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Page 1: Quin Auditorium · 2020. 2. 6. · Equipment Hirer’s Equipment No scenery, fittings, props, decorations or costumes etc., including hired equipment, shall be stored in the venue

Quin Auditorium Terms and Conditions of Hire

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Hire Terms and Conditions ........................................................................................................................... 3

Booking Application ................................................................................................................................................ 3

Rejection of or Removal of a Booking Request ...................................................................................................... 3

Cancellation of Booking .......................................................................................................................................... 3

Hiring Period ........................................................................................................................................................... 3

Damage .................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Indemnity ................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Accidents and Injuries............................................................................................................................................. 4

Insurance ................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Extras.............................................................................................................................................................. 4

Control Room .......................................................................................................................................................... 4

Rigging .................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Animals ................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Pyrotechnic ............................................................................................................................................................. 5

Combustible materials ............................................................................................................................................ 5

Scenery Placement ................................................................................................................................................. 5

Firearms .................................................................................................................................................................. 5

Areas and their usage ............................................................................................................................................ 6

Items for use requiring prior approval ..................................................................................................................... 6

Equipment ...................................................................................................................................................... 6

Hirer’s Equipment ................................................................................................................................................... 6

Scenery and Props ................................................................................................................................................. 6

Painting ................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Venue Equipment ................................................................................................................................................... 7

Additional and/or Hired Equipment ......................................................................................................................... 7

Consumable Stock .................................................................................................................................................. 7

Flooring ................................................................................................................................................................... 7

General ........................................................................................................................................................... 7

Performing Rights ................................................................................................................................................... 7

Free Access to the Building .................................................................................................................................... 7

Security and Statutory Authorities .......................................................................................................................... 7

Venue Condition ..................................................................................................................................................... 8

Cleaning Between Shows on the Same Day .......................................................................................................... 8

Smoking .................................................................................................................................................................. 8

Parking .................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Utility Supply Companies ........................................................................................................................................ 8

Intervals .................................................................................................................................................................. 8

Catering .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Food & Beverage at performances ......................................................................................................................... 9

Liquor ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Marketing ........................................................................................................................................................ 9

Ticketing.................................................................................................................................................................. 9

Promotional Material ............................................................................................................................................... 9

Advertising .............................................................................................................................................................. 9

Merchandising ...................................................................................................................................................... 10

Promotional video, productions and/or recording ................................................................................................. 10

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Staffing ......................................................................................................................................................... 10

Wardens................................................................................................................................................................ 10

Ushers, Parking Attendants and Box Office ......................................................................................................... 10

Additional Technicians .......................................................................................................................................... 10

Meal Breaks .......................................................................................................................................................... 10

Additional Staff ...................................................................................................................................................... 10

Payments and Permit Restrictions ............................................................................................................. 11

Quote and Deposit ................................................................................................................................................ 11

Security Bond ....................................................................................................................................................... 11

Invoicing ................................................................................................................................................................ 11

Cheque ................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Permit Restrictions ................................................................................................................................................ 11

Scale of Rates .............................................................................................................................................. 12

Standard rental package ....................................................................................................................................... 12

Extras .................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Venue Information ...................................................................................................................................... 144

Overview ............................................................................................................................................................. 144

Foyer and Box Office .......................................................................................................................................... 144

Disabled Access ................................................................................................................................................. 144

Hearing Impaired ................................................................................................................................................ 144

The Stage and Stage Equipment ....................................................................................................................... 144

Projection Equipment .......................................................................................................................................... 144

Set Assembly and Storage ................................................................................................................................. 144

Dressing Room Facilities .................................................................................................................................... 155

Toilet Facilities .................................................................................................................................................... 155

Car Parking ......................................................................................................................................................... 155

Temporary and Touring Power ........................................................................................................................... 155

Fire Protection and Emergency Evacuation System .......................................................................................... 155

How to contact us ........................................................................................................................................ 15

Maps and Plans ........................................................................................................................................... 16

Seating Plan ........................................................................................................................................................ 16

Lighting Rig ........................................................................................................................................................... 18

Acceptance ................................................................................................................................................... 18

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Hire Terms and Conditions Please read the following sections carefully and sign the final page. Booking Application For bookings to be confirmed the quote acceptance form (attached to your hire quote) must have

been signed by the Hirer, acknowledged by the Management and the deposit has been paid in

full. The full quote document must be initialed on each page, signed and dated in the spaces

provided and returned by either scan or post.

