The Schouwburg Almere is a new state of the art multi-venue performing arts centre designed by Japanese architects Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa of SANNA which provides a flexible environment in which to present a diverse array of music, theatre and dance.
With three adaptable spaces receiving incoming shows often only playing for a single night, the theatre has a rigorous schedule, demanding flexibility in technical infrastructure and equipment. To that end, the theatre consultant on the building project, Theater Advies BV, specified ETC IES Matrix Mk II SineWave dimming and ETC Congo lighting consoles throughout the building.
Lois Janssens, consultant for Theater Advies explains: "The equipment we bought ideally suits the needs of the client. With portable ETC Matrix II dimmer racks for stage use, the venue's technical staff can position the dimmer racks exactly where they are required, such as in four corners or all at one side. An added bonus is that the dimmers can also be used in other auditoria and in the building's foyers."
(Jim Evans)
