Paisley Performing Arts & Film Theatre

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breaking new building by Stallan-Brand architects, and will be the basis of a new Cultural & Creative Quarter in the town with a strong community focus.

Part of this development will involve the creation of a new thoroughfare providing dedicated access to the Creative Quarter.

It has been proposed that the new thoroughfare should be named Baker Street, referencing revered local singer songwriter Gerry Rafferty, (my late and much missed brother) & the song for which he is justly world famous. A branding exercise currently in development will feature the name Baker Street extensively and will provide a strong identity across the entire spectrum of facilities the new development has to offer.

On a personal note, I take the view that arts based developments such as this, being fundamentally community centred, can form the foundation of a renewed sense of civic pride, and a resounding vote of confi dence in the future of the town.

In that spirit I am pleased to endorse its ambition and vision.

I am proud to refl ect on the affection and respect my brother’s work still inspires in our home town and wish Paisley Community Trust every success.

Jim RaffertyArtist, Designer, Paisley Buddy.

It is becoming increasingly clear that Paisley now stands on the threshold of a new era.

As one who was born & brought up in the town, and like many others who moved away, I have nonetheless retained an affection & interest in the place which shaped and informed my childhood & adolescence. I grew up in Underwood Lane in the West End and came to know Paisley through its numerous cinemas, cafes, dancehalls, the Library & Museum, its shops and its pubs; a town with a rich culture and identity all of its own & a populace proud to be known as Buddies.

In more recent years I followed the sad decline which came with the loss of local industries and consequent unemployment, the atmosphere of neglect which came to dominate many areas of the town, and the disappearance of many of the buildings, streets & landmarks which had formed the backdrop to my youth. However, and thankfully, change of a rather more positive nature is now happening, and with the 2021 initiative well into its stride, the town is now buzzing with a new sense of pride, and hope for the future. Paisley’s increasing profi le across social media refl ects this positive spirit, bringing with it a number of new initiatives.

One such initiative is the brainchild of Paisley Community Trust, with a farsighted plan for a new combined Performance Arts, Cinema & Social hub occupying the site behind the former Arnott’s department store. This will be housed in a ground-

Paisley Performing Arts & Film Theatre

FOREWORD

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Paisley Performing Arts & Film Theatre

OUR VISION

“We’re not just building a building...

We are laying the foundations for a new ‘Cultural and Creative Quarter’ in Paisley.

Creating a vibrant, diverse destination for entertainment, leisure and education.

Providing a launch pad for stage & screen talent and new creative start-ups.”

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“Paisley. A town with a proud past in the performing arts. From Stage to Screen, Rafferty to McAvoy, Paisley has punched above its weight locally and internationally. Whilst Paisley may have the talent, it is bereft of a place where arts can thrive, culture is celebrated, audiences are entertained and talent truly nurtured. That is until now. We believe that our proposed Community led Performing Arts & Film Theatre and Performance Academy has the potential to be a catalyst for the regeneration of Paisley Town Centre, improve social cohesion and create a sense of place for all to enjoy.”

The Paisley Community Trust (PCT) was formed in 2014 with the bold vision of delivering a new Performing Arts and Film Theatre venue for Paisley which has been identifi ed as a signifi cant opportunity in the Town Centre Asset Strategy published that year.

A full Feasibility Study and Report was carried out by BOP Consulting in 2015 and showed overwhelming positive evidence for the market demand and commercial viability of the project. The report also carried out a full appraisal of all potential sites in the town and identifi ed a preferred location. Through the design development process the preferred choice of site has been explore to the fullest. PCT are confi dent that their vision can become more than just a new building for Paisley it will become a transformational place and a destination for the arts, culture, entertainment and education. PCT have developed an ambitious vision in collaboration with award winning Architects Stallan-Brand Architecture and Design.

