The Studio
The Studio is a "black box" performance space in which the configurations of performance area vary. Seating uses freestanding rostra.
The Studio is available for hire as a performance or conference space, or during the day as a rehearsal space
(subject to availability).
Detailed information
Dimensions
- total performing and seating area 8.34m x 14.02m
- small wing 6.1m x 4.6m
- height to ceiling 5.4m
Capacity
- determined by the performing and seating configuration
- maximum varies from 80-100
Lighting and Sound control
There is a mobile control perch that can be positioned in different places around the Studio to suit each production. DMX and loudspeaker tie lines are provided in 6 panels.
Lighting
- ETC Element Control Console
- 48 channels x 3kW – all dimmable
- 56 x 15A outlets terminated in a patch panel allowing flexibility in channel-to-dimmer allocation
- basic luminaire rig which is included in the hire, access to which is by Genie scissors lift
- house lights are provided by separately dimmable 8 x 300W Par 56 luminaires that can be positioned to suit different seating layouts
Sound
- Allen & Heath 12-4-2 mixer
- amplifier rack – 4 x stereo 150W (built into mobile perch)
- flight-cased rack containing
- cassette deck
- CD player
- 2 x minidisc recorders
- 4 main loudspeakers – individually channel-assignable
- additional loudspeakers can be provided
- various microphones
Stage Management
- prompt desk with communication to
- dressing room
- Lighting and Sound control perch
- FOH
Other facilities
- one dressing room with shower and toilet
- piano available for hire