Main Space

The Main Space is made up of the Staging Floor (1^st floor), Lower Balcony (2^nd floor), and Upper Balcony (3^rd floor). The space is suited to large-scale events including events to be held in-the-round. The balconies extend around all 4 sides. Windows provide natural light while drawn curtains deliver a black-out. Triple glazing effectively eliminates break-in and break-out of sound. There is a height of approximately 9M to the grid, with some additional rigging points at higher level for aerial work and truss suspension. There is a large theatrical lighting installation and large general purpose sound installation fitted in this space.

Chinese Dragon Dance with people watching from the 1st level balcony

Adaptable seating for approximately 300 (including rostra for raking) is available on the Staging Floor. When both the Staging Floor and the Balconies are in use the Main Space will accommodate approximately 550 people.

The Staging Floor

The staging floor is semi sprung floor with underfloor heating. The seating and rostra may be arranged in a variety of configurations for performances, conferences, and events. Gym mats are also available. The seating and rostra may be stored away under the balcony, allowing a large floor area for activities. Tables and chairs may also be accommodated to create a club or dining ambiance.

Technical details

This space is equipped with an extensive fixed pipe internally wired grid consisting of 10 internally wired bars, each carrying 12 * 3KW dimmed circuits on 15A outlets (120 Dimmed circuits at grid level). Each grid level bar also has 2 hard power outlets on 16A , and a DMX point. In addition the upper balcony (~6.5M above the floor) has a similar bar stood off the front on all sides, providing another 48 dimmed circuits, with a total of 8 further hard power points. Finally there are 6 way sockapex points in each corner below the lower balcony providing for any required stage level dimmed power.

For exhibition and similar use, there is extensive 13A provision, and for heavy production power, there is a stage level tie point providing for up to 200A TP on powerlock, in addition to the 32A TP points provided in each corner of the space at stage and first balcony level. With the blackouts removed, this space has excellent natural light. Smoke detection can be isolated in this space if required. At present the get is is up a flight of stairs, or (for truss and the like) ia the front dome doors and over the dome balcony.