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OUR PROPOSAL

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DESIGN BRIEF

Performance Spaces500 seat theatre Studio Theatre space/theatre 170 seat cinema 120 seat cinema 3 x 70 seat cinema Front of HouseReception Area Cafe / Bar Formal dining area Back of House6 x Dressing Rooms Green Room Workshop Educational Hub2 x Dance Studios 2 x Rehearsal Rooms Offi ces / Staff Room Stores / Workshop Dining / Social Area Teaching Space with Computer Suite

“The Town Centre Asset Strategy reports outlined the need for a 350+ seat theatre. By combining niche cinema, an education facility, bars, restaurants, outdoor performance spaces and sympathetic landscaping, the creation of a new place in the town is not only possible but desperately needed to rejuvenate the town and transform the lives of its communities.”

The Performing Arts and Film Theatre will have an approximate fl oor area of 5200m2 and offer the following accommodation:

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“There is a clear appetite in Paisley for opportunities to develop and expand the Performing Arts sector, validated by the success of organisations such as PACE and Loud ‘n’ Proud.”

The Paisley Town Centre Asset Strategy

Our vision is achievable. A focused development programme will see the project go from concept design to developed design to technical design to construction to handover to close out and be in use in 36 months.

Budgets have been generated based on similar projects, with similar specifi cations within the UK to generate an average total cost per square metre. Based on our projection we estimate the total cost to deliver this project is £24.7m. The entire project will be planned to be fi nancially and architecturally sustainable pre and post opening.

Securing a mix of funding from public to private will be an essential activity to undertake.

Once opened a strong business plan and careful programming will be followed to ensure the new facility operates profi tably. Profi ts will be reinvested in the facility and in community led initiatives.

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BUSINESS CASE

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BENEFITS

“The creation of a new Cultural and Creative place in Paisley featuring a new Performing Arts and Film Theatre has the potential for signifi cant transformational change, not only to the areas but to the community at large.”

Destination PaisleySeen by 7 million rail passenger journeys, our preferred site is in many ways Paisley’s front window. By transforming this wasteland, a bold statement of intent will be made to show Paisley is a place to go to rather than escape from. By creating an intelligent, fl exible, multipurpose performance space, Paisley becomes a realistic option for a wide range of performances, productions, acts and more. By creating a selection of new bars, cafés and restaurants, we will create the new Finniston or Merchant City.

Community EngagementWhat we are creating isn’t ours. Its everyone’s. A facility, venue, space and hub for the community to use to take things to the next level. A place that will cater for both the young and young at heart. Programming and accessibility will ensure it is open to all with inclusion at heart.

Cultural renaissanceArt begets art, culture begets culture and creativity begets creativity. By creating a place where Art, Culture and Creativity is celebrated, we believe this will ignite a Renaissance, a positivity and an ambition for the town that’s focused on creating an inspired future built by the entire community.

EmploymentThroughout the entire project from construction to opening and beyond, a range of employment opportunities will be created in hand with new enterprises. With social and charitable aims, reinvestment in our people and our community will be at the heart of what we do.

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Planning Policy Context

NATIONAL AND LOCAL POLICY

Plan extract from the Local Development Plan of Paisley Town Centre development opportunities

Plan extract from the Paisley Town Centre Asset Strategy

“The new Performing Arts & Film Theatre would be a catalyst for regeneration and diversifi cation and inline with the aspirations of the Local Development Plan.”

National & Strategic Planning ContextOur proposal will aspire to achieve the following 6 qualities of place as defi ned in draft Scottish Planning policy and reinforced by ‘Creating Places’ and ‘Designing Streets’:

- it is distinctive- it is safe and pleasant- it is easy to move around and beyond- it is welcoming- it is adaptable- it is resource effi cent

Renfrewshire Local Development PlanThe Renfrewshire LDP aims to secure the future prosperity of Renfrewshire by promoting sustainable economic development, encouraging and supporting regeneration and coordinating land use change whilst protecting and enhancing the quality of the natural heritage and built environment.

By choosing a brownfi eld site the proposal has the potential to act as a catalyst for the regeneration of a large town centre site. Our proposed Performing Arts & Film Theatre will create jobs, stimulate economic development and assist in the regeneration of the local economy which are the Council’s key priorities.