Rejection of or Removal of a Booking Request The Management reserves the right to reject an application for hire if in the opinion of the

Management, such a hiring is of an unacceptable nature and/or of a nature that is likely to

offend public sensitivity and/or is of a political nature. Your contracts and deposits will be

returned.

Your booking should be finalised six months before your first hiring date. Should you fail to

finalise your hiring by the eight-month cut off time your dates will be declared open and

without notice the Management reverses the right to use your booked time for other hirers.

Cancellation of Booking A cancellation charge for a booking shall apply if:

1. Cancellation prior to five months of hiring period - 50% of deposit

2. Cancellation within five months of booking -100% of deposit

Hiring Period

The hire period is defined as:

1. Starting on the earlier of the dates specified in the hire quote and the set arrival time of the

hirer at the venue.

2. Finishing when the venue is returned to the normal condition, including the reinstatement of

the standard rig* * Standard rig means the lighting, sound, musical equipment and facilities restored to their original conditions and

placement as when the hiring commenced. Any time used in excess of the period specified by the hirer in the ‘Application for Hire’ shall attract an

additional charge, at the hourly rate as specified in the ‘Application for Hire’ section. Any

modifications to the standard lighting r ig and the time taken to perform such tasks shall be achieved

during the hirer’s hiring period. Any additional costs associated will be applied to the hirer’s account.

Hiring periods may be adjusted up to 30 days prior to the first hiring date, should the requested

time alterations be available. Within the period of 30 days to the hiring date no reduction of booked

time shall be permitted and the hiring charge shall be the used time or booked time, whichever is

the greater.

Damage Damage to the building, building finishes, furniture and/or equipment during the hiring period shall

be charged to the hirer. If a security bond has been applied then the bond may be used to cover all

or part of the costs of the damage.

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Indemnity The hirer indemnifies the venue, the Management and its staff against any injury, loss or damage

suffered or incurred by the venue, the Management or its staff caused by any act of the hirer or

contributed to by the hirer or which is caused by any equipment brought into the venue by the hirer

or any member of the hirer’s organization.

Accidents and Injuries To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Management disclaims and bears no responsibility for

any injury, loss or damage suffered or incurred by the hirer or any member of the hirer’s organisation

whilst in the venue, adjacent grounds/facilities or car parks and the hirer hereby releases the

Management from such injury, loss or damage. Any person suffering any form of injury must report

such an injury to the duty personnel of the venue at the time of injury for attention and logging.

Insurance The hirer shall at all times maintain all necessary work cover, workers’ compensation and employers’

liability insurance with a substantial and reputable insurer covering the employees, agents and

contractors of the hirer. The hirer shall keep current during the term of the hiring an insurance policy or policies in

respect of those insurable risks which the Management may nominate including public liability for an

amount no less than ten million dollars ($10,000,000.00) The hirer shall provide the Management upon request but no later than ten days prior to the hiring

date, a copy of all such policies of insurance as outlined above or that may have been deemed

necessary by the hirer or the Management. Furthermore, the hirer must not permit to be done anything that could vary or render any insurance

policy maintained by the hirer or the Management in respect to The Quin Auditorium or Caroline

Chisholm Catholic College void, voidable or otherwise vitiated and must pay upon demand any

increased premium payable by the Management in respect of each policy maintained by the

Management (or the premium for any replacement policy taken) as a result of the hirer’s activities or

proposed activities in or about The Quin Auditorium.

It is recommended that hirers purchase insurance guarding against financial loss due to

cancellation of an event.

Extras

Control Room No person may use the control room or the equipment therein without management approval.

Where clients supply their own technicians, they are liable for any equipment damage caused by

incorrect operation.

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Rigging The use of temporary rigging is permitted only with prior approval of the Management. All rigging

shall conform to the recognised Australian Standards for its purpose. All temporary rigging must be

installed by a qualified and licensed show rigger. The Management will request proof of rigging

license prior to installation.

Animals No animals are permitted in the building apart from:

• Guide dogs • Animals involved in stage performance (after management approval)

Pyrotechnic

No pyrotechnic effect shall be permitted within the venue or the grounds without:

• A pre-performance demonstration to satisfy the Management of the scale of the effect

• A suitably qualified and licensed person, supplied by the hirer, being in attendance to

operate the effect

• A member of the local fire authority being on site whenever the effect is used; any cost for

this person shall be borne by the hirer.

Combustible materials

No flammable or otherwise hazardous materials may be used in the venue. Such items include but

are not limited to cleaning agents, glues, oil based paints etc.

