I am working with a new community theatre, and were trying to get started with lighting on a very small budget.
I have some experience with lighting design, but have never started from the ground up with a new venue.
I am looking at the ETC Gadget II, and am confused about how it is used and what its for. Is it used in replacement of a full lighting board (i.e. it is a standalone control system)? Or is it in addition to the board?
if it is standalone system, do I just need a computer (with ETC nomad), several dimmer packs, and conventional lights to make the whole system work?
Thank you very much!
(Ill also take any advice you have on what equipment to look into)