Mastering Live Lightshows: The Art of Busking

Become a profesional concert and festival light operator

Created by: Marc Schneider
Sound and Light designer

What Will I Learn?

• Fundamental Concepts: Explore three fundamental concepts essential for creating adaptable lightshows in unpredictable live settings.
• Busking Techniques: Master the art of busking, learning how to improvise and synchronize your lights seamlessly with live music performances.
• Effective Preparation: Discover tricks and strategies for preparing a busking show, ensuring you can respond swiftly and creatively to any situation on stage.
• Universal Applicability: Learn principles that are applicable across various lighting consoles, allowing you to adapt the techniques to your specific
• Software Proficiency: Utilize MADot2onPC™ software for hands-on practice, although the concepts taught are easily transferable to other consols and softwares.

Requirements

• Basic Illumination Skills: A fundamental understanding of lighting concepts, fixtures, and basic programming is essential. Familiarity with various types of stage lights and their functions will be beneficial.
• Working Knowledge of Lighting Consoles: While this course doesn't focus on programming a specific console, a basic understanding of lighting console operation is recommended. Participants should be able to navigate and control lighting software/hardware.
• Familiarity with Live Performances: An appreciation for live music, concerts, or theater performances will provide context for the course material. Understanding the dynamics of live events is valuable.
• Passion for Creativity and Live Entertainment: A genuine interest in creating immersive experiences through lighting design and a passion for the energy of live performances will drive your enthusiasm for the course.

Target audience

• Experienced Light Operators: Enhance your skills and learn specialized techniques for live improvisational performances.
• Aspiring Light Operators: Gain essential knowledge and confidence to step into the world of professional live lighting design.
• Theater Professionals: Traditional theater light operators seeking to expand their expertise into the realm of dynamic live shows.