Philips Lighting (Euronext Amsterdam: LIGHT), a global leader in lighting,
announces Peterborough’s Key Theatre has replaced its existing tungsten Fresnels
with 36 energy-efficient Philips Selecon RAMA LED Fresnel luminaires to save on
power and breathe new life into the popular venue’s lighting system.

The new fixtures were supplied and fitted by entertainment technical specialist
Stage Electrics, with whom the Key Theatre has a long standing relationship. Stage
Electrics’ technical sales consultant Andy Elsegood recommended the RAMA LED
Fresnels as a crisp, white LED solution for the theatre’s range of stage lighting
requirements.

“We specifically wanted LED Fresnels with a clear white light,” explains the Key
Theatre’s technical manager Gary Linley. “The Philips Selecon RAMA LED Fresnel
seemed to be the only luminaire on the market specifically designed for that
purpose.”

The majority of the RAMA LED Fresnel fixtures are positioned directly above the
stage in the Key Theatre auditorium, facing out towards the catwalk, which follows
the shape of the thrust stage. From here the luminaires deliver a perfectly even
cover with their seven to 60° beam angle and soft edge, blending easily with
adjacent beams.

Linley goes on to comment that saving on power was a factor in choosing LED
technology: “It was a green decision as well as a financial one,” he explains. In
addition to keeping costs down by consuming just 120watts of power each, the
RAMA LED Fresnel’s heat output is minimized, keeping performers and audiences
cool.

The new luminaires have already been used on a variety of performances, from
music events, comedies, dramas and musicals.

“The RAMA LED Fresnel luminaires are performing very well and are easy to focus. I
would recommend them to any theatre considering replacing their conventional
Fresnels,” says Linley.

Situated in the centre of Peterborough, the Key Theatre brings art, culture and
entertainment to the heart of the city and sees a broad calendar of events including
workshops, live music and dance performances.