CPT Special Effects

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Atmospheric Effects


We have a variety of devices  that can create different kinds of smoke/fog/haze effects.  Clicking on the links below will either take you to the manufacturers website, or open up a PDF manual for that device

Le Maitre

Neutron XS Hazer (generates a haze in the air)
G150 Fog Machine (generates fog/smoke (and LOTS of it!)
LSX Low Smoke Converter (chills the output of the G150 so it clings to the ground similar to a Dry Ice effect)
Problems with the LSX?  Check the Troubleshooting chart here.
Show Fogger Pro (Smoke/Fog generator not as much as the G150, but still very high output if needed)
DMX Interface for G150 & Neutron Hazer (for controlling the output of these devices with the lightboard)


Rosco

1500 Fog Machine (Fog/Smoke, not as much output as either of the Le Maitre Foggers.  It's a lot smaller though.)

Pyrotechnic Effects

Pyropack
    Puff Pots (3)
    Sparkel Pots
        Slow Sparkle (1)
        Fast Sparkle (1)
    Airburst (1-3 circuit device)
    Two Channel Three Circuit Controller

I'm not a big proponent of homemade pyro-effects.  You will have to discuss any use of pyro in the UT with the Technical Director.

Coming Soon....Projection Information

2 Epson Video projectors
2 George Snell 1200W Slide Projectors
?? Kodak Ektagraphic projectors
2 Dukane Transparancy Overhead projectors
Lenses....

Other stuff:

We have a revolving inventory of doodads, geegaws, widgets and what nots.  You would be wise to check with the technical staff as to the appropriate use/availability of any of these devices.  A lot of them are not terribly sophisticated, and some of them are remarkably klunky.

2-Strobes can be controlled from the CPT Stage Manager's Console

Lots-of clear rope lights and two controllers that can do chases/flashes

Several-colored rope lights

Many-christmas tree lights.  In my estimation, these have no business in a theatre.  These are labor intensive and prone to failure.

Several-animation wheels.  These sit on the front of a 7.5"x7.5" ERS and when used in conjunction with a pattern  can create a motion effect.  It's really subtle.

Several-color wheels for 7.5"x7.5" ERS

Several-Motorized hoohaws that move transparent film or disk in front of an instrument or bare lamp.  They _can_ be  effective but they are decidedly Low-Tech.

Various-mirrors, fans, fish tanks, aerators for creating water effects.  Again, they can be effective, but they are not sophisticated devices.

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