Recent content by Mim

I've read through several of the Nutcracker tree threads and I believe we will be constructing a new tree from concentric, nesting , PVC D-shaped rings held together by chain or cable. The director wants as real a tree as possible so we are considering attaching fabric to the entire front...

I really appreciate all of the info and advice on this thread. I knew before I initially posted that the approach was not standard procedure. I've observed the design and construction of another venue (not with my current employer) so I am aware of many prevailing practices - but used this post...

As a freelance LD I've run into similar issues with local not for profit performing groups. Part of the issue was that I was hired as technical director of a community center venue they all hold performances in. My job description as TD makes it clear that LD is not part of my job - but many of...

My current theatre is a proscenium, we're looking to add a 'flexible' space to our projected arts campus. I have ideas, some good some bad I'm sure, but there are probably things I'm not thinking about so I really appreciate all input!:)

Sean - how high is your grid? just curious :)

A few questions regarding technical theatre and your specific venue/s. :) What do you love about your theatre, and why? What do you dislike about your theatre, and why? If you had built it, what would you keep and what would you have changed? If you could have any type of performance space...

If you could build your ideal theatre...I know many people get to design a 'dream theatre' for school and some (like myself) experience venues with poor design, so I'd like some input: If you could design your ideal theatre what would it be (proscenium, thrust, round, black box, etc) and...

Our community use venue has these issues frequently - and I agree with many of the comments above. If there are not state or area rules for operation of power tools and equipment by minors, your insurance company should be your first call. Among the rules in place here are volunteer waivers...

wow...a thin deck with coffin locks, I'm very intrigued. The tonuge and groove is something the 'bosses' are keenly interested in - I prefer something that simply lays flat - and unfortunately masonite in this space does not. Further more, I can not leave gaps between masonite panels (or any...

I'd like a little more elaboration on how many times a year anyone has deployed a temporary deck like the 3/4" OBS topped with masonite like mentioned above? Did you use overlapping to help it 'lock' together? If anyone has built coffin locks into the temporary floor panels - how did you do it...

I'd like a little more elaboration on how many times a year anyone has deployed a temporary deck like the 3/4" OBS topped with masonite like mentioned above? Did you use overlapping to help it 'lock' together? If anyone has built coffin locks into the temporary floor panels - how did you do it...

Our multi-purpose venue has had Masonite on top of our tongue and groove pine at least for the last 20 of it's 35 year existence. We would like to return to the black stained tongue and groove floor but one of our 5 largest performing groups (local Civic Theatre) needs to have the ability to...