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FAQs
Audio Questions
What’s included in a “wireless” microphone system?
How many microphones can I add to my existing wireless system?
My crew is spread out all over the theatre. How can I communicate with everyone?
Can I mix old and new beltpacks with new and old headsets?
I don’t know whether to get a wireless microphone system or a wired one. How do I choose?
I’d like to use rechargeable batteries in my wireless mics. What kind do you recommend?
We’re having problems with the belt packs on our singers failing. Do you have a solution?
We’re using a portable sound system and getting feedback. What should we do?
Drapery
Questions
Our theatre drapes are about 20 years old. They still look okay, but are they still safe?
Do you repair drapes?
Our grand drape doesn’t move properly when we pull the cord (or run the motor). What can we do?
What kind of fabric should we get for making drops and covering flats?
Will muslin drops shrink when they're painted?
How are large drops constructed?
Which scrim fabric is best for the effect I want?
What other fabrics do you carry?
Are bolts and materials consistent?
Do you ever have any remnants?
Effects
Questions
How is a hazer different from a fogger?
I’m not sure whether to get a dry ice fogger or a chemical fogger. What’s the difference?
How do I get that sparkly light effect all over a room?
How far in advance do I need to reserve equipment?
It’s great that we can rent a cobweb machine for the one time a year we need it, but what do we use to actually make the cobwebs—rubber cement?
I want to use a bubble machine at my wedding. What’s the best way to use it?
Are your breakaway bottles and glasses made of candy-glass?
Filters & Patterns
Questions
Are filters used just for adding color, or are there other applications?
Do you have samples of color filters?
What size is a sheet of color?
I just want some color. What are the basics?
How can we create a fire effect on stage? What about rain and snow?
We want to project our company logo on the lobby wall. How can we do that?
Lamps, Cables & Connectors
Questions
I have a 65Q fresnel with a 750 watt lamp. Can I use a 500 watt lamp?
Why can’t I just use extension cords for my lighting instruments?
What’s the difference between stage pin, Edison and twist-lock connectors?
What’s the right way to install a 20A stage pin connector?
What’s the right way to install an Edison connector?
What’s the right way to install a twist-lock connector?
Is there some way to upgrade my 360Q ellipsoidal without buying a whole new instrument?
Lighting
Questions
I’m a high school teacher assigned to advise the Drama Club. What kind of lighting instruments do we need for a production of
Our Town
?
How do I calculate the coverage of an ellipsoidal?
Can I run my followspot on a dimmer?
I want to upgrade my system but can afford only a new console right now. Can I integrate a new control console with my old dimmers?
Will new instruments integrate well with my old ones?
Our PTA has donated money for a new lighting control system for the school auditorium. What should we get?
Makeup
Questions
What are the basic elements of stage makeup?
How do I get the best value for my makeup dollar?
How do I know which foundation is right for me?
How can I check makeup colors before buying?
How can we create scars?
We’re doing “that Scottish play.” How do we make blood sacs that work?
Do you have any tips for avoiding “makeup room” cold epidemics?
We’re going to need a large amount of body makeup for some of the characters in our school production of
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
. We have a “recipe” for body makeup. Do you have the ingredients we need to make our own?
Paint
Questions
Why use scenic paints instead of the stuff I can get at my neighborhood hardware store?
How do I know which kind of paint to use?
How can I test colors before buying gallons and gallons of paint?
How can I get more information about using stage paints?
We want to do faux wood paneling. What brushes do we use?
Why can’t we use cheap brushes from the hardware store for painting sets?
Tips
Priming Drops & Flats
Priming Other Materials
Why Should I Use Scenic Paint?
Scenic Paint & How to Choose It
Flameproofing & Testing for Retardancy
Choosing Sealer
Tips to Keep Your Paint Fresh
How to Create a Faux Brick Finish
How to Use Thermoplastics
How to Apply Age & Character Makeup
How to Apply 3-D Makeup Effects
Lighting Control Equipment Purchasing Considerations
Choosing the Right Light
How to Clean & Maintain Your Lighting System
How to Order the Correct Drapes
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