Entertainment Rigging for the 21st Century: Compilation of Work on Rigging Practices, Safety, and Related Topics – Digital Instant Dowload.

Product details:

• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0415702747
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0415702744
• Author: Bill Sapsis

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.

Table contents:

Chapter 1: Forces & Formulas

Chapter 2: Structural Behavior

Chapter 3: Lighting Truss

Chapter 4: Arena Rigging

Chapter 5: Outdoor Roof Structures

Chapter 6: Counterweight Rigging

Chapter 7: Aerialist Rigging

Chapter 8: Performer Flying

Chapter 9: Stage Automation

Chapter10: The Mechanics of Stage Automation

Chapter11: Training in the Twenty-First Century (US version)

Chapter12: Training in the Twenty-First Century (UK version)

Chapter 13: Working Safely at Height

Chapter 14: Medical Issues in Fall Arrest/Rescue

Title tags:

Entertainment Rigging Essentials for the Modern Era: Practices, Safety, and Insights
Mastering Entertainment Rigging: A Comprehensive Guide to Contemporary Techniques and Safety
The Future of Entertainment Rigging: Best Practices and Safety for Industry Professionals