Queensland Performing Arts Centre

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1 Queensland Performing Arts Centre CREMORNE THEATRE Technical Specifications Updated 03/12/08 Technical Manager: Chris Philippi Phone number: Fax number: address: chris.philippi@qpac.com.au Venue: Phone number: Fax number: Website: Generated from the APACA Technical Specifications Template. For more details visit

2 STAGE Brief Stage Description: The Cremorne Theatre is a black box fixed grid venue offering the option of six configurations: proscenium, theatre-in-the-round, concert, cabaret, cinema or flat floor modes. The standard stage set up for the Cremorne Theatre is an 800mm high x 8m deep wall to wall rostra stage. The rostra are 2.0m x 1.0m modules with a weathertex top. Stage distributed load limit Stage point load limit Stage rake Unknown Unknown No Stage Dimensions: Proscenium Width Height No Proscenium No Proscenium Setting Line Due to the flexible nature of this space, there is no venue determined setting line. Venue Dimension Open Space Floor Dimensions Floor surface 14.8m wide x 19.0m deep Masonite Dimensions between Balcony leading edges 13m deep x 10.3m wide Modular stage to Grid handrail 6.7m Modular stage to roof beams 8.2m Rear stage Assembly area 8.8m x 2.8m Load-in Door dimensions (drawbridge up) 5.6m high x 2.1m wide Load-in Door dimensions (drawbridge down) 3.0m high x 2.6m wide Overhead obstructions Modular stage to underside of Side Balconies 1.9m Modular stage to underside of Rear Balcony 2.2m Modular stage to underside of Grid floor 5.6m Auditorium: The Auditorium consists of Stalls and one Balcony. The seating arrangements can be configured to suit your production Maximum capacity Theatre style 320 Maximum capacity Cocktail style 220 Maximum capacity Banquet style 200 Page 2 of 10

3 Orchestra Lift / Pit: Orchestra Pit There is no Orchestra Lift / Pit Flying Facilities: Fly System There is no Fly System Access Equipment: Elevated Work Platforms QPAC has a selection of EWP s common to all venues, please contact the Events Manager to discuss your requirements. EWP Restrictions As per current Queensland legislation Ladders QPAC has a selection of ladder s common to all venues, please contact the Events Manager to discuss your requirements. Staging Units: A large selection of rostra units additional to the standard set up are available for hire on request to the Manager Staging Stage Covers: Style Dimensions Colour Tarkett To cover standard stage set up Black Stage Traps: Please direct all enquiries regarding stage traps to the Manager Staging Safety Curtain: Safety Curtain installed No Loading Dock: Access QPAC s Scenery Dock is common to all venues and is capable of accepting two (2) articulated vehicles at one time. Both vehicles, once docked, may be end-accessed, only one vehicle may be side accessed. An overhead crane (1000kg WLL) and a forklift are available. Loading Dock Height Door Dimensions 1270mm 5.0m high x 6.5m wide Additional Rigging Notes Please direct all enquiries regarding rigging, including the availability of rigging equipment to the Manager Staging Page 3 of 10

4 Staging Notes: Additional stage furnishings available on request to the Manager Staging LIGHTING Control: Lighting desk Control Channels Signal distribution Grand MA Lite with remote focus unit Base system 4 universes DMX DMX and Cat 5 distributed throughout venue Dimmer Racks: Total Dimmers 192 Dimmer Locations Dimmer room on grid level 2.4Kw Dimmer Racks Bytecraft 483 Total 2.4kw per dimmer 180 5Kw Dimmer Racks Bytecraft 483 Total 5kw per dimmer 12 House Lights: Independent control Control positions Fade time adjustable Switchable - can be controlled independently or through the lighting console Independent control panels located in control room and upstage OP wall at floor level. Yes Stage Luminare (Rigged as required): Profiles Make Model Angle Detail / Accessories Watt Total ETC Source 4 10 deg ETC Source 4 19 deg ETC Source 4 26 deg ETC Source 4 36 deg ETC Source 4 50 deg Fresnel s Make Model Detail / Accessories Watt Total Selecon Acclaim Barndoors Selecon 1200 Barndoors Selecon Arena Barndoors PC Make Model Detail / Accessories Watt Total Selecon 1200 Barndoors Page 4 of 10

5 Par Cans Make Model Angle Detail / Accessories Watt Total ETC Source 4 Complete lens kits available Wash Make Model Detail / Accessories Watt Total Iris Pallas Strand Nocturne Worklight Additional Lighting: Additional lighting accessories and equipment are available for hire on request to the Manager Lighting. Patching: All outlets are wired direct to dimmers. Power: 3 Phase Outlets 5 x 40 amp 3 phase outlets in plant room at grid level 3 x 40 amp 3 phase outlets USPS at stage level Cabling: 240v Extension Cable The venue has a good stock of 240v cable to accommodate the needs of most productions. 3 phase and multi circuit cabling available for hire on request to the Manager Lighting. Lighting Notes: Information regarding lighting positions including angles and distances can be obtained on request to the Manager Lighting. AUDIO Control Positions: Control Room At grid level behind glass panels. Auditorium Temporary control position can be set up anywhere required, depending on configuration of room. Control & Amplification: Primary Mixer Midas Venice /4st channel Routing and EQ 1 x BSS Soundweb 9088ii 2 x Klark Technic DN360 Compression 1 x dbx 1066 Page 5 of 10

