Technical Specifications
Updated February 2020
Venue Coordinator
Travis Don P: 03 5224 2815 E: [email protected]
1 CURATORIAL STATEMENT Working across multiple creative platforms, we champion a new generation of thinkers, makers, risk-takers and agitators. We lead this through our program of events, exhibitions and performances, while providing a support framework including mentorship, collaboration, residency programs and workshops.
Through our broad creative program of established and emerging art forms; young people are given the opportunity to develop their own works and practice, or be a part of an inclusive, diverse creative community.
Platform Arts reserves the right to only accept bookings that address our curatorial statement.
STAFFING A member of the Platform staff must be present at all times when the hirer is in the venue and building. Due to the configuration and safety requirements of this unique building, the Venue Supervisor is to remain near the downstairs entrance (Gheringhap Street) to monitor entry and egress while the duty Technician will assist with the technical requirements of shows upstairs in the theatre.
Members of the Platform technical and front of house staff work under the conditions of the Live Performance Award 2010.
PERFORMANCE SPACE SPECIFICATIONS
STAGING TERMS PS: Prompt Side (Stage Left) OP: Opposite Prompt (Stage Right) US: Upstage CS: Centre Stage DS: Downstage FOH: Front Of House
2 STAGE DESCRIPTION The Theatre is a flat floor space on the First Floor of the former Geelong Law Courts with a 128 seat retractable seating bank. Additional seats can be added to a maximum of 140. Alternatively, the seating bank can be retracted allowing for up-to 200 pax ‘standing room only’.
The designated stage area is covered with black tarquette over original parquetry flooring. Due to heritage limitations no screwing into the floor or walls is permissible. The parquetry flooring continues, uncovered, under the seating bank. The tarquette can be removed from the stage area with the hirer bearing the cost of removal and return.
Stage point load limit 4kpa Stage rake No
STAGE DIMENSIONS Stage Depth US wall to FOH curtain - 4.5m US wall to Seating (extended) - 6.9m US wall to Seating (retracted) - 14m
Stage Width Wall to Wall - 10.45m Between static hung legs - 6m
Stage Height Stage to ceiling - 7.5m Stage to LX bars - 6m
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STAGING UNITS (BOARDS) These items are heavy and will require 2 Platform staff and a minimum of 1 hour to set-up. Although there is no cost for the use of the staging units, all costs associated with set-up and pack down will be borne by the hirer.
4 @ 1m x 2m x 400mm 8 @1m x 2m x 600mm to 900mm (adjustable) 2 units of tri-treads (suitable for 600mm stage height) 2 units of single treads Staging can be locked together and has velcro black skirting
4 PERFORMANCE SPACE
SEATING Retractable seating bank consists of 128 seats. 2 additional rows of 10 seats can be added depending on event and stage requirements.
THEATRE DRAPES The original heritage glass walls are still visible on the sides of the theatre. Side curtains using a hand pulley system can be opened to allow natural light into the space from both sides.
The Theatre is fully masked on US and side walls with black wool drapes.
US curtain can be opened with hand pulley system to expose a white wall for use as Cyclorama or projection screen.
STAGE DRAPES/MASKING FOH curtain is motorised with button controls located on OP side. This is not a silent running system. Four static hung legs (2 per side) with a width of 2m each allow for some wing space.
5 TALKBACK Master Unit Jands EziCom Base Station (2 channel) located in Control platform Total Belt Packs 5 Total headsets 5 Radio Units In-house Nil
Patching points are located at numerous locations within theatre, backstage, dressing rooms, foyer and box office (downstairs) areas.
ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM Dingli MVP080-E push-around vertical lift with outriggers. Outriggers must be used at all times.
Max. Platform height 8.0m Max. Working height 10.00m Max lift capacity 150kg
LOADING IN ACCESS The loading dock is accessed via a lane on the upper side of the building off Gheringhap Street. Trucks are able to reverse to goods lift, which is accessed via a dock leveller. A Platform staff member must be present while goods lift is in operation. No personnel are to ride in the goods lift.
