Access
Performers, orchestra and crew must arrive and depart via the stage door only, unless prior arrangement has been made. When there are under 16s in the building, there must be a signing-in sheet at the stage door and we advise a responsible member of your company to be present.
Performers must not wear costume and make-up in the public areas unless it is part of the show.
Consumables
Smoking and the drinking of alcohol is strictly prohibited in the backstage area, on stage and auditorium.
Hot food (including takeaways such as burgers and chips) are not allowed in the backstage area or auditorium.
Chewing Gum is not allowed on the premesis.
No food or drink of any kind is to be taken on to the stage area. If you have dancers or people with health issues that require liquid, water in a sealed container is allowed. If you feel that you need to have sugar/sugary foods at the side of the stage, please consult with the Stage Manager of your company.
Mobile Phones
Mobile phones must be switched OFF half an hour prior to the show or rehearsal, or when required by the theatre staff. Mobile phones affect the sound equipment and even if they are switched on and not in use they can cause interference which can damage the equipment.
Stage
For stage marking please ONLY use PVC/LX tape. Gaffa can be used for running cables.
No naked flames are permitted on stage without prior consultation with the theatre.
Do not (and please ensure that children do not) touch any equipment, or plugs and sockets, unless asked to by the theatre staff. Items are switched on or off for a reason. If you think that something is irregular, please notify the theatre staff.
No unauthorised persons are allowed in the control room, kiosk, box office, or behind the bar unless prior arrangement has been made.
Fire Exits
No entrances, exits, fire exits or gangways either on stage, backstage or in the auditorium, can be blocked by any items including bags, costumes, props or scenery.
Costume changes should not be made in the corridors because they cause an obstruction. Under no circumstances can costume changes be made in a fire exit. Please remember all exits and corridors are monitored by CCTV cameras and recorded onto video tapes. Still pictures can be taken and printed onto paper.
Auditorium
Once the performance is in progress, do not use the pass door at the side of the stage into the auditorium unless it is part of the show.
Please do not sit on the arms or put feet on any part of the seating in the auditorium.
Please ensure the auditorium is cleared of people, rubbish and all other items half an hour before the performance or when required by the theatre staff.
Please do not stick, tape or glue equipment/posters etc. to any part of the auditorium/foyer i.e carpets, walls, ceiling etc. unless authorised by persons involoved with the Theatre.
Damage, Loss and Breakages
All equipment in the building is the property of the theatre. Any breakages will be charged to your company. If a call-out has to be made because your company have deliberately blocked the toilets, you will also be charged.
Remember any items brought into the Theatre are your responsibility.
Video Recording
Unauthorised use of video recording is prohibited. If you are having your show recorded, you must provide the theatre with the licence and paperwork required for authorisation from the rights holders. The following rules apply when you are having your performance filmed:
- The theatre requires 7 days notice and will need to know the name of the recording company and their requirements, otherwise the management will not allow the recording company into the theatre.
- Video crews are required to arrive and complete their setup AT LEAST one hour prior to the performance. They must allow extra time for sound checks etc.
- Please ensure all gangways are kept clear of equipment, cables, tripods etc. Unmanned tripods are not permitted in any aisle or gangway.
- If you are having sound recorded using the theatre's sound system, this must also be arranged with the theatre prior to the show. The sound system can provide show relay from the mixing desk as balanced or unbalanced mic or line level.
- Running of cables across the floor or under the carpet is prohibited, there are hooks on picture rails and in the ceiling for running cables across the auditorium.
- There is a space at the rear of the auditorium normally reserved for wheelchairs. This may be used for camera positions, but a 4' gangway must be kept clear at all times. Please check with the theatre and whoever is selling your tickets to ensure the space is available. If the space is occupied by wheelchairs you will be unable to use it for a camera position.