Paisley Town Centre Asset StrategyRenfrewshire Council published the Paisley Town Centre Asset Strategy and Action Plan in 2014. This sets out an ambitious plan for the regeneration of Paisley Town Centre over the next 10 to 15 years.

The new Performing Arts & Film Theatre supports the vision of the Paisley City Centre Asset Strategy by developing a platform for the expansion of Paisley’s rich and dynamic performing arts sector.

The Asset Strategy identifi es the potential for the development of a permanent theatre as one of their key objectives. Our proposal could be the signature project which fullfi lls this objective while enusring wider community and economic benefi ts for Paisley and reinforcing the viability of Paisley’s existing Theatre Groups such as PACE.

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ARTS, EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY

Curriculum for ExcellenceThe Curriculum for Excellence seeks to ensure that all young people from ages 3-18 develop their capacities to become: successful learners; confi dent individuals; responsible citizens and effective contributors. Our proposal would support the Curriculum for Excellence by :

• Allowing young people to spend more time to broaden their learning and apply their knowledge and skills in a variety of conditions.

• Providing a platform for Expressive Arts which is one of the 8 curriculum.

• Creates opportunities for children to be creative and imaginative in a range of environments.

• Allowing young people to enjoy the energy and excitement of performing and presenting for different audience and being part of an audience for others.

Renfrewshire Tackling Poverty Commission ReportRenfrewshire’s Community Plan sets a target of reducing child poverty to no more that 15% by 2023, the proposal enables the commission’s action plan by supporting the following actions :

• Providing access and welcome to all Communities.

• Participate in efforts to ensure poverty does not impact on health, education and employment potentials, particularly for young people.

• Build strong partnerships between education providers and local industry to improve vocational pathways and meaningful work experience.

Creative Scotland’s 10 Year PlanThe goals of the new Paisley Performing Arts and Film Theatre align with the fi ve ambitions of Creative Scotland’s 10 Year Plan particularly:

• Excellence and experimentation across arts, screen and creative industries.

• Everyone can access and enjoy artistic and creative experiences.

• Places and quality of life are transformed through an understanding of the potential of creativity.

Creative Scotland Theatre ReviewFindings highlight a well-developed theatre sector in Scotland but call for efforts to nurture future talent and to help the sector remain sustainable. The new Paisley Performing Arts and Film Theatre fulfi ls a number of the review’s recommendations including:

• Encouraging talent development through establishing training and talent development organisations

• Invest in technical training in partnership with others including HE/FE

• Invest in quality Scottish artistic productions to create new work

• Continue to develop children’s theatre sector and theatre education offer

Creative Scotland Screen Film StrategyCreative Scotland seeks to strengthen and develop Scotland’s creative industries particularly through supporting the education and skills system which supports it. Key priorities include:

• Promote creativity as a core component of learning at statutory and tertiary levels of education, as being central to individual, social, cultural and business development.

• Support learners to build greater awareness and ‘real world’ insight and experience in using creative skills.

• Deliver industry relevant work-based learning in partnership with schools, colleges and universi-ties.

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“The 1700’s were to see the beginning of the transformation of Paisley from a small medieval market town into an international industrial centre. “The modern town of Paisley is located in the historic district of Renfrewshire, some 11 kilometres west of Glasgow and developed beside the White Cart River, at a location where an ancient routeway crossed the ford near Seedhills, the highest navigable point on the river. This route leads south to Ayrshire and Galloway through the Lochwinnoch gap and probably dates back to the prehistoric period.

The town experienced steady growth in the 15th century and that most of the principle thoroughfares were established before 1490; The High Street Mossgait, School Wynd, Stoney Brae, St Mirin’s Wynd and Longait. The oldest of these streets, in all probability, was the High Street, which developed along the line of the King’s Highway to the west of the ford across the White Cart.

By 1784 the combined outputs of the textile industries of linen, cotton and silk had made Paisley the third ranked manufacturing town in Scotland, and it was competing with London to be the national centre for silk production. Later the industry became world famous for its production of silk and cashmere Paisley shawls.

