Venue Hire
Main Auditorium
Our main performance space features 187 fixed seats plus
two wheelchair spaces, all directly facing the proscenium arch.
Access to the auditorium is step-free from street level, and the
stage can be reached via a small number of steps from either
the auditorium or backstage.
Stage Dimensions
- Width (proscenium arch): 7.3m / 24 ft
- Depth (cyclorama to curtain line): 5.6m / 18.5 ft
- Maximum scenery height: 3.6m / 12 ft
Lighting
- Chroma-Q Vista 3 desk
- 18 × 3000K tungsten-equivalent LED fresnels
- 10 × tuneable white LED fresnels
- 5 × LED cyclorama floodlights
- Various incandescent fresnel and profile fixtures
- Permanently installed moving head fixtures (wash and profile)
Note: Hirers using their own lighting desk or computer must ensure it
can output two universes of E1.31 (Streaming ACN) over Ethernet.
Sound
- 36 tie lines between stage and control room
- Analogue sound desk
- Playback for CD, MiniDisc, and cassette
- Inputs for laptops, tablets, and other playback devices
- Spoken voice amplification is generally not required due to the
auditorium’s acoustics - If microphones are needed, they must be provided by the hirer
Studio
Our studio matches the working dimensions of the main stage and is
designed for rehearsals, smaller performances, or flexible events that need open space.
There is no fixed seating, but chairs are provided and can be arranged
as required. The studio has hosted everything from community theatre to
yoga and Pilates classes.
Access is via two flights of stairs, with a
stairlift available.
Dimensions
- Width: 7.3m / 24 ft
- Depth: 5.6m / 18.5 ft
Lighting
- Modest rig of LED pars
- Two tungsten fresnel lanterns
Sound
- Playback from hirer’s own equipment (including Bluetooth)
- Audio and speaker tie-lines available for custom setups
Additional Facilities
- Licensed bar offering soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and
non-alcoholic options — available on request for hires. - Interval ice cream sales can be arranged in the foyer.
Contact Us
For enquiries or to book the theatre, please contact us