Step On Up and Join Twisted Whisker Entertainment for our 3rd Online Couse!
IF you want to learn the secrets behind getting award winning lighting like a theater pro, grab yourself a seat!
Lighting Webinar 103: Practicals
Class 3: Practical Fixtures
Date: Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM EST
Platform: Interactive Live Webinar (Google Meet)
Investment: $60
The Art of the "Justified Glow."
In a world-class haunt, lighting shouldn't just exist—it should tell a story. If your audience sees a lantern, a desk lamp, or a flickering candle, that light needs to feel "real" to the environment. We call these Practicals, and they are the secret to keeping your patrons immersed in the nightmare.
In this Masterclass, We move away from the "high-tech" DMX board and gets into the textures, colors, and secrets of scenic lighting.
What We’re Covering:
The "Justified" Philosophy: How to place lights so they make sense in your scene while still providing the "pop" you need for a scare.
Standalone FX: How to program realistic flickers, embers, and fire effects directly into 12V fixtures without needing a complex DMX controller.
12v Conversion Therapy: We will show you how to convert 110v fixtures like sconces, lamps, rubber chickens, etc. to 12v fixtures, and what 12v filaments we love for different use cases.
The "Hidden Booster": Learn how to use Black Wrap, snoots, and hidden 12V sources to "boost" the light from a dim lantern so the audience sees exactly what you want them to see.
Wiring for the Long Haul: Best practices for 12V connectors and power distribution for scenic fixtures that need to run 8 hours a night, every night.
What’s Included:
Live Scenic Demo: Watch the transformation from "Store Bought" to "Story Driven" in real-time.
The TWE "Atmosphere" Sheet: A curated list of Twisted Whisker’s favorite gels, paints, and flicker-controllers.
Lifetime Replay Access: Access the full recording and resource files anytime you’re back at your scenic bench.
Link to Class Registration:
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A note from your instructor, Mitchell Fink :
I am a Professional Theater Electrician and Haunt Designer. I’ve spent years on the stage and in haunted houses creating compelling environments that feel real. The route to real feeling environments is to make intentional artistic choices that allow your patrons to leave there reality, and we believe that starts with Lamps! ( a comment that makes sense from a company that sells lights)
P.s. IF you love practical fixtures in your haunt, or would like to learn how to animate your lighting across the entire space, grab the class bundle for a discount!
Disclaimer: This course is for educational purposes and covers theatrical stagecraft techniques for temporary installations. All electrical work should be performed in accordance with local fire and electrical codes. Twisted Whisker Entertainment LLC is not responsible for equipment damage or injury resulting from the use of these techniques. Always consult a licensed electrician for permanent installations.