History & Tradition

PAISLEY

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“Fortunately for Paisley and unlike many other towns within Scotland of this size, the quality of the built heritage, and in particular that of buildings which date roughly between 1750 & 1930 is exceptional...” Renfrewshire’s main civic and cultural centre. Offers the most diverse mix of uses and attributes providing a hub for transport, retail, business, community, leisure, heritage, health and educational uses.

Paisley’s remaining medieval townscape is dominated by the Abbey which draws views from the surrounding landscape, hills, the High Street and lanes to the south and east including Forbes Place. This area to the east of the High Street is arguably the earliest visible part of Paisley and bears testament to its early origins.

The White Cart River located nearby has also undoubtedly infl uenced the fortunes of Paisley by providing access by means of a navigable channel. It is considered to be the foundation for Paisley’s development having infl uenced the location of the town’s key buildings.

Appreciating Context

PAISLEY

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A Proud Past And A Promising Future

“As a small town in the West of Scotland, Paisley punches above its weight when it comes to Performing Heritage. At one point the town boasted numerous theatres and 13 cinemas. This has all but gone. However, Paisley is home to a number of wonderful theatre companies and drama groups. The town has continued to develop its talent and the potential to develop this further is there.”

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PAST and PRESENT

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THE SITE

“The Site is located to the rear of the former Arnotts building. It is bound to the North by the railway line to the East by Smithhills Street and the West by Incle Street.”

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“The selected site offers the widest range of options for development. It will have strong visibility, easily accessed for visitors and event organisers and has the potential of creating more than just a building – it’s the creation of a new Cultural and Creative quarter for the town.”

In October 2015, Architects Austin-Smith: Lord, Renfrewshire Council and PCT reviewed local planning policy in Paisley, created an assessment criteria and scoring matrix and undertook a preliminary assessment of six potential sites which were shortlisted from a much longer list. Each of the assessment criteria was weighted to refl ect the importance of that requirement for the site to provide or offer. The higher the weighting, the more critical that aspect of the criteria is to the success of the proposal. Below is a short explanation of each assessment criteria:

• Site Capacity• Visibility• Access for visitors• Access for Events• Regeneration Potential • Ownership Issues• Capacity to Expand• Arrival by Train• Car Parking • Outdoor Space

After carrying out this extensive review and assessment, a preferred site emerged. The ‘backlands’ to the rear of the former Arnotts building scored highest 88/100. The Old Sneddon St Site including the former Carnegies scored 84/100, whilst the Town Hall only scored 67/100.

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THE SITE

SITE

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“The chosen site is centrally located amongst Paisley’s existing Performing Arts Venues creating a brand-new opportunity for a collaborative ‘eco-system’ of arts, cultural, creative and performance spaces in the town.”

Our proposal will not compete with the existing established venues in Paisley instead we intend to complement, collaborate and connect with the existing, working together to ensure that Paisley becomes that destination of choice. Where theatre, cinema, music, comedy, exhibition, food and drink is all on offer.

1_Thomas Coats Memorial Church (1,000 seat capacity - music)The building is currently used for worship as well as services and events ranging from concerts to university graduation ceremonies.

2_Paisley Art Centre (151 seat capacity - theatre)An intimate performing arts venue presenting drama, jazz, folk, comedy, dance and family events throughout the year. Bar and café open to the public.

3_Paisley Town Hall (819 seat capacity / 1035 standing)The hall has been at the heart of Paisley’s artistic and civic life since it opened in 1882. In recent years it has undergone extensive refurbishment and provides a setting for performances, meetings and ceremonies, however it is not currently acoustically or technically equipped for some types of theatrical events.

4_Wynd Auditorium (128-151 seats)The Wynd Centre is a £2.2 million conversion of a Category B listed building which houses the Wynd Auditorium, managed by PACE on behalf of the Wynd Centre Ltd.

5_The Methodist Hall (750 seats)The Methodist Church in Gauze Street has an impressive auditorium spanning two levels as well as other halls on the ground fl oor which can be hired out for functions, courses and exams. The main Church is also suitable for concerts and fi lm screenings 6_Paisley Abbey (350-550 seats)The Abbey has long been known for its relationship with music, from the nationally renowned Paisley Abbey Choir going back to the 1800s to the contemporary Paisley Abbey Concert Series.

