For theatrical performances we have the capability of using a single purchase rigging system that allows us to run up to 16 individual linesets on standard counterweight arbors within a maximum depth of 30'. The headblocks and loftblocks are pre-rigged prior to each load-in to the locations desired by the touring company. Therefore, it is imperative that a line plot be provided as soon as possible prior to the tours arrival. All linesets must be on 1' centers and no lineset can accept over 750 lbs. of weight. Our stage battens are 60' long, and clear to 54' above the 4' SICO stage. The rail for this system is located stage right on ground level and all loading must be done at this position.

Motorized non-moving trusses can be used to supplement the linesets in order to expand the number of hanging pieces or to allow for static scenic elements or lighting trusses with a weight over 750 lbs. However, space must be left in the hang plot to accommodate the room required by these trusses. We also have the possibility of deadhanging legs or other non-moving lightweight pieces in order to reserve the linesets for moving elements.

Front of house lighting can be positioned on 14" triangle truss, of varying length, depending on the individual tour requirements. The mix position for sound and lights is at ground level on the house right floor of the northwest vomitory. A carpeted orchestra pit can be located in front of the stage, surrounded with 3' tall pipe and drape, with a maximum depth of 10' from the proscenium opening.

We have in-house black curtains that can be provided and pre-hung as a main guillotine curtain, legs and borders. An upstage full-stage black and side masking for the arena are hung for every show using our grid system.

The proscenium opening is created by stage blacks hung from the grid to create an opening 40' W x 28' H. The height can be lowered if so required, however, the first lineset must then be dedicated to an adjustment drop or the house grand drape. If the house grand drape is used, the maximum height of the proscenium opening is lowered to 26'.

The location of the support grid for this system is stationary and located in the northern half of the arena. The seating capacity for this configuration is 2372.

This grid is for use as a counterweight system only, and under no circumstances can it be used to bear any standard rigging weight.


photo examples of grid set-up

 

 

 

 

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