Hiring the theatre and facilities
Theatre/ Auditorium
Seating for 200, and two weelchairs
The auditorium seats 199 people and accommodates two wheelchair users at a time. Ground level facilities provide easy access for disabled people.
The stage is a classic proscenium arch: 25 foot/ 7.6 metres wide at the proscenium arch and 21 feet/ 6.4 metres deep from proscenium to back wall. Inside the proscenium the width extends to 40 feet/ 12.2 metres.
There are modern lighting and sound facilities, including a new FROG control desk and a new sound system.
The lighting consists of a mixture of spots and floods both front of house and on stage.
There are four speakers: 2 front of proscenium arch and two on the back wall.
There are standard backstage facilities for cast and crew.
Contact Jane Tudor on 01772 723236 or email: JTudor@preston.ac.uk
Rehearsal Room
Rehearsal facilities
The rehearsal room is approx 5 by 3 metres wide, with seating for 20 people.
Contact Jane Tudor on 01772 723236 or email: JTudor@preston.ac.uk
Bar Lounge
The bar lounge is available for hire for private functions, or as part of the hire of the theatre.
Contact Jane Tudor on 01772 723236 or email: JTudor@preston.ac.uk
Costumes
Costumes and props can be hired from the Playhouse.
For more information please contact Margi Shaw on 01772 497912 or 07753 662860