DOCK LEVELLER 01 Width 1.2m Length 1.9m
GOODS LIFT Door Width 1.5m Door Height 2.1m Internal Width 1.7m Internal Height 2.7m Internal Length 3.2m Cubic metres 14.6m3
6 SCENE DOCK The scene dock also doubles as a tech storage space for Platform and may also contain both the baby grand piano & the EWP. Please notify the Venue Coordinator if you have large items to bump-in.
BACKSTAGE
DRESSING ROOMS Dressing rooms are on the stage level of the building and located OP of the stage. There is corridor access to PS entrance point.
Dressing Capaci Toilet Showe Details Room ty s r
Dressing Room 15 Mirrors, lighting, air con. 1
Dressing Room 8 Mirrors, lighting, air con. 2
Backstage accessible and gender neutral toilet and shower is shared. Additional toilets available nearby.
SHOW RELAY Both Dressing Rooms are equipped with relay screens (visual & audio) showing Performance space stage area.
THEATRE ACCESS The performance space does not have a stage door. Access to backstage for performers is via the foyer and foyer corridor to the BACKSTAGE door.
7 LIGHTING EQUIPMENT
BARS The performance space has a total of five lighting Bars. Three of these are static, and two can be lowered via a motorised winch. The winch controls are located on the OP wall of the stage. All lighting bars are at 6m height (when fully raised). Each lighting bar has 12 10A, 240v circuit outlets. Circuit numbering starts from PS on each bar. Outlets are spaced 390mm apart. Total length of each bar is 6m.
LX Bar #1 Distance from US wall 13.4m (located over seating bank) Circuit #’s 1 thru 12 Notes Lighting bar can be lowered using motorised winch. Winch control located on OP wall of stage.
LX Bar #2 Distance from US wall 8.5m (located over seating bank) Circuit #’s 13 thru 24 Notes Static hung bar.
LX Bar #3 Distance from US wall 5.2m (located over DS area) Circuit #’s 25 thru 36 Notes Lighting bar can be lowered using motorised winch. Winch control located on OP wall of stage.
LX Bar #4 Distance from US wall 3.4m (located over CS area) Circuit #’s 37 thru 48 Notes Static hung bar.
LX Bar #5 Distance from US wall (CYC) 1.9m Circuit #’s 49 thru 60
8 Notes Static hung bar.
CONTROL Lighting Desk ETC CONGO DMX Channels 2 DMX512 Ports (RDM Ready) Fader Channels 3027 Control Channels More Info http://www.etcconnect.com/Products/Consoles/Congo-Family/Congo/Tech-Specs.aspx
Secondary Lighting Desk Jands Event 408 DMX Channels 2 DMX512 Ports Fader Channels 1024 Control Channels More Info http://www.pro-solutions.com.ar/Archivos/Jands%20Event%20408-416%20User%20Manual.pdf
Dimmer Racks Total Dimmers 5 Dimmer Locations Dimmers located in Control Platform above and behind the seating bank in the Theatre. Access to Control Platform is via a door in the Theatre lobby, between the Theatre and Foyer area.
2.4Kw Dimmer Racks Redback 12 Ch. wallmount dimmer racks Total dimmers @ 2.4kw per dimmer 60 3 Phase Outlets 5 (all located with dimmer racks)
There are no dimmer patch points at stage level but a 4 cable loom can be run from control platform to DS PS if required.
HOUSE LIGHTS A set of 2 Floodlights are available as houselights during performances, they are currently rigged on LX 1 and overlook the seating bank and are controlled via the lighting desk for ease of use. Four banks of dimmable fluorescent lighting installed in ceiling of Theatre. Four levels of intensity available. These are operated from a panel to the right of the main audience entrance (east wall). These can only be used for a performance through information relay (talkback) to usher as the control panel is not accessible from Control Platform.
