Gear: The Ellipsoidal Reflector Spotlight (Part 4: Safety)
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Channel: Kennedy Center Education Digital Learning · 2012 · Education
Lighting designers like Holder constantly experiment with new gear to create their art. But one of their old favorites is the ERS, short for "ellipsoidal reflector spotlight." The ERS is famous for its bright, focused light and many uses. It can highlight performers for their big number. It can help turn a nighttime scene into a bright summer day. Other gear can be added to the ERS to shine splashes of color, unique shapes, or even special effects like rain, water, and fire.
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