PROVIDENCE, RI - Providence College kicked off Homecoming Weekend with a packed Late-Night Madness event at the Amica Mutual Pavilion, headlined by a performance from country singer and songwriter Carrie Underwood. The annual celebration, filled with students and open to the public, featured a full-scale concert production supported by Audio Spectrum, Inc., including Antari atmospheric equipment that helped elevate the visual experience.
Audio Spectrum served as the full production provider for the event — covering audio, lighting, video, rigging, staging, and special effects—as well as the primary staffing for each department. The lighting team deployed one Antari F-8 Typhon and two HZ-1000 hazers to create consistent, dynamic atmospherics throughout the arena.
According to Audio Spectrum’s L2 Lighting Technician Jade Angulo, the F-8’s output made an immediate impression. “The F-8 is very intense and runs smoothly. Even at 35%, I was impressed with the amount of haze filling the room. Even powering this thing up in the shop, its output and ability to fill a space quickly are impressive.”
Before the show, the team compared the F-8 to their standard F-7 and the workhorse HZ-1000, testing output and hang time using the same FLG fluid. “The F-8’s massive output and overall hang time made the decision easy,” Audio Spectrum’s Lighting Director Dan Hopper, noted. “It was the right supplement to the two HZ-1000s already planned for the show.”
For the event, the F-8 was placed upstage center, while the two HZ-1000 units were positioned upstage left and right. Haze was used consistently throughout the performance, with occasional boosts from the F-8 to enhance lighting moments. The unit integrated seamlessly into Audio Spectrum’s DMX control, running in 2-channel mode for independent fan and haze control.
The Audio Spectrum team is looking into expanding its inventory of F-8 units in the future. “It fills a key gap in our atmospheric offerings, especially for outdoor and large arena or stadium events,” Hopper said. This will be a great service to their customer base in the Northeastern region. For more info on Audio Spectrum and their production and rental services, see www.audiospectrum.com.
Antari continues to set the standard as the answer for professional atmospherics on any stage—now proven for large arenas and high-profile productions. From intimate venues to expansive arena environments, Antari delivers taking show experiences to the next level.
Key Team Credits:
AS Project Manager: Josh Cohen
AS Lighting Director: Dan Hopper
AS Lighting Team: Andy Pita, Jade Angulo, John Lacroix
Carrie Underwood and Underwood's Production Team
Carrie Underwood LD: Joel Reiff
About Antari Lighting and Effects USA: Based in California, Antari Lighting and Effects USA is the US distributor for Antari Lighting and Effects the manufacturer of fog and special effects machines, serving the professional and mobile entertainment industries. With a focus on quality, reliability, and exceptional customer service, Antari continues to set the standard for atmospheric solutions worldwide. Antari is dedicated to developing innovative products that exceed customer expectations while addressing environmental concerns, ensuring rigorous quality control, and a strong work ethic.
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