Scenery Placement

If, in the opinion of the Management, the construction of and/or placement of scenery, props,

costumes etc. is likely to present a hazard, the hirer will be instructed to either rebuild, reposition or

remove such items.

Firearms

Firearms may only be used if the following conditions are met:

• The venue management have given approval in writing

• The firearm must be incapable of firing live ammunition

• The weapon must be legally owned by a licensed dealer with a current theatrical firearms

permit

• The dealer (or one of their employees) must supervise the use of any dealership firearm(s)

except imitation handguns or firearms which have been rendered permanently inoperable.

• The hirer supplies an approved weapons cabinet or safe that can be affixed to the building’s

structure

• The firearm may only be removed from its storage location 15 minutes prior to its use on

stage and shall remain the responsibility of the responsible adult being a member of the

hirer’s production team

• A records must be maintained of the ammunition used and when and where the firearm was

discharged

• A daily audit of ammunition be conducted by the hirer and proof supplied to the venue for

such usage

• Immediately after each use, the weapon is return to its storage location

• The weapon is never pointed directly at a person or animal

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Areas and their usage

When the venue is open to the public, only those areas allotted as dressing room space may be

used for changing purposes.

All foyer areas are public access areas and the function of these areas as thoroughfares and

exits must not be impeded.

Items for use requiring prior approval

The following items will require the prior approval of the Management before use on stage:

• Hay, straw or similar baled materials

• Glitter that is to be thrown and is not part of the set dressing, make-up or costume fabric

• Flours bombs or bombs containing similar substances

• Balloons – either balloon drops or filled with helium

• Strobe effects (if approved, a15 sec time limit shall apply)

• Smoke machines

• Water pistols

• Masking tape

• Dry ice effects

• Confetti – (if approved, confetti must be low volume, hand operated devices only)

Failure to obtain such approval may result in the item not being allowed in the building or

attracting an additional charge. Additional cleaning required by the use of any of the above

whether approved or not shall incur an additional charge.

Equipment

Hirer’s Equipment

No scenery, fittings, props, decorations or costumes etc., including hired equipment, shall be stored

in the venue either before or after the period of hiring without the prior consent of the Management.

Equipment belonging to or under the control of the hirer may be left on stage between hiring

blocks/days only with the prior approval of the Management.

The management reserves the right to prohibit any equipment supplied by the hirer or hired by

the hirer shall have proof attached by way of a tag that the equipment has been tested in

accordance with the current regulations. The Management reserves the right to either instruct the

hirer to remove a piece of equipment that is untagged or considered unsafe.

The Management accepts no responsibility for equipment supplied by the hirer or their agents and

or its condition or suitability for integration with the venue’s in-house equipment.

Scenery and Props

Construction is not permitted within the venue except that of a prefabricated nature and requires

assembling on-site. No fixing by mechanical means to the building fabric is permitted.

Movable scenery on stage shall be transported in a manner that does not damage the stage floor.

Methods of movement may include but are not limited to ‘rubber tyred’ or neoprene castors.

Moveable trucks of any significant height shall be suitably ballasted to ensure that the truck or its

cargo cannot topple or fall. Items to be rigged from the upstage scenic bar must meet some basic

safety standards. Management reserve the right to refuse the use of flown items of insufficient

construction.

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Painting

No painting is permitted in the venue except for that which would be classified as ‘touching up’ in best

trade terms. All paint used shall be water based or of a scenic paint type. Paints that, while drying, can

be readily ignited and/or release noxious fumes (such as oil based paints) must not be used.

Venue Equipment

The Management will take reasonable steps to ensure that the equipment outlined previously shall

be in a working and operable condition prior to the performance. However, the Management

accepts no responsibility for the failure of any equipment during a performance.

Additional and/or Hired Equipment

Should additional equipment be required, and where the hirer requests such equipment to be

hired by the venue for the hirer, a statement of cost and a letter of authorization to proceed will be

supplied to the hirer. No hiring of equipment will occur without the hirers consent. The hirer

acknowledges that by giving consent they will pay all the costs of said equipment. The management

does not guarantee the equipment hired but will use reputable hiring companies in an attempt to

ensure that the hired equipment is fit for purpose and in good working order.

Consumable Stock

Consumable stock, including but not limited to, light globes/lamps, tapes, colour filters, CDs, batteries

etc. if used during the period of the hiring shall be charged to the hirers account. These items fluctuate

in price over short periods of time and are not included in the scale of rates.

