The HOFtheater, a prominent cultural venue in the Dutch town of Raalte, has taken a significant step towards the future by investing in cutting-edge LED lighting technology from Elation. The investment, facilitated through Elation’s Dutch distributor, Rolight, has elevated the theater’s creative capabilities and opened up new possibilities for artists and technicians.

After an extensive search for lighting that met its high standards for quality, versatility, and energy efficiency, the HOFtheater selected a combination of 24 Elation KL PROFILE FC ellipsoidal, 16 FUZE PROFILE moving heads, and 24 KL PAR FC. The new fixtures now provide high-quality overhead, front, and backlighting for performances, offering a substantial upgrade from the theater’s previous conventional halogen fixtures, some of which date back to 1965!

Hans Blokpoel, Head Technician at the HOFtheater, who has worked there for over thirty years, explained the new system's benefits: “The more we use it, the more we see the possibilities. The lights are quiet and user-friendly, and the output is outstanding. We no longer need to change color filters or purchase new lens tubes; the reduced power consumption is a huge cost-saving. We’re thrilled with the results.”

Transition to LED
The transition to LED was an obvious choice for the theater, especially considering the growing difficulty of sourcing replacement parts for the old halogen system. After securing funding for the upgrade, the theater turned to Rolight and Elation for a solution to meet their specific needs as a small theater with a relatively low ceiling.

The theater's staff set high standards: the lights had to be handy, quiet, user-friendly, and have significant output. After an extensive demo at the venue, during which the team explored the possibilities, the choice quickly fell on the Elation fixtures. The quality and features exceeded expectations and offered more features than the competition. Rolight’s on-site demos and hands-on guidance helped make the decision easy.

KL and FUZE
The HOFtheater hosts various events, including plays, live music, stand-up comedy, and school performances. With a seating capacity 300, the lighting system must be flexible enough to adapt to different event needs while maintaining high-quality, uniform lighting. The KL PROFILE FC, KL PAR FC, and FUZE PROFILE fixtures offer advanced color control and dynamic lighting effects.

The KL PAR FC, a full-spectrum PAR light with an RGBMA LED engine and adjustable CCT, replaces outdated PAR Can 64s as overhead lighting and backlights. It also incorporates Elation’s innovative ColourTune Technology, lighting fixture software that allows unprecedented control over output and color accuracy. Add four supplied lenses and optional barndoors, and the KL PAR FC is a multifunctional all-rounder.

The KL PROFILE FC, a full-spectrum ellipsoidal framing fixture with high CRI and TLCI values, is used for front lighting and overstage electrics as replacements for old PC fixtures. Housing an integrated zoom, no additional lens tubes are required for faster beam angle changes.

The FUZE PROFILE is a moving head with remote focus and framing capabilities that allows for positioning other stage parts. It is perfect for creating special effects, especially in live music settings. The fixture is positioned downstage with additional fixtures over the stage. It allows for remote focus while also providing more exhaustive control over color temperature and the ability to frame out parts of the stage using its zoom and framing system.

A Host of Benefits
Integrating RGBMA LED engines across all three fixtures ensures consistent output and color matching, creating a visually cohesive lighting system, while the beam manipulation options allow for more precise illumination. Additionally, technicians no longer need to climb up a ladder to change color filters or swap out lens tubes, and the system consumes much less power than the old system.

The lighting installation was completed in August 2024, and the first events using the new lighting took place in September. The HOFtheater technicians, along with the many volunteers who support the theater, enthusiastically look to the future. This investment promises not only an improvement in the quality of the shows but also new creative freedom for artists and technicians.

“The new lights have elevated the quality of our productions and we are very happy with it,” Hans concluded with satisfaction.

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