RIGZ!: A Two-Day LDI Rigging Intensive - Saturday & Sunday, December 5 & 6
Session details:
Calling all riggers: RIGZ! – LDI's two-day in-depth rigging intensive !
Programmed in conjunction with expert riggers Tracy Nunnally of Vertigo, Eric Rouse of Sapsis Rigging, and Derek Epstein of Encore, an in-depth intensive course for all riggers, facility managers, technical directors, designers, and all those interested in the ins and outs of rigging safety and practices. The two days include the following sessions featuring industry experts as well as a complimentary reception on Saturday evening with drinks and food.
Price: $869, lunch and evening reception included ($969 after 10/16)
RIGZ! Schedule*:
Saturday, December 5 (Day 1):
9:00am-9:15am: Welcome
9:15-10:00am: Keynote
10am-11:30am: Advanced Application of Load Cells in Entertainment Rigging: This session examines real-world applications of load cells in entertainment rigging, focusing on system selection, data interpretation, limitations, and risk management through practical case studies from live event and theatrical environments. Speakers: Derek Epstien, Bennett Brian, and David Bond
11:30am-12:00pm: ETCP rigging certification presentation with Christina Smith of ETCP.
12pm-1pm: Lunch
1pm-2:15pm: Cruise Ship Rigging: A panel discussion exploring unique challenges and best practices of ship-based rigging. Moderator: Eric Rouse, Sapsis Rigging
2:15-2:30pm: Short Break
2:30pm-3:30pm: Automation Building Blocks: An introduction to automation concepts, terminology, and practical ways to integrate automation into live events and theatrical productions. Moderator: Derek Epstein. Speakers include: Joe Champelli; Kody Green.
3:30pm-5:00pm: Floor Loading: There is a lot of misinformation about how floor loading works, including the understanding of pounds per square foot. Speakers: Ethan Gilson and Jeff Reder.
5:00pm-5:30: Wrap Up
6pm-8pm: Evening reception
Sunday, December 6 (Day 2):
8:30am-8:45am: Intro
8:45am-9:45am: Leadership In Rigging: Great rigging crews don’t happen by accident—they are built through culture. This session looks at how rigging leaders can create crews where communication is expected, questions are encouraged, people are empowered to speak up, and everyone takes ownership of safety. We’ll explore practical approaches to building trust, developing people, and creating the kind of crew culture where both people and projects succeed. With Tracy Nunally and Tyler DeLong
9:45-10am: short break
10:00am-12:00pm: Fall Arrest: Hands-on fall protection and rescue scenarios led by Sapsis Rigging, including a certificate of attendance upon completion. Led by Eric Rouse, Sapsis Rigging.
12:00pm-1:00pm: Lunch
1:00-1:45pm: Nicopress session
2:00pm-5pm: In-Depth Break-Out Sessions (Pick One)
- Rigging Math: Practical rigging calculations and field-expedient methods for solving common problems without software or mobile applications. Taught by Tyler DeLong and Kristi Ross-Clausen
2. Truss Deep Dive: An in-depth look at truss design, loading considerations, common configurations, and practical field applications. With Keith Bohn and Jeff Reder.
5:00pm-5:30pm: RIGZ! Wrap Up
*Schedule and speakers subject to change
9 ETCP renewal credits (for 2 days)