Flooring

Depending upon the time of year and the scheduled usage of the Auditorium, the stage may or may

not be covered in Matt-Black Masonite. Changes to the floor configuration will require Management

Approval and may incur an additional charge.

General

Performing Rights

The hirer shall not produce or perform any dramatic or musical work in infringement o f the

copyright or performing right of the owner of such right. The hirer totally indemnifies the venue

against any claims for breach of copyright.

Free Access to the Building

Any person nominated by the management shall be entitled to free access to any part of the

building at any time for the purposes of inspection and or maintenance.

Security and Statutory Authorities

Should the hirer or their servants by their actions cause a call out of an organization either public or

private (including without limitation the fire department, police or other emergency services and or

security companies) that may involve cost to the Management for such call(s) out of personnel

and/or p lant the Management reserves the right to charge the hirer for all such costs.

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Venue Condition The venue is to be left in a clean and tidy condition with all rigs returned to their original condition

and the hirer’s equipment removed at the conclusion of the hiring period. Any additional cleaning

required with the venue or the grounds shall be at the hirer’s cost. Any removal of equipment left

within the venue shall be at the hirer’s cost.

SIGNS MUST NOT BE ATACHED TO SEATS WITH BLU-TAK OR STICKY TAPES. EXTRA

CLEANING CHARGES WILL APPLY.

Cleaning Between Shows on the Same Day Should the same hirer require the venue to be cleaned between rehearsals and/or performances

on the same day, the cost of this cleaning shall be deemed as additional and be charged to

the hirer’s account.

Smoking Smoking is prohibited in all parts of the buildings and its grounds. Any fines incurred by patrons or

hirers organisation will become the responsibility of the hirer.

Parking Parking within the grounds shall only be in designated areas as specified by the Management. The

Management reserves the right to alter the designated parking areas at their discretion.

Utility Supply Companies Should the failure of any Gas, Electricity or Water to the Venue occur – thus affecting the ability of

the management t o fulfil its obligations, the Management shall not be deemed liable for the loss of

the performance or hiring. Whilst the Management will use its best endeavors to furnish to the hirer an alternate time that the

hirer can use and pay for in the normal manner, the management cannot guarantee a mutually

agreeable time and the hirer will not be required to make alternate arrangements. The management wi l l not accept liability for any losses incurred by the hirer through such

cancellations. These losses may include but are not limited to advertising, ticketing, freight,

transport etc. It is recommended that the hirer should take out a cancellation insurance policy.

Intervals Any performance that is of a duration that exceeds 120 minutes should, as best practice, include

an interval. The Management may insist on the inclusion of an interval if in their opinion the

performance is of a length to cause discomfort to an audience.

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Catering

Food & Beverage at performances

The hirer may use the kitchen and foyer space to sell food items at an extra daily fee.

Should the food preparation area be left in an unclean state, an extra cleaning fee shall be added onto

the hirer’s account.

Food and drinks (other than bottled water) are not permitted in within the auditorium at any time

including rehearsals. Food remains within the auditorium may lead to extra cleaning charges.

Liquor The Quin Auditorium is not a licensed premises and no person or organisation shall bring on to

or cause to be brought on to the premises alcohol of any kind without prior written permission of the

Management. Any required license is the responsibility of the hirer and must be shown to the

Management prior to the event. Should unauthorised alcohol be found on the premises, i t will be

confiscated and disposed of by the Management. The Management accepts no financial loss to the

person or organization where product is disposed of.

Marketing

Ticketing

The client is responsible for ticketing their event. If tickets are to be sold on the night, then a sales

person will need to staff the box office prior to the performance and for a short time afterwards. The

venue is able to supply a crew member, if needed, at additional cost. Where possible, a name/seat

allocation list is to be supplied to the management.

Promotional Material All promotional material relating to a hiring to be held at The Quin Auditorium shall include the

full name and address of the venue and Caroline Chisholm Catholic College in the following

manner:

The Quin Auditorium

Caroline Chisholm Catholic College

The use of either the venue or college logos are strictly limited and their use will be considered

upon application to the Management.

Advertising All advertising involving a hiring at ‘The Quin Auditorium’ shall include the name of the venue and

College. The name of the venue and college shall be faithfully reproduced (As above) – the

correct address is: 204 Churchill Ave Braybrook VICTORIA 3019

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Merchandising Any merchandising material, which may include but is not limited to, items such as posters, T-shirts,

swap cards etc. to be sold within the venue or its grounds shall first be presented to the

management for approval to sell. The sale or issue of such material will not be permitted if it is

of a nature unacceptable to the Management and/or of a nature that is likely to offend public

sensitivity and/or is of a political nature. The Management reserves the right to charge a fee for

all merchandising stands, which will be agreed upon prior to the hire. The fee will be increased if

the merchandising stand is set up without prior approval of the venue management. Merchandising shall not include programs for the performance being staged by the hirer.

