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The McLauchlan Family Auditorium is our principal venue for larger events. It is capable of hosting up to 701* people over two levels (Stalls and deLuxe Dress Circle).
It is the largest purpose built theatre in the top of the South Island.
This space has a fully functional fly tower and counter weight flying system.
This will allow our very professional team of technicians to create a very special event for you.
Now available for bookings for Live Performance Events and Conferences.
Max proscenium opening |
13.60m |
Height of proscenium opening (trim height TBC) |
8.60m |
Width of stage wall to wall |
23m |
Depth from edge of apron to back wall |
13.50m |
Height from stage to fly floor |
8.10m |
Counterweight lines |
61 @ 180mm centres |
Batten Drift |
16.70m |
Line set capacity |
450kg UDL, Point load 250kg |
Power supply |
2x tap off boxes (1 at stage, 1 at dimmer room on fly floor) provided with power lock rated to 400amp. PDL 56 series 50amp outlets distributed throughout stage house and LX bridges |
*Note 701 is maximum capacity when the orchestra pit/thrust stage and control position is not in use.
Click here to download a copy of the Seating Plan
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