From a handmade lighting console built in a Madison garage to cutting-edge fixtures illuminating some of the world’s most iconic stages, ETC’s product journey over the last 50 years is a story of passion, creativity, and constant reinvention. As we celebrate ETC’s 50th anniversary, we’re taking a...
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ETC is celebrating our 50th anniversary in a lot of ways, including a commemorative magazine!
For 50 years, ETC has been more than a manufacturer of lighting equipment—we’ve been a partner to the people who use our products.
We at ETC continue to celebrate our 50th year with fun, education, products, and some of our favorite people! CUE 2025 took place in Middleton, WI, on June 17-19, and nearly 400 attendees from various ends of the industry joined in the fun. If you were unable to attend, here’s a quick recap of the...
It’s ETC’s 50th anniversary year, and we’re inviting you to join us for the event of the summer! CUE 2025 includes something for everyone. Sales partners, end users, educators, students, and anyone else who touches ETC gear should check out the lineup for this three-day conference in June.
This month we continue our series of 50th anniversary blog posts with a look into the history of ETC SWAG. From the first pen that mocked ETC’s relaxed view on business in the 70s, to the current stock of 50th anniversary gear, ETC has been selling and giving out SWAG for decades.
This article appears in the2025 Spring issue of Protocol Magazine.
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For 50 years, ETC has developed professional lighting tools that are accessible to everyone. From small venues like schools, restaurants, and churches to large-scale environments such as theatres, casinos, and opera houses, our products have empowered artists, designers, and technicians...
Looking back over the past 50 years, ETC is proud to have made such an impact on the industries we serve. As we’ve grown, we’ve continued to be inspired by those who bring the arts to their communities. Whether you are lighting theatres, bridges, or aquariums… whether you’re working weekdays or...