Performing/Visual Arts & Conference Center

Theater: What do we need????: Funny you should ask....

Based on information obtained from looking at floor plans, stage area, backstage areas, et c. from a number of theaters/arts centers in Idaho.

• Seating for 250-350 + wheelchair spaces. Stadium seating with sloped floors and staggered seating. Balcony optional
• Indoor box office close to theater entrance, facing outdoors for ticket sales
• Suggested minimum/maximum square footage for stage about 1254 sq ft + side wings. Two stories high to accommodate taller sets
• Backstage and offstage storage space for set designs, mobile sound equipment, mobile lights, costumes, props, et c.
• Two private changing rooms right off stage (mirrors, light bars, counter, costume racks, lockable storage space, sinks) with non-public restrooms
• Access to refreshment area for intermission
• Sound and light equipment
• Fly or curtain/backdrop system for several layers of curtains and painted set designs
• Pull down screen back of stage for films/overheads, et c.
• Access to public restrooms/common areas for audience members
• Incorporate a sculpture garden (designed to climb on), fountains, outdoor bench seating with commons area for audience members to go to during intermission
• Need to contact firms that specialize in theater design to clarify other needs & for design ideas. Sachs-Morgan

Visual Arts Center:

• The above plus permanent wall and 3-D display cases and wall space in lobby of theater
• Allocated area in indoor and outdoor commons area for sculptures and outdoor art
• Adjacent classrooms for art classes supplied with necessary sinks and equipment for arts/crafts pursuits

Conference Center:

• The above plus video conferencing equipment
• Pull down screen in back/middle stage area
• Access to breakout rooms (classrooms)