Consulting: Auditorium design, flexible auditorium allowing a rapid changeover from end-on to thrust stage, logistics
Design: Tension grid, fly system, stage lifts, telescopic seating system, stage lighting, AV systems and drapery
A Dutch team, led by Mecanoo Architects in 2008 won the international competition for a prestigious new library with auditorium in Birmingham. The Library will be linked to the existing Birmingham Repertory Theatre that is to be renovated as well. The new auditorium can easily be changed from a classical auditorium into a thrust theatre or theatre-en-ronde. Above the auditorium a tension grid provides a flexible and safe working space for technicians and volunteers
