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April 2023 Newsletter
Devils/Eye Boston Ballet | Boston Opera House | Lighting & Scenic Design by Brandon Stirling Baker (Liza Voil)
QolorTOPIX Podcast Episode 2: Brandon Stirling Baker, Lighting Designer
Brandon Stirling Baker is an award-winning lighting designer working internationally in the areas of theatre, opera, and dance. His work can be seen on stages throughout the United States and abroad including Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, Hollywood Bowl, Walt Disney Concert Hall, New York City Ballet, Boston Ballet, and many others.

Join us as we explore Brandon's career as a lighting artist, including how he got started working with host Al Crawford, learnings through dance, and what's next for him, in QolorTOPIX Podcast Episode 2.
Copland Dance Episodes (Erin Baiano)
"I love this career, I wouldn't change it for anything. I'm constantly looking for people who sincerely enjoy what we do, I can't imagine my life any other way. For me, it's always been about the art itself."

- Brandon Stirling Baker, Lighting Designer, QolorTOPIX Episode 2 (27:19)

Listen on our website or wherever you listen to podcasts, including: Apple PodcastsSpotify, and iHeartRadio.
Celebrating 35 Years of Phantom on Broadway
City Theatrical Founder and President Gary Fails and
35-year Phantom Head Electrician Alan Lampert at the Majestic Theatre in 1993 vs. April 2023
On Sunday April 16, 2023, The Phantom of the Opera took its final curtain call on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre in NYC. City Theatrical is proud to have supported the efforts of the lighting team since the show's debut, with 35 years of City Theatrical Dry Ice Foggers, our first WDS, Dimmers, and many more unique lighting accessories.

Join us with a Celebration of Phantom Broadway blog article, complete with show photos, closing curtain video, and glimpses into the original lighting technology used on the show in a re-post of our classic 2013 interview with the show's Head Electrician, Alan Lampel.
City Theatrical Employee Spotlight: Peter Nikel
Peter Nikel, Electronics Assembly Manager, City Theatrical
Many people don’t know that City Theatrical products are mostly handmade, right here at our facility in Carlstadt, New Jersey, USA. We started an Employee Spotlight series to celebrate the incredible people behind our products.

We had a Q&A with Peter Nikel, our Electronics Assembly Manager, in April 2023 to spotlight the great work he has been doing for City Theatrical for 10 years. Read the Q&A to learn more about Peter's experience working with the company.
City Theatrical Product Catalog 2023 PDF Available
Want to see all available City Theatrical products, all in one place?

Try our Product Catalog PDF, which is our digital PDF source for the City Theatrical Product Catalog 2023. It is now available for the US and UK and will continue to be updated to match our most current product line offering listed on our website pages.
Wireless DMX Training at IATSE Local One NYC
City Theatrical Sales Manager Harrison Hohnholt at IATSE Local 1 NYC Multiverse Training on April 14, 2023
City Theatrical team members provided a full day in person training session focused on wireless DMX technology for members of IATSE Local One in New York City during April 2023. These technicians set up and operate some of the world’s most complex and demanding entertainment technology on Broadway shows and live entertainment in NYC, broadcast television, and more. IATSE Local One has a forward-thinking approach to training and provides an ongoing series of training courses to its members in all areas of technology. Find out more about this Multiverse® wireless DMX/RDM training session, previous QolorFLEX® LED Tape and Dimmers training sessions, and other opportunities for training and technology demonstrations in this Multiverse Training blog article.
April 2023 Custom Work
City Theatrical custom Top Hats for ETC Halcyon Titanium and Gold fixtures
Every month, we do dozens of custom projects for customers all over the world. These projects include entertainment lighting, architectural lighting, and OEM development projects for other companies. Custom projects give us a chance to use all of our experience, knowledge, and capability.

Tell us about your challenges, submit a custom order, and you could see your project in next month's newsletter.

Meet our team and demo our products at these upcoming 2023 shows:
United States:

- Cine Gear Expo LA | Studios Lot, Los Angeles, CA | June 1-4, 2023
- 4Wall NYC Vendor Showcase | Moonachie, NJ | June 8, 2023
- Cine Gear Expo Atlanta | Trilith Studios, Fayetteville, GA | October 6-7, 2023
- LDI Show | Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV | December 3-5, 2023

United Kingdom:

- PLASA Focus Leeds | Royal Armouries, Leeds, UK | 9-10 May 2023
- ABTT Show London | Alexandra Palace, London, UK | 7-8 June 2023
- PLASA Show London | Olympia London, UK | September 3-5 September 2023
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