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S ummer is here, and with it comes LIVE ’s new issue! Incidentally, festival season has also arrived, and while still in a state of hazy disbelief over how my friends and I managed to secure highly sought- after Glastonbury tickets this year, I began to think about what it is exactly that makes festivals so magical. Though I recognise that giving up on all social norms to swim through mud and glitter for a few days isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, there’s no denying festivals offer an international showcase of audio-visual innovation. In this issue, we meet the minds behind three major music festivals, who share insights on what goes into creating events of this scale. Elsewhere, we head back to the classroom to uncover how the education space is entering a new and exciting digital era; learning how schools and universities are ditching pads and paper for VR and immersive teaching techniques. As if being dubbed ‘Queen of Eurovision’ wasn’t enough, Nicoline Refsing has not only been behind the production of some of the most iconic arena tours of recent times, but also launched and leads her very own production and creative direction company, Rockart Design. Check out this issue’s Industry Icons, where she sits down with LIVE to reflect on her astonishing career. Our round table gathers a panel hailing from the corporate AV sector to discuss the current trajectory for the industry, while a PTZ buyers’ guide offers useful pointers for those looking to navigate the flourishing space. Plus, this issue’s product focus takes a deep dive into the transforming LED landscape. From Europe’s largest digital ceiling to the AFC Asian Cup Opening Ceremony, we shed some light on the dazzling options available. Finally, if you’re heading to Las Vegas in June, make sure you don’t go without reading our exclusive Infocomm guide! LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL!
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