1917
Lasers were theorised by Einstein.
1960
Ruby rod was used to create a laser
1967
First display laser use in a live music produciton (Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention used a helium-neon laser in LA).
Late 60’s / early 70’s
The Who were prolific users of lasers in their show, also Led Zeplin and a few others to a lesser extent
1982
Laser Creations was formed, purchased The Who kit as they decided to stop touring. Personel moved over and then onto later new laser companies as they formed.
Important people
Ivan Dryer is considered the father of commercial laser events