Rigging For Entertainment

From the basics of physical forces and mathematical formulas to performer flying and stage automation, Entertainment Rigging for the 21st Century provides you with insider information into rigging systems and the skills you need to safely operate them. Over the past decade, the entertainment industry has witnessed major changes in rigging technology, as manually operated rigging has given way to motorized systems in both permanent and touring productions, and greater attention has been paid to standardizing safety practices. This book leads you through what is currently happening in the industry, why it’s happening, and how. Accessible for riggers and non-riggers alike, it contains details on the technology and methodology used to achieve the startling effects found in concerts and stage shows. With a foreword written by Monona Rossol, this text contains contributions from industry leaders including: Rocky Paulson Bill Gorlin Tray Allen Roy Bickel Keith Bohn Karen Butler Stuart Cox Bill Sapsis Dan Culhane Eddie Raymond Chris Higgs Carla Richters Joe McGeough Scott Fisher

This recently released and updated 2nd edition of Entertainment Rigging is the definitive book on the subject. This premier and highly comprehensive book covers all aspects of arena rigging, from practical shackle details to complex force equations. Although the focus for Entertainment Rigging is the entertainment industry, the information is applicable to many trades that use rigging, such as construction, mining, material handling, logging, longshore work, cranes, and industrial rigging.These 700+ pages, include hundreds of updated drawings, pictures and tables. You will find dozens of formulas which enable working riggers to simply calculate dimensions, forces, loads, and the required strength of rigging equipment. It also contains many rules of thumb which enable safe rigging without calculations.? 700 pages, 8.25" x 10.75", softboundTopics Include but are not limited to:? Rigging 101? Accident Prevention? Shock Loads & Safeties? Algebra 101? Engineering 101? Deadhangs 101? Center of Gravity? Advanced Deadhangs? Bridles & Bridle Forces? Rated Capacity Table, and many more topics

Continuing where "An Introduction to Rigging in the Entertainment Industry" left off, this title covers the regulations and use of equipment in greater detail. Incorporated throughout is continued reference to as much guidance material as there is available from the likes of the HSE, British Standards and the ABTT's Code of Practice for "Flying".

This book breaks down complex entertainment rigging (theatre and arena) calculations and makes them easy to understand. It also provides hints for remembering many rigging formulas. It is a great resource for anyone studying for either ETCP rigging exam, and includes an explanation of the equations found on the ETCP Certified Rigger - Formula Table. This edition has a great deal of reference information for entertainment riggers of all types.

From the basics of physical forces and mathematical formulas to performer flying and stage automation, Entertainment Rigging for the 21st Century provides you with insider information into rigging systems and the skills you need to safely operate them. Over the past decade, the entertainment industry has witnessed major changes in rigging technology, as manually operated rigging has given way to motorized systems in both permanent and touring productions, and greater attention has been paid to standardizing safety practices. This book leads you through what is currently happening in the industry, why it's happening, and how. Accessible for riggers and non-riggers alike, it contains details on the technology and methodology used to achieve the startling effects found in concerts and stage shows. With a foreword written by Monona Rossol, this text contains contributions from industry leaders including: Rocky Paulson Bill Gorlin Tray Allen Roy Bickel Keith Bohn Karen Butler Stuart Cox Bill Sapsis Dan Culhane Eddie Raymond Chris Higgs Carla Richters Joe McGeough Scott Fisher.

The first book in the industry tailored specifically for the entertainment professional, Vectorworks for Entertainment Design covers the ins and outs of Vectorworks software for lighting, scenic, and sound design. With a detailed look at the design process, from idea to development, to the documentation necessary for execution, Vectorworks for Entertainment Design will encourage you to create your own process and workflow through exercises that build on one another. The text stresses the process of developing an idea, visualizing it, and evolving it for presentation, documentation, or drafting. The author focuses on both the technical how-to and the art of design, giving you the tools you need to learn and then use the application professionally. Fully illustrated with step-by-step instructions, it contains inspirational work from Broadway, major regional companies, and non-theatrical, entertainment design.