7_St Mirin’s Cathedral (200-500 seats)The Church of St Mirin has served the Diocese of Paisley as a Cathedral since 1948. The Cathedral hosts a number of Diocesan and Parish events throughout the year and is open as a venue for musical events.

8_Lagoon Leisure Centre (1’500 seats / 2’000 standing)Arena sports hall.

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BUILDING TYPOLOGIES

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“An unkempt wasteland currently greets 7 million passenger journeys passing through the town by rail. The potential to transform this site and in doing so the perception of the town is obvious and desperately needed.”

Technical assessments include:

Traffi c impact assessmentThe proposal will be professionally assessed in relation to any impact the development may have on the surrounding roads network. The site is currently used for car parking and it is therefore likely that the proposals will eliminate the number of cars entering the site. Ingress and egress from the site has been considered and accommodated.

Skyline impact assessment The proposals will fully integrate with the surrounding townscape, both at street level and in relation to the towns skyline. In fact, Paisley’s historic Skyline has acted as inspiration for the proposed buildings new roofl ine ensuring the new build is ‘of its place’. Stallan Brand have been analysing the development in 3 dimensions, locally and town wide, to understand how the massing of the development can best be designed to enhance the urban context.

Railway noise assessment We understand, from initial considerations carried out, the requirements in relation to noise from the railway and how this can be mitigated through the detailed design proposals.

Site investigationDetailed investigations will need to be carried out on the site to determine, amongst other considerations, the make-up of the land and any potential issues for consideration. At this time we understand that there are no major concerns with development on this site.

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Site Assessment

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ASPIRATIONS

“The intelligent use of public spaces is vitally important and are as much a part of the overall proposal. From vibrant energetic zones, to green spaces and quieter refl ective areas, our proposal has them considered.”

The site offers extensive opportunity to create more than a building.

It’s about Placemaking.

Placemaking involves taking into account the interrelations between the activities, facilities and users in surrounding area then fi ne-tuning the proposal with landscape changes to make all of those elements mesh. The end result should be a cohesive proposal that creates greater value for the community than just the sum of its parts.

Our proposal addresses these placemaking aims. We aspire to create an inclusive, accessible destination that offers a wide range of engagement for all age groups. A place that calls to the heart and soul of individuals and communities alike.

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LOCATION PLAN

“Paisley has no better location nor area with greater potential than our preferred site. Whilst other options for its redevelopment may be possible, none possess the imagination and transformational potential as ours. ”

Situated between Smithhills Street and Lawn Street / Incle Street, the preferred site for our proposals is the car park and wasteland to the rear of the former Arnotts store.

The site capacity is considerable. There is access from Lawn Street, Smithhills street, Incle Street and via the railway arch at Weir Street. There is also a new proposed road connecting Smithhills Street to Lawn street which will offer a new opportunity for the proposals.

There is also excellent pedestrian access; proximity to Gilmour Street Train Station; great visibility from train; very close proximity to the newly refurbished multi-storey car park on Smithhills Street and excellent road transportation via the one-way system offering the opportunity for drop off/pick up points on Weir Street.

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SITE PLAN

“A unique opportunity exists to create a new place in the town featuring indoor and outdoor spaces that will make full use of the space to create something truly special.”

The site will be divided north to south in 3 sections. Each section will have a clear role to play in the overall scheme. At the heart of the scheme will be the main building encapsulatiing all of the main components including Theatre and fi lm rooms. The building will be constructed parallel to, but away from the Railway line. This will create a unique promenade space to the North of the building, expected to be vibrant and lively.

South of the building will be the opportunity to create a new green space for the town since the formation of Dunn Square in 1894. The Glen Gardens will be formed in honour of the victims of the 1929 disaster when 71 children lost their lives. The garden will feature a refl ection pool and a commissioned, commemorative statue.

