TechnologySeptember 7, 2026

followspot

FOL-oh-spot

Definition

A high-intensity, steerable stage lighting instrument operated manually by a technician to track a performer moving across a stage.

Etymology

The term is a compound of the verb 'follow' and the noun 'spot,' referring to its functional purpose of casting a spotlight that follows a specific subject or performer.

In the news

The article mentions a specialized version of the Arolla Aqua LT designed specifically for followspot applications, allowing for remote operator control via an integrated digital camera.

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