Promotional video, productions and/or recording Approval to video a production will be sought from the Management in writing.

Staffing

Wardens The hirer shall nominate two responsible adults from their organisation to act as Emergency

Evacuation Wardens for the period of the hiring. All relevant information regarding their duties shall

be given to them upon arrival at the venue. The names of the wardens are to be included in your

hiring information. Failure to do this may cause the Management to employ and engage such staff

as may be required for these purposes and all associated costs will be charged to the hirer’s

account.

Ushers, Parking Attendants and Box Office The venue does not supply ushers, parking attendants or box office staff for performances unless

requested. The request to hire them should be made in writing to the venue manager who will arrange

for staffing to be supplied and associated costs will be charged to your account. It is recommended

to have 10 ushers, 4 parking attendants and 1 person working the box office – ideal staffing levels

may vary according to estimated audience numbers. The venue manager may insist upon extra

staff.

Additional Technicians If the Management considers that additional technicians (over and above the one technician

allotted to you in the rental fee) are required to ensure your hiring runs smoothly, you will be

advised. The decision to engage additional technicians will be yours and should they be engaged,

the associated costs wills be charged to your account.

Should you elect not to employ additional technician(s) be aware that the quality of your

performance may be compromised.

Meal Breaks Staff supplied by the venue shall receive a minimum of 30 minutes break every five continuous

hours of work for the same hirer. Missed meal breaks will be charged for at an extra $60 per

crew member.

Additional Staff If you are aware that you need extra staff for your hiring, you should inform the venue at least 30

days prior to your hiring date to ensure the correct staff can be roistered.

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Payments and Permit Restrictions

Quote and Deposit A deposit is payable to confirm a booking. The quote for hire outlines the estimated cost for

your booked times and the expected deposit and bond (where applicable), as well as your

additional hourly rate (if applicable). The financial details on the agreement are only an

estimate based on information supplied by the hirer and may change to reflect actual hours and

services used.

Security Bond

Where the management deems fit, in addition to the afore mentioned deposit, a security bond may

be required. The security bond is refundable if all conditions outlined by the Management have

been met.

Invoicing

Your invoice will be collated and sent to you at the completion of your hire. It will include any

additional services that you may have requested or incurred throughout the duration of your hire.

Payment is expected with 14 days from the date on the invoice. All invoices include GST as is

applicable to each component of your hiring, as well as any additional services provided.

Cheque Cheques are no longer accepted. Payments are to be made by bank transfer or in cash, at the

college accounts department.

Permit Restrictions Work, including performances and rehearsals must conclude by 11pm and no work may begin

prior to 8am on any day without prior approval.

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Scale of Rates

Standard rental package

Monday - Saturday Sundays Public Holidays

Hourly Rate $350 $410 $445

Minimum hire – 4 hours per shift.

Price includes:

• 1 Duty Manager

• 1 Operating Technician

• Standard lighting and sound rigs

Extras

Monday - Saturday Sundays Public Holidays

Lighting Operator $60 $75 $80

Sound Operator $60 $75 $80

Stage Manager $60 $75 $80

Usher $40 $50 $65

Car Park Attendant $50 $75 POA

Security Guard $50 $75 POA

Price Notes

Single wired microphone $15 With stand and cable

Drum microphone package $60

Hand held radio mic (venue owned) $50 Two available

Radio lapel microphone (venue owned) $55 Two available

Whole band microphone & DI package $200 Used instead of single mic hire, where enough mic or DI boxes

are needed (includes drum mics)

Choir microphones on stands $80 Price may vary if extra mics need to be hired Choir microphones hanging $120

Single passive DI box $10

Single stereo active DI box $15

4 x RCF active Foldback wedge package $160 $50 single price

JBL Eon 15 powered speaker $30 Two available

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Price Notes

Moving light package (per day) $350 6 x ACME XA-400 Spot

Hazer machine (per day) $90

Creates smoky haze to improve lighting effects

Moving light with hazer package $400 Combine both effects and save!

Jem smoke machine $40 Creates single jet of smoke

On stage projector $40 Shoots screen apprx 3.5m wide onto rear cyc cloth

Main FOH projector $40 Can project to roll down screen at stage front, or rear stage cyc. Requires computer with HDMI

output.

