A B T S - 4 t h Ye a r, Te r m - I I

Lecture on

Auditorium

D.Y. Patil Cpllege of Architecture, Akurdi

Introduction
• Activities
• Type
• Design Consideration

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Auditorium
 What is Auditorium! Introduction

• An enclosure, covered or open, where people can assemble for watching a

performance given on the stage

• An auditorium is a room built to enable an audience to hear and watch performances

at venues such as theatres.

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Auditorium
 Activities Introduction

• Dance and drama performances

• Music concerts

• Lecture delivery and technological presentation

• Assembly meetings

• Movie Theater Auditorium

• Other recreational activities

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Types Introduction

Open

Auditorium
Types Introduction

Arena

WELLINGTON TOWN HALL, NEW ZEALAND

Auditorium
Types Introduction

Arena

WATERFRONT
HALL, BELFAST

Auditorium
Types Introduction

Proscenium

Auditorium
Types Introduction

Adaptable

PROSCENIUM OPEN / THRUST ARENA

Auditorium
Types Introduction

Open

Auditorium
Types Introduction

Adaptable
PROSCENIUM

OPEN /
THRUST

BAUHAUS THEATER
ARENA

Auditorium
BAUHAUS THEATER – Alternate seating arrangements
Types Introduction

Movie Theater Auditorium

Auditorium
Shapes Introduction

Auditorium
 Design Consideration Introduction
Important factors for Auditorium design.
1. Anthropometry and Ambience
• Seating
• Human Circulation
• Sound and Vision
• Backstage
2. Services
• Acoustical Treatment
• Fire fighting System
• Air Condition system
• Ventilation system
• Natural/Artificial light
• Theme lighting
• Electricity supply system
• Ducting details
3. Structure
• Structural Frame
• Roof System
• Sloping Slab and Balcony
• Stage
• Wall System
Image Source: WBDG Auditorium
 Design Consideration Introduction
Important factors for Auditorium design.

Image Source: WBDG Auditorium

 Design Consideration Introduction
Important factors for Auditorium design.

Image Source: WBDG Auditorium

 Design Consideration Introduction
Important factors for Auditorium design.

Image Source: WBDG Auditorium

Parts and Design Consideration
Parts
• Seating
• Human Circulation
• Sound and Vision
• Backstage

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Auditorium
Organization chart
A common layout of Auditorium.

Auditorium
Typical Layout
A common layout of Auditorium.
Auditorium Floor Plan

Aisles

Gangway

Balcony

Entry

Seating

Auditorium
Typical Layout
A common layout of Auditorium.

Auditorium
Typical Layout
A common layout of Auditorium.

Auditorium
Typical Layout
A common layout of Auditorium.

Backstage

Stage

House

Foyar

Auditorium
Parts
Parts of Stage

TERMS USED IN AUDITORIUM

PROSCENIUM: A proscenium is the area of a theatre surrounding the stage opening. A
proscenium arch is the arch over this area. A proscenium plane divides the performer and
spectators.

HOUSE: It is the main seating area.

GANGWAYS: A passage between two rows of seats. The minimum gangway should be
1100 mm.

AISLE: The walkway between each area, row of seats to permit ease of passage. (>=45
mm)

DROP STAGE: A stage floor that moves vertically on an elevator usually so that one set
can quickly replace another.

TORMENTOR: A curtain or framed structure used directly behind the proscenium at each
side of the stage to screen the wings & sidelights from the audience.

Auditorium
Parts
Parts of Stage
TERMS USED IN AUDITORIUM
APRON: The part of the stage floor in front of curtain line.

ORCHESTRA PIT: The space reserved for musicians usually in front.

BALCONY: A gallery that projects over the main floor of a theatre.

WING: The platform adjacent to the stage for keeping props.

BOX OFFICE: Where tickets are sold.

CYCLORAMA: It is the exterior of the backdrop. It is basically a distinction between

backstage & main stage.

FIRE CURTAIN: A curtain or asbestos or other fire-proof material that can be lowered just
inside the proscenium arch in case of fire.

GREEN ROOM: The green room is the space in a theatre, studio or similar venue which
functions as a waiting room and lounge for performers before and after a performance,
and during the show when they are not engaged on stage.
Auditorium
Parts
Parts of Stage
Auditorium Floor Plan

Auditorium
Parts
Parts of Stage

Auditorium
Parts
Parts of Stage

1. Grand Drape

2. Border

3. Legs

4. Tormentor

5. Cyclorama

6. Backdrop

7. Tab

8. Ground row

Auditorium
Assignment
• Case Study
• Design and Details

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Auditorium
 Case Study Assignment

For the case study, following program should be followed.

Selection of Auditorium
• Auditorium based on the Design Consideration discussed

Capacity of Auditorium
• At least 300 seating. Recommended 500-1000 seating

Required details
• Site plan
• Auditorium plan with supporting activity building plan
• Sections
• Services areas as well as capacities

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 Design and Details Assignment

For the Design and Details, following program should be followed.

Capacity of Auditorium
More than 500 seating
Plans
Auditorium with Balcony (Includes Parking, Service area, space for A.C. System
etc.) (At least Scale 1:200)
Sections
Auditorium + 2 (At least Scale 1:200)
Col. Size
Min. 0.6 x 0.6 M (If RCC)

Details (scale 1:20 , 1:10)

All structural Details like cavity wall, soundproofing and acoustic treatment roof
detail, catwalk details etc.
Services details like electrification, lighting, Air-conditioning, fire fighting etc.

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