Backstage Access
What is it?
Curated by industry professionals, Backstage Access is a one-of-a-kind event for technicians, stage managers, front of house and booking personnel to expand their knowledge and skills in the events and entertainment industry. Join us at the Northern Alberta Jubilee auditorium in Edmonton for the opportunity to hear from industry experts and foster the next generation of entertainment professionals.
March 4 Evening • March 5 Afternoon •
Seminars
MARCH 4- 4:00 - 9:30PM
Evening Audio Session​
Hands On Digital Console Summit
Brought to you by Backstage Access and the CITT Alberta Section, this summit is intended to provide professionals, students and up-and-coming technicians an opportunity to mix a series of multitracks in a safe and stress-free environment. This summit is being led by four different veteran audio engineers with varying backgrounds. A short introduction and panel discussion describing various approaches, ideas, and philosophies of mixing audio led by our audio mentors. This will then make way for hands-on practical application of those very concepts in a wholly interactive workshop.
Meet in the front lobby of the Jubilee at 3:45 PM Monday March 4
MARCH 5 1:30PM
BUSKING
Basics
Join a panel of experts to help you achieve your best performance. Learn tips and tricks for configuring your lighting console for successful on-the-fly and festival operation.
MARCH 5 3:30 PM
Microphones Panel -Q&A
Stay at the forefront of technological advances in microphone and signal path technology. Factory representatives from major manufacturers will discuss the newest innovations, and take your questions on any microphone issues you may be having.
MARCH5
3:00PM
keeping your theatre current
Theatre Consultant Richard Schick and Jubilee Operation DirectorGerry Vanhezewyk lead you through an overview of keeping your venue infrastructure and equipment current. Learn how to schedule, manage and budget to keep your space in top shape.
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MARCH 5
2:00PM
WIreless audio
Wireless Digital Transmission & FM Analog transmission: Pros & Cons.
Discuss similarities and differences between popular digital and FM based transmission systems. 
MARCH 5
4:00PM
Watchout VIDEO
Join Dan Plumtree as he leads you through the process of using Watchout Video System. Learn to compose and manage your video elements to create seamless video for your show.
MARCH 5
3:00PM
Consoles and Color-LED FIXTURES
Join the panel for a look at the current state of LED fixtures, where the industry is headed, and a look at how consoles are approaching color handling.
MARCH 5
5:00PM
IMMERSIVE AUDIO
D&B audiotecknik will take you through the steps and demonstrate going from a mono to a fully immersive audio system.
MARCH 5
1:00PM
keeping your theatre safe
This session will consist of a brief overview of the main components of a safety management system in Alberta, with a deeper dive into emergency response component. This will be followed by a round-table discussion of planned revisions to our industry’s Safe Stages guidelines.
Register As a Participant
Sign up for a Backstage Access pass
Register as a Vendor
Learn more about participating in the
Technology Expo on our Vendor Information page
CONNECT with us
Need help with something you can't find here? Email us at
backstageaccess@jubileeauditorium.com