6 Speakers: L & R Speakers 4 x Meyer UPA1P Sub Woofers 2 x Meyer USW1P Effects Speakers 4 x Meyer UPM1P Foldback 4 x Meyer UPA2P Playback: Item Make Model Detail Total CD Player Denon C635 1 MD Recorder Denon DNM1050R 2 Microphones: Type Detail / Accessories Use Total Dynamic c/w stands and cable 8 Additional microphones and accessories are available for hire on request to the Manager Audio/Visual. Line Patching: Flexible patching system available. Cabling: Audio Cable Adequate cable available for venue requirements. Multicore House patch adequate for venue requirements. Extra multicore available for hire on request to the Manager Audio/Visual Projection: A large selection of projectors, screens, playback equipment and accessories available for hire on request to the Manager Audio/Visual. BACKSTAGE Communications: Stage Managers Desk Stage manager desk is located in the Control Room and is fitted with a light, clock and phone. This desk can only be moved within the control room, however a temporary Stage Mangers Desk can be set up at any position within the venue. Page 6 of 10

7 Talkback Master Unit Total sub stations Clearcom 2 Loop Talkback System Talkback patching located throughout venue 6 c/w Headsets more available if required Paging / Show relay Paging to the dressing rooms and green room is available from the stage managers desk. Show relay is distributed to dressing rooms and control rooms. Stage Monitor Stage View, Low Light Stage View video monitoring available. Q Light System Leon Audio 12 Channel Cue Light System available. Dressing Rooms: Dressing Room allocation is available on request to the Event Manager. Band Room: Band Room with change facilities, toilets and instrument storage is located under the Rear Stage. Laundry / Wardrobe: Wardrobe facilities are available on request to the Manager Staging. Production Facilities: Production Desk A production desk can be set up in the centre of the stalls, configured to suit the requirements of your production. Facilities available include dimmable lighting, talkback, and lighting data inserts. Phone and internet access can also be made available on request to the Event Manager. Production Office Company and Stage Management offices with phone, fax and internet access are available on request to the Event Manager. Greenroom: QPAC s Green Room is a common area to all venues with café and bar, providing a secure environment for artists, staff and guests to relax before and after performances. In addition, the following facilities are available near the Cremorne dressing rooms. Tea / Coffee facilities Fridge / freezer Microwave Page 7 of 10

8 Stage Door: Access Access to Stage Door is located via the tunnel off Grey St, opposite the South Brisbane train station. Stage Door Security is provided. A complete listing of all persons requiring back stage access is to be forwarded to the Events Manager at least ten working days prior to an event entering the Centre, for the preparation of security passes. Security passes must be prominently worn at all times in order to gain access to the Centre. ADDITIONAL FACILITIES & INFORMATION Orchestra: A selection of pianos including a Steinway D Concert Grand, Kawai Grand pianos of varying sizes and a Hubbard and Broekman Harpsichord are available on request. All pianos and Harpsichord are tuned to concert pitch A440. All instruments are tuned by QPAC approved tuners to client requirements. A selection of music stands, orchestra chairs, conductor stands and podiums are available on request. All requirements for musical instruments and orchestra equipment are to be directed to the Events Manager. Electrical Testing And Tagging: Under State legislation all portable electrical equipment, used or brought into the Centre by hirers, is required to be tested and tagged at least every six months. For further information please contact the Manager Lighting. Safety In The Workplace: The trust vigorously upholds legislation in regard to safety in the workplace and will not allow any practices, which are considered unsafe. For further information please contact the Events Manager. Pyrotechnics, Firearms And Naked Flame: Subject to testing and approval by relevant authorities, pyrotechnics, firearms and naked flame may be used in productions. It should be noted that the use of any pyrotechnics in Queensland is covered by new legislation that requires a licensed (in Queensland) Pyrotechnics Operator. For further information please contact the Events Manager. Page 8 of 10

9 VENUE: Venue Contacts: Venue Address Cnr Grey and Melbourne Streets, South Bank 4101 Venue Postal Address PO Box 3567, South Bank 4101 Staff Contacts: Manager Lighting Address Phone Number Manager Staging Address Doug Brimblecombe Doug.Brimblecombe@qpac.com.au Tony Maher Tony.Maher@qpac.com.au Phone Number Manager Audio Address John Kelly John.Kelly@qpac.com.au Phone Number Venue Hire Manager Carole Brunner Phone Number Address Carole.Brunner@qpac.com.au QTIX Manager Robyn Gander Phone Number Address Robyn.Gander@qtix.com.au Stage Door Phone Number Venue Plans: Venue Floor Plan Available Hard copy can be mailed, or a DWG or PDF file ed on request. PDF is also available for download from the QPAC website. (Cremorne Floor Plan) Venue Grid Plan Available Hard copy can be mailed, or a DWG or PDF file ed on request. PDF is also available for download from the QPAC website. (Cremorne Grid Plan) Venue Section Available Hard copy can be mailed, or a DWG or PDF file ed on request. PDF is also available for download from the QPAC website. (Cremorne Section) Page 9 of 10

10 Venue Information: Ideally situated on the banks of the Brisbane River at South Bank, alongside 17 hectares of river walks, manicured parks, rainforest settings, restaurants and craft markets, QPAC is a five minute walk from the Brisbane city heart. The Cremorne Theatre is the Centre's most adaptable venue offering presenters the luxury of creating a space to suit their production. This intimate and versatile venue is ideal for creative productions, experimental theatre, product launches and lectures. QPAC boasts state-of-the-art production facilities, and a 'total event' management team including backstage and technical crews, front-of-house and hospitality staff. Spacious foyers and corporate entertainment areas complement this world-class performance space. Page 10 of 10