Merlin Theatre
General Information

Access: Level access to stage, entrance SR. Scene dock 1.6m wide, 4m high

Two dressing rooms, both with toilet and shower. Disabled access via scene dock. Dressing Room 2 has kitchenette. Both dressing rooms are no smoking during performances.

Stage
Sprung dance floor. Black vinyl finish.
Depth of stage (from setting line to rear tabs) 6.3m
Depth of stage (from setting line to cyc) 7.9m
Depth of stage (from front row to cyc) 10.7m
Width of stage 9.7m US, 19m DS
Width of pros opening 9m
Width between legs 6.6m US, 8.6m DS
Grid height 5.5m

Auditorium
Seating capacity 241
Removable seats 26
Wheelchair capacity 13 (A1-15, E1-2, K1-4, K25- 29)
Depth of auditorium 9.6m
Width of auditorium (60 degree fan) 20.4m max, 9m min
Height from stage to back row (20 degree rake) 3.1m
Hearing induction loop throughout auditorium
NB: Please note that there is no pass door or internal route from backstage to FOH. The Merlin Theatre stage is a non-smoking area, unless authorisation is given. Phone, fax, and minicom are available upon request.

Available for hire
1 x DTS Fog 2001 1800W smoke machine
1 x Jem ZR33 HiMass smoke machine
£15 per day
2-way Le Maitre pyro system (2 x standard pod, 1 x angle pod) £15 per day
Le Maitre double flash wand £5 per day
Pyrotechnics available, phone for details
1 x Skytec bubble machine £10 per day
NB: If you wish to use pyrotechnics, naked flames, cigarettes etc. we need at least three weeks written notice so we can obtain permission from the local Fire Brigade.

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