ESTA
ESTA, the Entertainment Services and Technology Association, is a non-profit trade association based in North America with members around the world. ESTA's members are responsible for creating some of the most important programs in our industry including the Technical Standards Program, Entertainment Technician Certification Program and Rental Guard. By joining ESTA you are investing in the future
07/02/2026
A big thank you to Westview Innovates for advertising in Protocol! Westview is a trusted provider of theatrical, lighting, audio, video, and rigging systems, along with automation and controls. Their dedication to supporting the entertainment industry makes them an invaluable part of the community, and we’re proud to have their support.
Protocol • Summer 2026 • Page 77 Stage Rigging Warehouse / Peak Trading Start with the application. Is this fixture part of a water show, where it might take a direct hit from a fountain or rain effect? Or is it protecting against a potential rain shower at an outdoor festival? Think about access. Will you ever be able to get to t...
06/16/2026
A big thank you to The NAMM Show for supporting Protocol!
We're already counting down to next year's show. If history is any indication, it's going to be packed with can't-miss products, education, and conversations that help shape the future of entertainment technology. See you at NAMM 2027!
Protocol • Spring 2026 powered by THE JOURNAL OF THE ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY New NEC® 2026 requirements and the future of multicable power distribution 22 The 2026 ESTA Members’ Choice Awards return at USITT 34 Your guide to BIM coordination 86 ETCP News: Rig safer and increase your value! SPRING 2026 VOLUME ...
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