9 LANTERNS
Make Model Detail / Accessories Type Angle Watt Total
Selecon Pacific Profile 12° - 28° Gobo holders, Gel frames 1kw 6
Selecon Acclaim Profile 18° - 34° Gobo holders, Gel frames 600w 5
Selecon Compact Fresnel 7° - 50° Barndoors, Gel frames 1kw 12
Kupro Multipar Par See detail Narrow, Medium (installed) 575w 11 and Wide lenses available
Colorkey StagePar 64 Par LED 30w 12
Pro-Lite CYC Wash units of 3 500w 3 units
All lanterns have hook clamps and safety chains. H stands are available. Platform Arts carries only limited colour. Please allow enough time to ensure that correct colours are specified before the event.
CABLING
240v Extension Cable | Platform Arts has a reasonable stock of 120amp, 240v extension leads up to 20m
3 phase Extensions 1 x 20m 3 phase extension 1 x 30m 3 phase extension
10 AUDIO: CONTROL & AMPLIFICATION
Primary Mixer Allen & Heath Qu16 Digital Mixing Console 16 Mono Mic/Line Inputs (XLR+TRS) 3 Stereo Inputs (TRS) 12 Mix Outputs (XLR) 7 Monitor Mixes (4 mono + 3 stereo) 4 FX Engines (Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Flanger) 2 Dedicated FX Send/Returns 4 Mute Groups 4 DCA Groups AES Digital Out 17 Motorised Faders 800x480 Touchscreen Panel Store/Recall Scenes From Previous Show. More info: https://www.allen-heath.com/ahproducts/qu-16/
Secondary Mixers Soundcraft UI24r 24 Channel Digital Mixer/USB Multitrack Recorder More Info: https://www.soundcraft.com/en/products/ui24r#features Soundcraft EPM8 8 Channel Mic/Line Mixer More Info: https://www.soundcraft.com/en/products/epm8 Behringher Eurorack UB1202 Mic/Line Mixer More Info: https://media63.musictribe.com/media/PLM/data/docs/P0301/UB1202FX_UB1002FX_M_EN.pdf
Amplifiers Crown Xli 3500 Power Amplifier Power Per Channel: 8 Ohms:1000w/4 Ohms: 1350w Power Bridged: 8 Ohms: 2700w More Info: https://www.crownaudio.com/en/products/xli-3500
11 EQ/Compression/Limiter DBX DriveRack PA+ (Installed) More Info: ftp://ftp.dbxpro.com/pub/pdfs/Manuals/English/PADriveRackManual%2018-1790V-B.pdf
SPEAKERS FOH Speakers (installed at 5.5m) 2 x Turbosound TCX-15 Speakers
Subs (installed at floor level) 2 x JBL 18” Subwoofer MP418SP
Foldback/Additional FOH Speakers 5x Mackie Thump SRM450’s 2x JBL Powered speaker EON15 G2 1x Yamaha DXS15 MkII Drum Fill Subwoofer 2 x speaker stands (free standing) 2 x speaker stands (subwoofer mounted)
Playback From Control Platform: 3.5mm Into Mixing Console Through Stereo Channel 3 OP/PS SIde of Stage: 3.5mm Into 2 DI’s
MICROPHONES
Make Detail / Accessories Use Model Total
Shure SM58 Socks, Clips Vocal 6
Shure SM57 Socks, Clips Instrument 4
12 Shure Beta52a Clips Instrument 1
Shure PG58 Socks, Clips Vocal 6
Sennheiser e914 Socks, Clips Instrument 1
Sennheiser e904 Clips Instrument 3
TOA WT-5810 Wireless Head/Ear Worn Vocal 1 Mic
Shure PG58 UHF Handheld Radio Mic Vocal 1
Sennheiser EW100 G3 Handheld Radio Mic Vocal 1
JTS GM-5212 Lectern Vocal 1
ACCESSORIES
Item Detail / Accessories Model Total
Mic Stands K&M 20
DI Behringer 4
LINE PATCHING: All tie lines run to Control Platform
13 Quant Location ity Numbering Detail
LX Bar 3 2 R5 – R6 2 returns
LX Bar 4 6 M3 – M8 6 sends
OP Speaker 2 R19 – R20 2 returns
PS Speaker 2 R7 – R8 2 returns
OP Wall 12 M9 - M20 12 sends, 2 returns R9 - R10
OP US Wall 12 M21 - M32 12 sends, 2 returns R11 - R12
PS US Wall 12 M33 – M44 12 sends, 2 returns R13 – R14
PS Wall 12 M45 – M56 12 sends, 2 returns R15 – R16
CABLING
Audio Cable Platform Arts has an extensive stock of cable to suit our equipment. Please check with the venue if you have any special needs.
