Horizon Solutions Presents
Resource Stage Conference 2025
Saturday June 21st, 2025
The Grand Theatre, London
#RSConference2025
12
Resource Stage Seminars with industry professionals
20+
Manufacturer Reps Showcasing Gear
15+
Prizes and Giveaways
3
Hands-On Tech Sandbox
Exhibits
Can one day change the way you use technology?
Join us for our RS25 Conference designed for anyone involved in church, school, community theatre, and community live event production.
Whether your focus is Audio, Lighting, Video or Set Design, there's something for you at RS25.
Learn from Industry Experts
Join us for a series of in-depth seminar sessions designed to elevate your skills and deepen your understanding of audio, lighting, video, and production technologies.
Led by industry professionals, these sessions offer practical knowledge, tips, and techniques. Practical information, based on real world experiences.
Audio Sessions
Proper Use of Stage Monitors
Optimizing Sound on Stage
Using monitors is easy right? Then why are they the #1 reason for feedback? Learn the best practices for proper use, placement and mix techniques for stage monitors.
Compressors & Gates
Shaping Your Sound
With great power comes great potential for disaster! Using compression and gates correctly takes practice. This session will walk you through techniques that will help you succeed.
Reverb & Other Effects
Adding Depth to Your Sound
Why use effects? Many clients spend thousands of dollars to remove reverberation in their spaces, while others add effects on every input. We will discuss how to properly use reverb and effects to add to your mix without making your mix sound like a horror show.
Proper Use of In-Ear Monitors
Clear Sound, Without the Feedback
Everyone thinks they want in-ear monitors but they're often not implemented properly and musicians become frustrated. This session will discuss setup and use of in-ears for success.
Lighting Sessions
Using Colour and Gobos
Creating Mood and Atmosphere
This session explores how to use colour and gobos in lighting design to create specific moods, effects, and atmospheres. Perfect for those of us looking to take our audience to a different place with lighting.
Lighting Control 101
The Basics of Lighting Control Systems
Lighting Control Systems are all different, yet all the same. This session will provide fundamental building blocks that will help you plan out and design your next show or event.
Achieving an Even Light on Stage
Perfecting Stage Lighting Placement
Learn the techniques for achieving consistent and even lighting across your stage. This session covers best practices for positioning lights and adjusting intensity to ensure every performer is well-lit.
Video Sessions
Direct View Video Wall vs. Projection
Choosing the Right Visual Solution
Everyone should have a video wall! Right? Or maybe not? Understand the differences between direct video LED walls and laser video projection systems so you can make an educated decision for your next purchase.
Video Signal Transport Explained
The Ins and Outs of Video Signal Delivery
Get to grips with the technical side of video signal transport. This session will cover the basics of signal flow, including analog vs. digital, and the best methods for transporting video over long distances.
Other Sessions
Introduction to AV Network Protocol
A Simple Guide to AV Networking
This beginner-friendly session will introduce you to AV network protocols like Dante, NDI, sACN, and AV over IP. Learn how these protocols work and how they’re revolutionizing audio and video networking in modern productions.
3D Printing for Production
Revolutionizing Set Design and Props
Explore how 3D printing is changing the world of production. Learn about its applications for creating set pieces, props, and other production elements, offering new levels of creativity and efficiency.
LED Pixels and Tape
Innovative Lighting with LEDs
Many of the biggest shows in the world are using LED pixels to create unique effects. But how is this done? We will discuss how this is done at one of Canada's premier theatres.
Seminar topics are subject to change.
Save the Date & Register Today!
June 21st, 2025 | 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
The Grand Theatre, London
Don’t miss out on this one-day event packed with learning, networking, and hands-on experiences. Whether you’re an attendee looking to sharpen your skills or an exhibitor ready to showcase your products, RS25 is the place to be!
Your ticket includes full-day access to the Trade Show, your choice of 12 seminar sessions, and lunch and snacks to keep you fuelled throughout the day.
Regular Tickets - $60
Ideal for volunteers, technicians, educators, and professionals from churches, schools, and community venues.
Student Tickets - $40
Perfect for students in technical or creative programs looking to expand their knowledge and connect with industry professionals.
Group Discount - 10%
Bring your whole team! Get 10% off when you register 5 or more attendees at once.
Register by May 12th to win!
Sign up before May 12 and you’ll be automatically entered into our Early Bird Prize Draw for a chance to win a pair of AKG K371 professional headphones — perfect for your next mix, edit, or creative session. Don’t wait — early registration comes with perks!
Trade Show Highlights
A curated collection of audio, lighting and video manufacturer partners showing new and popular technologies.
See updates to the technology you use today. Get your questions answered directly from manufacturer reps. Find your next upgrade on the trade show floor.
Here's a short list of who will be represented there!
Watch for more vendor announcements coming soon.
SANDBOx EXHIBITS
The Sandbox Exhibits are designed to give attendees a chance to do more than just watch — you’ll get to touch, test, see, and hear the gear yourself.
Spread across the venue these interactive spaces for Audio, Video, and Lighting, present a unique opportunity to explore professional equipment in a relaxed environment.
Audio Sandbox
Try out various mixing consoles and microphones firsthand. Tweak some EQ settings, craft a quick mix, and hear the difference between various microphones on the same live sources.
Lighting Sandbox
Compare colour intensity, try some fixture movement and cue programming in an interactive space where you can see different fixtures in action.
Video Sandbox
Get behind the controls of cameras, video switchers, and streaming equipment. Switch some sources, move some PTZ cameras, and get hands-on in this video production space.
20 Years of Resource Stage – Celebrate & Win!
We're marking 20-years of Resource Stage seminars and events with a special year-long prize draw — by attending the conference you're automatically entered for a chance to win a pair of Genelec 8020 DPM-2 Studio Monitors!
Along with all the exclusive giveaways and promotions happening during the conference, you’ll also be entered for a chance to win a grand prize at the end of the year. It’s our way of saying thanks for being part of the journey!
Venue Details
The Grand Theatre
471 Richmond St, London, ON N6A 3E4
Parking at Venue:
Parking for the Grand Theatre is available to the North of the building off of Dufferin Avenue. There is paid lot adjacent to the building with access to the side-entrance, and there is a multi-story paid parking garage across the street (North side of Dufferin Avenue).
Convenient Accommodation Options Nearby
If you're traveling from out of town to attend the Resource Stage Conference, we've made it easy for you to plan your stay. There are several excellent accommodation options located within walking distance of the venue, offering a range of styles and price points to suit your needs. Whether you’re looking for a full-service hotel experience, a modern boutique stay, or a convenient and comfortable place to rest, you'll find quality options just a few blocks away — so you can focus on the event without worrying about transportation or long commutes.
Delta by Marriott, London Armouries
325 Dundas Street, London, ON, N6B 1T9
A historic, full-service hotel located just five blocks from the venue. Enjoy modern amenities in a unique, castle-like setting.
Hotel Metro London Downtown
32 Covent Market Place, London, ON, N6A 1E2
A stylish boutique hotel located only two blocks from the venue. Perfect for those looking for a modern, comfortable stay in the heart of downtown London.
Sandman Hotel & Suites London
374 Dundas St, London, ON, N6B 1V7
Located just four blocks away, the Sandman Hotel offers convenient, affordable accommodations with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
