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On Headset

  • Introducing ETC's On Headset, a captivating audio learning series offering a unique glimpse into the world of theatrical lighting design. With two exciting podcast seasons to explore, listeners are invited to join real-time programming sessions with renowned lighting designers as they craft the visual magic of major productions. 

    Our series aims to bridge the gap between conventional classroom console training and the practical experience of operating an Eos desk in a theatre. Whether you're familiar with the buttons but want to understand their context better or simply want to improve your muscle memory, our “console flight simulator” is designed to cater to both needs. You can actively participate by following the instructions or passively listen in to the lively discussions. 

    Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring lighting enthusiast, On Headset promises an immersive and educational journey into the heart of theatrical lighting.  

    We hope you find the series both entertaining and educational! 

    We welcome your feedback. Please send any comments and suggestions to the ETC Education Center at education@etcconnect.com.



  • The Billington Files

    Practice your programming skills in real time as you listen to award-winning Lighting Designer Ken Billington direct his lighting team for the production of New York City Center Encores’ Me and My Girl.


    Instructions
    • Download the first show file (ENCORES! Me and My Girl Episode 1 start cue 0 2020-02-29 15-22-14.esf) and open it on your console.
    • Follow along, type in what Ken tells you to do. If you don’t understand the direction for any reason, don’t worry, just skip it. Sometimes the instruction only makes sense if you’re actually there, and sometimes he’s using shorthand with his programmers. Often the programmer chimes in to specify which preset or color palette to use, but if not, don't worry about it, it's not critical to our pretend show.
    • At the end of each episode, save the show file.
    • If you choose to start at an episode other than at the beginning, download the appropriate show file, and go to the cue indicated in the name, which is the last cue in the particular file. (e.g., Billington MMG Episode 5 Cue 56.esf).

    Dividing Line

    Download the following to enhance your experience:

    Show Files Zip

    Images Zip

    Lighting plot

    Magic Sheet

    Channel Hookup

    Cheat Sheet

    Dividing Line



    Program Notes:
    • These show files have most programming tools and actual color palettes stripped out, feel free to merge in your own (most programmers bring in some of their own macros, magic sheets, and palettes).
    • The files have been edited to make it easier for one programmer, so if you're typing along, you're playing the parts of both Greg and Chad.
    • When Ken calls for a light to be in a particular color, it's shorthand for color palette so color 54 is color palette 54. Ken brings an extensive and thorough knowledge of color system to speed his process (and no, we aren't including his real color palettes in the show!).
    • The shortcut to Intensity Block a cue is "Cue X Shift+Block Enter.”
    • If Ken asks to "clean it up,” it's lighting patois for cleaning up partial blocks. The age-old method of "Block Enter Block Enter" still works, but there is also a soft key, "Autoblock Clean."
    • This was programmed on an Eos Ti, but any Eos family console works for the exercise.


    Me and My Girl Production Credits

    Many thanks to the designers and crew both featured on the recordings as well as behind the scenes.

    Lighting Designer: Ken Billington
    Associate Lighting Designer: Aaron Porter
    Moving Light Programmer: Chad Lefebvre
    Conventional Programmer: Greg Chabay
    Production Stage Manager: Nancy Pittelman
    Assistant Stage Manager: Caskey Hunsader
    Assistant Stage Manager: Cody Renard Richard
    Director of Production: Mark Mongold
    Master Electrician: Evan Vorono
    Audio Engineer: Augie Propersi


    The Paule Project

    Practice your programming skills in real-time as you listen to internationally acclaimed Lighting Designer Paule Constable, together with programmer Will Frost, during the production of The Normal Heart at London's National Theatre. 


    Instructions
    • Download the Project Paperwork file along with the introduction episode. This will give you an introduction to the project as well as a copy of the lighting plan (lighting plot), the Lighting Operator’s Guide, Cue Sheet and MLA file for the show. Don’t worry if you are not able to open the MLA file, the preset photos are also available in the accompanying PDF file.
    • When you are ready, download Episode 1 audio files and the accompanying show file. Load the show file “The Normal Heart – Ep 1 Start.esf3d” into your console and start to program along with Paule and Will.
    • At the end of each episode, save the show file.
    • Each episode has an accompanying show file that you can load and work from. This will ensure that you have all the correct data you need to be able to keep up with Paule and Will as they work.

    Dividing Line

    Download the following to enhance your experience:

    Show Files Zip

    Light Plot/Lighting Plan

    Operator's Guide

    MLA File

    PDF File

    Cue Sheet

    Dividing Line



    Program Notes:
    • Each episode has an accompanying show file that has been prepared to match the progress of the plotting at this point in the tech session. Some elements have been stripped out that are not required and are specific to the National Theatre’s workflow. You will be able to build up the show file as you work through the sessions.
    • Color Palettes have been included and follow the convention of being numbered by their color reference – e.g. – CP 23 = Rosco #23, CP 106 = Lee 106, etc. In instances where Rosco and Lee share the same number, the convention is as follows: CP13 = Rosco #13, CP13.1 = Lee 013
    • A number of Beam Palettes and Presets have also been included which will be used during the sessions.
    • Groups have been included as they are referred to by both Paule and Will and follow the numbering convention of using the first channel number of the selection as the group number, e.g. Channel 111 thru 118 = Group 111, etc.
    • Several Snapshots have also been included for use on different consoles and in different applications. Take some time to get comfortable with these layouts before you start, or feel free to make your own. 

    The Normal Heart Production Credits 

    The Normal Heart Production Images 


    The Paule Project Playlist


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