Multicore 1 x 16/4 30m Multicore
14 AUDIO VISUAL
Projection Control HDMI input to projector is available from the control room.
PROJECTORS
Type Detail / Accessories Model Total
Panasonic LCD PT-FX400EA Currently rigged in the centre of LX 1 1 Projector
SCREENS
Projection Screen US Wall of the Performance space is painted white to accommodate projection.
Additional Screens Da-Lite Insta Theatre projection screen Screen size: 80”
AV PLAYBACK EQUIPMENT
Item Detail / Accessories Model Total
THOMSON DVD Player BDP-G2603 Single DVD player 1
15 ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
PIANO Platform Arts owns a baby grand Yamaha piano that is available to hirers. The costs of moving and returning to storage are incorporated into the hirers’ set-up time. Costs for tuning will be borne by the hirer.
POWER There are a limited number of 15amp double power points at stage level.
FOLLOW-SPOT Is available upon request prior to an event; limited position.
GAFFER & ELECTRICAL TAPE Costs for the reasonable use of these supplies are included in your venue hire costs. Excessive use may incur additional costs to the hirer.
HAZE, SMOKE and FLAME If you require the use of any equipment producing smoke or flame, you must discuss your requirements with the Venue Coordinator p: 5224 2815. Due to conditions in our lease, the use of Haze, Smoke or Flame is strictly controlled and will attract an additional cost.
Any charges arising from false alarms, including the cost of Fire Brigade attendance, are the responsibility of the hirer.
WORKSHOP & TOOLS Platform Arts has a limited range of tools available for repairs, set-up and pack-down of sets.
16 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
PRE-PRODUCTION MEETING For bookings over 3 days or more it is requested that a pre-production meeting occur, in person or over the phone, two weeks prior to bump-in.
CONTROL POSITION The control platform is located at the western end of the auditorium (Gheringhap street end) and is accessible through a separate doorway off the Foyer corridor. The stair case is metal and narrow and there are potential noise issues when using the stairs while the performance is in progress.
The Control platform sits approximately 6 meters high and has some sight line interference from the LX bars.
COURTHOUSE CAFÉ This is a separate business tenant and does not form part of the Platform Arts facilities. Tea, coffee and catering can be directly ordered from the Courthouse Café. E:[email protected] P:5224 1588 / M:0433926829
BOX OFFICE Platform Arts has an online ticketing system linked through our website & social media pages. Platform Arts manages all ticketing relating to activities and events within the venue.
ENTRANCE & EGRESS The Gheringhap entrance and downstairs area is shared with the Courthouse Café. The Foyer is a Platform Arts controlled area. After 5pm, the Little Malop Street doors are exit only.
SECRETARIAT SERVICES Access to photocopier and stationary supplies can be provided at cost to the hirer.
17 AIR-CONDITIONING & HEATING o Platform Arts spaces are controlled by a central reverse-cycle system set at a constant 22 . Slight temperature variations may occur due to sun-light on windows, occupancy numbers etc
GREEN ROOM A Green Room is located on PS stage level. It is also used as a meeting room. The Green Room must be left clean or cleaning costs may be borne by the hirer.
RUBBISH All rubbish and extraneous items must be removed from the Performance space, backstage & dock areas by the hirer.
SMOKING & ALCOHOL Platform is strictly a smoke, drug and alcohol free venue.
