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Mom's the Word RemixedFriday, April 16th, 2010
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Capitol Theatre - Facilities
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The Auditorium (house) The house is 426 seats divided into three sections, left, centre, and right. Sixteen are wheelchair accessible. The stage capacity is 62 people. The Stage The stage consists of a semicircular apron 12 feet (3.5m) deep, by 37 feet (11m) wide. The are behind the main curtain is 20 feet (6m) deep, by 25 feet (7.5m) wide. The proscenium arch, or the stage opening is 25 feet (7.5m) wide, by 20 feet (6m) high. There is no fly system, but there are limited dead hang positions from the grid which is 24 feet (7m) above the stage floor. There is limited wing space left due to the piano storage, and the wing space to the right is located directly in front of the main stage door. There is an understage crossover. The stage floor is masonite panels on wood, and can be painted with latex only. It is not permitted to screw scenic pieces into the floor.
The Lighting System
We have 45 lighting instuments and one follow spot. We have a variety of Roscolux gels, and we can order the ones you want at your expense. We have an ETC Sensor Dimming Rack with 72 2.4 kW dimmers and an ETC Express 24/48 Lighting Console with ETC Link. The set-up of the lighting equipment is done by the theatre staff. You may supply your own operator approved by technical staff. All operators MUST be familiar with the theatre's emergency procedures.
The Sound System
Equipment available for your use includes (1) CD Player, (1) cassette deck, (1) 16 channel sound mixing console, (1) 31 band stereo graphic equalizer, (1) reverb unit, (4) microphones with stands and cables, (2) mid-high range speakers useful for sound reinforcement, (2) stage monitor speakers, and (3) amplifiers for the assorted speakers. During restoration, the theatre contracted an acoustical engineer who specifically "tuned" the theatre for optimum sound response.
The Orchestra Pit
The orchestra pit accommodates approximately 20 musicians. The theatre has 32 music stands that are available to your group, but you must provide your own orchestra lights. The theatre owns a Clavinova 560 piano which can be moved into the orchestra pit, but the Yamaha grand piano cannot leave stage level.
Other Staging Information
Our curtains are made of high-quality fire resistant velour. The main drape is controlled from stage right as are the black midstage and upstage travellers. There are four moveable black legs. No set painting is permitted onstage to protect the draperies. Dressing Rooms and the Green Room. The dressing room can be partitioned to make two separate rooms, or can be left open for one big dressing room. There are washrooms and showers on each side of the dressing room. The Green Room is also available for use. Alcohol is prohibited backstage and pyrotechnics and open flame are prohibited onstage.
The Capitol Theatre
421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, CanadaPhone: (250) 352-6363 or Fax: (250) 352-6303