would like to. So today, we're going to go a little more into it. Show Sponsor (1:05) Today's sponsor of this episode […]

    Why Do So Many People Buy the GrandMA Console for Churches? Or Their Band? Or?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 22:53


    Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting podcast, episode #108. Today, we're kicking off our latest segment, Why? We'll be covering topics, myths, and explore why certain things are set in stone in the lighting industry. Show Sponsorship (2:27) The sponsor of today's show is Learn Stage Lighting Labs. If you've been listening for a while […]

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