Prince George Playhouse: Technical Specifications

The technical specifications of the Prince George Playhouse underscore its status as a premier venue for the arts. With a focus on inclusivity, audio-visual excellence, and creative flexibility, the Playhouse is meticulously designed to host a diverse array of events and performances, facilitating a rich cultural experience for both artists and audiences alike.

  • Seating Capacity & Auditorium Information

    The Prince George Playhouse boasts a welcoming auditorium with a seating capacity that accommodates up to 303 attendees. This includes 295 fixed seats, complemented by 8 additional wheelchair-accessible spots, ensuring that the venue is accessible to all members of the community.

  • Audio Specifications

    The Playhouse is outfitted with a sophisticated audio system designed to deliver crystal clear sound, ensuring an immersive auditory experience. The system includes two EV-SX 300 active speakers and two 15 active Mackie Subs, coupled with a Yamaha TF3 digital console, providing a capacity of 40 inputs and 16 outputs. A 24-channel audio snake connects the sound booth to the stage, and additional equipment such as microphones, mic stands, and a Yamaha Baby Grand Piano are also available to enhance the audio experience.

    • 2 EV-SX 300 active speakers & 2-15 active Mackie Subs.
    • 4 Mackie SR450 boxes
    • Yamaha TF3 digital consolewith 40 inputs and 16 outputs.
    • 24 channel audio snake
    • 6 channel extension
    • 3 Shure SM58′s
    • 2 Shure SM57′s
    • Shure Wireless Kit w/ Handheld & Lav mic
    • XLR & A/C Cables
    • Yamaha Baby Grand Piano
  • Lighting Specifications

    Lighting at the Playhouse is both versatile and dynamic, with a total of 112 circuits available to illuminate performances. The venue features a Chamsys MagicQ MQ70 Console, and various circuits are dedicated to different sections of the stage, ensuring comprehensive lighting coverage. This thoughtful arrangement facilitates a wide range of lighting effects, allowing for creative flexibility and enhancing the visual appeal of each performance.

    • 112 circuits available
    • FOH 1 and 2 have 24 permanent circuits with dedicated dimmers for each
    • Chamsys MagicQ MQ70 Console
    • Pipe 3 is the 1st LX permanent lighting bar with 24 circuits
    • Pipe 8 is the 2nd LX Cyclorama lights – 4 colour washes with 2 spare circuits available
  • Video Specifications

    For visual projections, the Playhouse is equipped with a Barco RLM-W8 Projector, accompanied by a Cinema Front Projection Screen. These tools allow for the integration of high-quality visuals into performances, conferences, and other events, providing an added dimension of engagement and creativity.

    • Barco RLM-W8 Projector
    • Cinema Front Projection Screen (32 wide x 15 high, 2.35 to 1 Ratio)
  • Stage Dimensions

    The stage at the Playhouse is spacious and accommodating, with a width at the proscenium of 39 feet and a depth along the centerline of 32 feet. The height of the proscenium is 23 feet, providing ample space for a variety of performances, set designs, and other artistic expressions.

    Lighting Plot

    Lighting Channel Information

    • Width at Proscenium: 39 feet
    • Depth along centre line: 32 feet
    • Height of Proscenium: 23 feet
    • Height of stage left wing: 14 feet
    • Height of stage right wing: 9 feet

What's next at the playhouse?

Carrier Sekani Family Services
Carrier Sekani Family Services
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October 17
Jon Dore Stand-Up Comedy
Jon Dore Stand-Up Comedy
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September 17
PG Backcountry Recreation Society
PG Backcountry Recreation Society
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October 4
PGSO
PGSO
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October 6
Method Dance Society
Method Dance Society
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November 1 - 2
Move: The Company
Move: The Company
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November 30