Workshops and Lectures

Based on more than 25 years of college teaching, and hundreds of other presentations, I offer single and multi-day workshops on networking, audio, audio networking, and show control, or many other topics, depending on interest. I also lecture and do presentations on a variety of topics. Use the contact link for for more information or to tailor a workshop for your organization!

Introduction to Show Networking Hands-On Workshops

The workshop I’ve taught the most is Introduction to Show Networking, based on my book of the same name. It’s available in two variants: hybrid with remote learning in advance of a one-day hands-on workshop, or a two day totally in person workshop with lectures. This class counts for ETCP-recognized training.

Workshop Versions

I teach the same material in two workshop versions. The One Day In-Person Workshop with Self-Learning Pre-Work requires preparation in advance of a full day of hands-on, in person labs. The Two Day In-Person Workshop covers the same material with in-person lectures and has no pre-work requirement. 

Workshop Description

This introductory hands-on workshop, based on John Huntington’s book Introduction to Show Networking, explores the basics of networks and how they work in show systems such as lighting, sound, video, and even stage machinery. Basic networking concepts, IP addresses and assignment methods, subnet masks, general network operations and physical topologies will be introduced through readings and lectures (in person or online depending on the class version), and then explored through hands-on labs done on participants’ PC or macOS laptops. Network device control will be explored, and other topics like VLANs, simple routing and broadcast storms will be demonstrated in group exercises.

Click here for details on both workshops, here for hosting needs, and contact me if you have any questions!