Lectern Hub adjustable height lectern with mic and computer shelf – On

wheels

$60 HDMI and VGA AV inputs

Wheeled Auslectern with two mics and computer tray

$40

Standard Aus Lectern with single mic $20

Tables & Chairs N/C

Extra hand-held or headset radio mics POA Must be requested in advance

Ballet bars $20 Adjustable height, four available

Costume rails $20 Eight available

Extra Spaces and retail stands

Price Notes

Use of College canteen & toilet block (per day)

$300 Must be arranged in advance, as needs clearance from the college

Use of foyer kitchen and serving hatch $60

Outside food stall (with power) $75 Must be arranged in advance

Merchandise/retail stand $60 Must be arranged in advance

Rates for any other services will be quoted and confirmed upon request. All shown rates exclude GST.

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Venue Information

Overview The Quin Auditorium is ideally located to service the Western Suburbs of Melbourne and is situated

in Braybrook, close to the Western Highway. The Venue seats up to 821 on one level of

traditional raked theatre seating. The stage is a flat, false proscenium arch with the flexibility to

alter staging size to suit individual performances.

Full details of the stage and technical equipment can be found in the Technical

Specifications document.

Foyer and Box Office The Foyer is on one level and contains a box office and kitchenette/server. Disabled Access The seating in the front row of the auditorium (see seating plan) caters for those with

physical needs. This location can be accessed from the foyer without using steps and a

disabled toilet is available in the Foyer area.

Hearing Impaired Although there is currently no hearing aid loop installed in the venue, every effort reasonably

possible will made to accommodate those with hearing impairments.

The Stage and Stage Equipment The stage dimensions are shown on the enclosed stage plan. The stage is sprung hard-wood

floor and is generally covered in Matt-black Masonite. Scenery items MUST NOT be screwed into

the floor.

• 10 x Shot Bags

• 3 x Sets of adjustable Legs

• 1 x Mid-stage (blackout) Curtain

• 1 x Black backstage Curtain

• 1 x Cyclorama (white filled cloth)

• 1 x Motorised Front Curtain

• House lighting and audio systems as outlined in the technical specification document

• 4 x Motorised, wired lighting bars

• 1 x Motorised scenic bar (unwired)

Projection Equipment The Venue is equipped for projection with VGA and HDMI inputs. The projected image is

The responsibility of the hirer to supply

Projection screen – Grandview IP – 4308 x 2692mm 1 Grandview

Projection screen - Screen Technics (Techfold portable) 4:3 1 Screen Technics

Projector (Installed) – Epson EB-L1755UNL 15,000 lumens 1 Epson

Projector (Portable) – Epson EB-G5950 5,200 lumens 1 Epson

Basic switch/Mute system

Set Assembly and Storage The backstage area can be utilised for assembly and storage of set and stage items.

Anything located in this area must meet with safety standards and management approval.

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Dressing Room Facilities Two dressing areas are available backstage. Each can be divided in two. Access to water is

also available outside each room in the backstage area. Outside of college hours, the front room

(Q024) is also available at no extra charge. Requests for additional dressing/backstage facilities

must be agreed prior to booking in conjunction with the college management.

Toilet Facilities The toilets are located in the Foyer area. These consist of two male stalls and five urinals, six

female stalls and a separate disabled toilet with baby changing facilities.

Hirers are welcome to organise temporary toilets for the use of cast which may be placed on the

Churchill Avenue side doors.

Car Parking Outside of school hours, the venue can cater for approx. 100 vehicles. Additional parking can be

accommodated in the local streets.

Temporary and Touring Power One 20amp 3-phase power outlet is available for the connection of temporary and/or tour

equipment as well as various 10A single phase outlets (GPO). Some 10A circuits are available on

the rear-stage distro.

Fire Protection and Emergency Evacuation System

The building is monitored by an extensive system of smoke detectors and is fully protected

with sprinklers and fire hose reels. The system includes an emergency evacuation system.

How to contact us Manager

Email: [email protected] Phone: (03) 9296 5336 Fax: (03) 9296 5381

Box Office (when staffed for an event)

Phone: (03) 9296 5358

College Office

Phone: (03) 9296 5311

Postal Address

204 Churchill Ave

Braybrook

VICTORIA 3019

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Maps and Plans

Seating Plan

An electronic

version is

available upon

request.

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Lighting Rig A copy of the current house rig is available on request

Acceptance

These terms and conditions will be taken as read and accepted, on the signing of the hire quote.