Designing or renovating a performance space isn’t just about bricks, seats, and lighting fixtures — it’s about creating an environment where art and audience connect seamlessly. That’s where a theatre consultant comes in.

Our Role

A theatre consultant is a specialist who bridges the gap between artistic vision and technical reality. We work alongside architects, engineers, venue managers, and production teams to ensure that every element of your space — from the stage layout to the acoustics — is purpose-built for exceptional performances. Our job is to make sure the space not only looks beautiful but also functions flawlessly for the people who use it — performers, technicians, and audiences alike.

How We Help

We guide you through every stage of the process, offering expert advice and practical solutions: 

1. Planning & Feasibility

• Needs Assessment – Analyse your programming requirements, audience capacity, technical demands, and backstage needs.
• Functional Briefs – Develop comprehensive documents that translate artistic ambitions into measurable design parameters.
• Budget & Phasing Strategies – Align your vision with realistic budget frameworks, identifying priorities and potential staged upgrades.
• Future-Proofing – Ensure adaptability for evolving performance technologies and changing audience expectations.

2. Design Collaboration

We work closely with architects and design teams to integrate theatrical systems — stage rigging, lighting, sound, seating layouts, backstage facilities, and more — into the building’s overall plan.

3. Spatial Planning

• Optimise stage size, wing space, fly tower height, orchestra pit, seating rake, sightlines, and accessibility.
• Acoustic Considerations – Coordinate with acoustic engineers to ensure clarity, warmth, and balanced sound throughout the house.
• Backstage & Support Facilities – Design green rooms, dressing rooms, scene docks, workshops, storage, and technical corridors for maximum efficiency.
• Circulation & Audience Experience – Integrate foyers, bars, toilets, and front-of-house spaces for smooth audience flow and comfort.

4. Technical Specifications

We prepare detailed technical requirements so your venue is equipped for both current needs and future growth.

• Stage Engineering – Counterweight and motorised fly systems, stage lifts, trap systems, orchestra lifts, and stage machinery.
• Lighting Systems – Overhead grids, catwalks, followspot positions, control systems, and energy-efficient fixture selection.
• Audio & Video Systems – Sound reinforcement, recording facilities, video projection, and show relay systems.
• Stage Management & Communication – Cue lights, paging, intercom, show control networks.
• Specialist Infrastructure – Power distribution, data networks, rigging points, and load-bearing capacity planning.
• Equipment Selection & Procurement – From lighting rigs to audio systems, we help you choose the right tools for your budget and artistic ambitions.
• Construction Oversight – We review drawings, monitor installation, and coordinate with contractors to ensure the finished venue meets the agreed specifications.
• Commissioning & Training – Once your theatre is ready, we test and fine-tune every system and train your staff so you can operate smoothly from day one.

We combine deep industry knowledge with an understanding of the artistic process. We speak both architect and actor, ensuring your venue is technically advanced without losing its soul. Whether you’re building from scratch, restoring a historic gem, or upgrading existing facilities, we help you create a performance space that inspires. Your vision deserves more than a generic auditorium — it deserves a theatre designed for excellence.

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