Case study: Theatre Royal, Newcastle
Project type – Installation
Client – Newcastle City Council
Contracted to – Surgo Construction
Architect – Sansome Hall
Specialist Consultant – Charcoal Blue
Value – £265K
Specification: lighting, paging, infra-red, visual display, signal distribution, Lighting Bars, RF Distribution, Ring Intercom, Show Relay
Audio Light Systems Ltd has recently completed work at the Theatre Royal
Newcastle on the restoration project.
The ambitious development required the technical infrastructure to be
replaced in the main auditorium and surrounding spaces. Audio Light Systems
working to a Charcoal Blue specification completed the 5 month build with
the usual high standards required for this level of work.
Case study: Theatre Royal, Newcastle
Project type – Installation
Client – Newcastle City Council
Contracted to – Lorne Stewart
Architect – N/A
Specialist Consultant – Newcastle City Council
Value – £20K
Specification: Production lighting dimmers
The Theatre Royal Newcastle were given the go ahead to replace there long lasting dimmer system with 5 ETC Sensor racks and a additional 4 sine wave packs. After a long process of decision making Audio Light Systems were chosen as the installation company for the project.
During the same period the theatre was also undergoing a re-wire which also had to incorporate into the dimmer installation. Audio Light Systems design engineering team had to be incorporated into the installation to allow a smooth transition from the old to the new.
Andy Main (Theatre Royal, Newcastle) commented "A very impressive installation!"
Case study: Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Project type – Installation
Client – Traverse Theatre
Contracted to – Traverse Theatre
Architect – N/A
Specialist Consultant – Audio Light Systems Ltd
Value – £10K
Specification: Paging System
When it comes to paging and show relay Audio Light Systems have the wealth of experience required to upgrade and repair the most complex of system.
So when it came to the Traverse Theatre looking for a contractor to modernize their system, Audio Light Systems was the clear choice. The stage managers desk has been rewired and reconfigured to allow for the installation of the ASL paging and signal processor components. The new installation gives the theatre a multi bus, multi zone, priority system fit for the most demanding of situations.
Case study: Michael Croft Theatre London
Project type – Installation
Client – Edward Alleyn’s School
Contracted to – Rooff ltd
Architect – Heyningen and Haward
Specialist Consultant – Theatreplan LLP
Value – £190K
Specification: Production audio & lighting, paging, infra-red, visual display, signal distribution, Lighting Bars, RF Distribution, Ring Intercom, Show Relay
“SOME say the brightest modern theatre space in London is the brand new Michael Croft Theatre at Alleyn's School in Dulwich... The state of the art 360-seat theatre, which will also be used by the National Youth Theatre, is more comfortable than the West End, more trendy that the Almeida, more aesthetically pleasing than the South Bank.” The Evening Standard
The installation of performing arts technology at the Michael Croft Theatre is an example of Audio Light Systems providing all the technical disciplines to one venue. Supplied & Installed systems include, production audio & lighting, AV & specialist systems at the venue.
Case study: Belgrade Theatre Coventry
Project type – Installation
Client – Belgrade Theatre Trust
Contracted to – ISG Interior/Exterior
Architect – Stanton Williams
M&E Consultant –
Value – £50K
Specification: Ring intercom, stage management,
show relay, paging, video communications
The refurbishment at Belgrade Theatre was a welcome addition to the performing arts scene in Coventry. The specification for the build was consultant-driven, with a range of typical theatre technical requirements including; working lights, paging, show relay & ring intercom. Over 10,000m of cable were installed over a 12 month build. Showing excellent form, only one cable fault was reported in the entire job! John Miller (Belgrade Theatre) commented “Audio Light Systems did exactly what they said they would do and it was a clear advantage having a knowledgeable specialist on site”.
Case study: Theatre Royal Newcastle - IR
Project type – Consultation & installation
Client – Theatre Royal
Contracted to – Theatre
Architect – NA
Specialist Consultant – Sennheiser
Value – £35K
Specification: Infra red
One of the UK’s most famous theatres, The Theatre Royal Newcastle, required an upgrade of their old assistive hearing systems to a modern Sennheiser Infra red dual channel solution. The Theatre, which is a grade 1 listed building, needed an installer with a history of work in graded buildings while also having a knowledge of technical theatre systems. Audio Light Systems were the obvious choice, providing both the workmanship and the specialist skills required to carry out such a delicate installation. 14 IR radiators were installed around the 170 year old theatre auditorium to ensure even coverage across all the seating areas. The radiators transmit via infra-red light an audio signal to the audience members headsets, giving clear audio for the hard of hearing and audio description for the visually impaired.
Case study: Usher Hall Edinburgh
Project type - Installation
Client – Edinburgh City Council
Contracted to – Balfour Kilpatrick
Architect – Law Dunbar Naismith Partnership
M&E Consultant – Irons Foulner
Value – £80K
Specification: Building wide paging & show-relay
The Usher Hall in Edinburgh is one of the UK’s most prestigious concert Halls. It underwent a 10 million pound redevelopment, giving the venue more modern facilities and greater space. As part of the upgrade a great deal of the technical systems were expanded and renewed, including the paging and show relay system.
Using over 10km of cable, over 100 speakers and a project lasting over 2 years, Audio Light Systems met the challenges with the skills required on this unique refurbishment project. The 10 zone paging and show relay system was designed to deliver an expandable, versatile solution which will last for many years.
Case study: Theatre Royal Newcastle - studio Theatre
Project type – Consultation, Installation & service
Client – Theatre Royal Newcastle
Contracted to – Theatre Royal Newcastle
Architect – NA
Specialist Consultant – Audio Light Systems & Theatre Royal
Value – £30K
Specification: Production lighting & lighting grid
As part of the refurbishment at the Theatre Royal, Newcastle an education studio theatre was required. This was to be used as a learning and performance space.
Audio Light Systems were presented with a bare shell with some old internal steel structure. A bespoke lighting grid and wiring infrastructure was installed to marry up to the existing steelwork. The end result was a typical example of a studio theatre with 36 ways of lighting dimmers and a matching patch panel. The lighting grid specification called for a black finish which was achieved using anodised black alloy for all the main components.
Case study: Perth Concert Hall
Project type – Consultation & installation
Client – Horsecross Theatres
Contracted to – Horsecross Theatres
Architect – NA
Specialist Consultant – Audio Light Systems Ltd
Value – £15K
Specification: Control systems
Perth Concert Hall is one of Scotland newest venues, which encapsulates a 1,200 seat auditorium, conference facilities, exhibition spaces plus much more. To increase their capability, extra control systems were necessary to help meet their demanding requirements. A Crestron Control system was opted for, due the reputation for quality and stability. LCD touch panels controlled the audio visual, production lighting, house lighting and also interfaced to the fire alarm system.
Case study: Theatre Royal Newcastle - Communications
Project type – Consultation, installation & Service
Client – Theatre Royal Newcastle
Contracted to – Lorne Stewart
Architect – Napper Architects
Specialist Consultant – Audio Light Systems Ltd
Value – £40K
Specification: Paging, show relay & ring intercom
After an extensive 7.2 million refurbishment the Theatre Royal Newcastle fully reopened to the public to rave reviews. The project included extending the stage and installing new and improved technical facilities. This was part of a larger project which involved extending the theatre’s facilities into the old Barclays Bank building on Market Street, creating a new Learning Space, Box Office and bar/bistro, revitalising the theatre building and consolidating its position as one of the great theatres of Europe. Audio Light Systems were responsible for the extending & installing to the paging, communications and video systems over the 5 floors and performance spaces.
