[SML] portable staging

[gbierly at dejazzd.com]

> On Dec 6, 2017, at 8:33 AM, Don Taco via Stagecraft <stagecraft at theatrical.net> wrote:
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> This:  https://www.stagedrop.com/portable-staging/TPL816-TotalPackage-lightweight-portable-stage-kit-8x16?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI64murbrx1wIVCbvsCh2H3AgLEAAYAiAAEgI4vfD_BwE
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> is being considered by a local theater. Anyone love it or hate it? If this is the ballpark, is there another product we should prefer?

I have seen these in use, I have not personally owned or set them up or down other than to play with them a little at LDI.  On a couple of occasions I have seen the “legs” in the trash at gigs.  The legging system is similar to a portable folding chair which I see a LOT of in the trash.  They appear to be fantastic when set up.  The only worry I have with them is, will the crew treat them with kid gloves ALL the time?  Also is there any danger of carts being rolled into the legs once they are set up?  Again no direct experience, only my impressions.  They seem to be one of the more economical solutions.

Greg Bierly
Performing Arts Center Manager
Hempfield High School