INSURANCE As included in the Conditions of Hire, all hirers are to provide Platform Arts with a copy of their Public Liability Insurance policy to $20 million.
DISABLED ACCESS The Performance space is on the second level of the building. A lift is available from the entrance level to the foyer. The backstage area is flat, with standard doorways. Disability toilets are available on all levels.
SAFETY & SAFE WORK PRACTICES It is the responsibility of the Hirer to ensure a safe working environment for their staff, performers and volunteers AND the Platform staff. The hirer shall, at all times, abide by the directions of Platform Arts staff in matters of safety and/or damage (or potential damage) to venue or equipment. All electrical equipment entering the building must display current test and tag tags.
PARKING There is no parking available to hirers on site. There is ample street metered parking on both Gheringhap and Little Malop streets and a ticketed parking complex diagonally opposite Platform Arts building. Please note that this parking complex closes at 3am with free parking after 6pm and free parking on weekends. Truck parking MAY be available on site. The Venue Coordinator will advise.
18 REQUIRE OTHER SPACES? Our Rehearsal Space, Meeting Rooms, Gallery, Laneway Area, Foyer and Courtyard Spaces are also available to hire. Enquire directly with Platform Arts to find out more.
REHEARSAL SPACE Our Rehearsal Space is suitable for rehearsals, workshops, yoga classes and corporate events. It can also be used as an additional dressing room space or as a warm-up area for performances or a stand-alone performance space, with dance mirrors available. The space has a high ceiling and art deco features, with abundant natural light and parquetry flooring.
The Rehearsal Space is equipped with a data projector, wall-mounted speakers and air conditioner, with access to an accessible toilet and kitchenette.
Dimensions: 11m x 6.7m Seated Capacity: Up to 50 people depending on configuration Standing Capacity: Up to 80 people Ceiling-mounted data projector Wall-mounted speakers Whiteboard Climate control Wi-fi available
Limited audio & lighting facilities are available upon request, please discuss your technical and seating requirements with Platform Arts.
19 THE BOARD ROOM + THE LAB (MEETING ROOMS)
The Board Room and The Lab are great spaces for meetings, interviews, presentations, workshops and training. Both spaces are light filled, with high ceilings and art deco features. The Board Room is designed for formal meetings, whilst The Lab is designed for more intimate creative gatherings.
THE BOARD ROOM (MEETING ROOM) 16 person capacity Ceiling-mounted data projector Wall-mounted speakers Whiteboard Split system heating/cooling Wi-fi available.
THE LAB (MEETING ROOM) 6 person capacity Whiteboard Split system heating/cooling Wi-fi available.
VENUE INFORMATION Venue Address Cnr Gheringhap and Little Malop Streets, Geelong (60 Little Malop Street) Venue Postal Address PO Box 4014, Geelong VIC 3220
20 In welcoming you to our venue, we ask you to review and adhere to the following values:
1. LEADERSHIP We promote leadership through capable, connected and visionary arts workers. We recognise and nurture the talent and abilities of young people in the Geelong region, mentoring the next generation of arts leaders.
2. CREATIVE RISK & EXPERIMENTATION We provide a dynamic space for people to take artistic risks and challenge conventions. We support the development of bold and experimental work.
3. INCLUSIVITY & DIVERSITY Platform Arts is a space of respect, tolerance and inclusion. We provide an inclusive environment for people to feel supported and safe, both as individuals and through their creative output. We aim to seek the voices of everyone in our community, and strive to engage groups and individuals that might otherwise not have access to broad creative opportunities.
4. COMMUNITY We seek to always expand our community and develop our cultural city by connecting people, providing opportunities and looking for new collaborations. We establish and nourish a strong collective of creative voices that inform our programs.
5. ADVOCACY We empower young people at Platform Arts to participate in our programs and develop their own practice and work. We champion these people out in the wider community.
6. PROFESSIONALISM & ACCOUNTABILITY We implement good governance to ensure our ongoing viability. Recognition of core ethical responsibilities, including loyalty, transparency, diligence, punctuality and impartiality.
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