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Design Proposals

Technical Review

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“We want our building to offer Paisley a new type of venue providing an inspiring, fl exible and modern stage for local talent young and young at heart.”

These 4 theatres are comparable to the size of the main theatre space proposed within the building. They have inspired our proposal with their fl exible arrangements, considered integration of technical requirements and simple yet alluring design composition.

Dorfman Theatre_LondonThe most fl exible of the National Theatre auditoriums, it is a rectangular room, which can hold up to 450 people. In the pit, the new fl exible seating system can be raised and lowered in minutes to either a steep or shallow rake format; or the seats can be folded away completely to become a fl at fl oor. On three sides of the room there are two levels, the circle and gallery, which look down on the pit. Performances can be staged in a conventional format at one end; in “traverse”, lengthways or across the space; or in the round. Everything is open to change except the circle and gallery.

Gdansk Shakespear Theatre_PolandThe theatre space has three storeys of galleries. Full use is made of modern technology in a retractable roof (which can open or close in three minutes). The space enables a variety of theatrical confi gurations, including thrust stage, proscenium stage and theatre in the round. Seating capacity is up to 600.

Performance Academy_NewcastleThe Performance Academy is one of the UK’s largest education facility to house music, performing arts and media under one roof. The full spectrum of creative activities is catered for in the Academy. It includes a 250-seat main-house theatre, studio theatre, a 200-person music venue, TV studio, radio station, dance studios, acting studios, IT suites, recording studios, music rehearsal studios, production facilities, editing suites, seminar rooms, lecture theatres, staff and meeting rooms, plus the obligatory bar and social meeting areas.

Lappeenranta Theatre_FinlandLappeenranta City Theatre is a provincial repertoire theatre that offers a variety of quality artistic experiences supporting domestic and foreign touring companies. Notably the theater has been built on the top fl oor of a shopping center.

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THEATRE PRECEDENTS

Dorfman Theatre, National Theatre_London Gdansk Shakespeare Theatre_Poland

Performance Academy_Newcastle Lappeenranta Theatre_Finland

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Design Proposal

CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

“The positioning of the building and its programme was key to unlocking the full potential of the site. By arranging the building in a linear manner we have created two public facades which in turn activate two very different public spaces.”

From the outset the decision was taken to offset the new building from the Railway to avoid any nuisance associated with noise or vibration. This defi ned the fi rst public frontage, established the northern edge of the building and the beginnings of the public thoroughfare.

The site boundary to the south of the site follows the line of the adjacent properties creating an irregular shaped edge with a deep plan only possible in the centre of the site. The internal programme, notably the theatre and cinema spaces, were tested in several arrangements using the full depth of the site. However it was found that a linear arrangement of programme, circulation and services created a simple and effi cient building and allowed for a landscaped south facing public space to be created in addition to the northern thoroughfare.

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ORGANISATION OF PROGRAMME

1. Circulation 2. Front of House

3. Cinemas 4. Main & Studio Theatre

5. Back of House & Technical 6. Education Hub

“The programme of the building has been organised to maximise effi ciency, fl exibility and permeability. As a Theatre and Film venue much of the internal accommodation is contained within isolated technical boxes making the connections between and circulation around these contained elements crucial for the success of the building as a whole. ”

1. CirculationThe main circulation runs from East to West linking all the internal function together. The external public realm fi nishes will be used internally blurring the edges between inside and out and promoting movement and views across the building.

2. Front of HouseThe ticket offi ce and restaurant are central to the foyer space with a dedicated bar over two levels projecting into the new public thoroughfare. A roof top bar is located at the top of the fl y tower offering not only a superb venue but exceptional views of Paisley.

3. CinemasThe Cinemas form the edge to Smithhill Street and are grouped to make the circulation as effi cient as possible.

4. Main & Studio TheatreThe 2 theatres sit back to back which offer maximum fl exibility for performances and rehearsals.

5. Back of House & TechnicalThe theatre has a fl y tower and a dedicated technical grid level serving the main theatre to allow maximum fl exibility for performances. The workshop and store allow for easy vehicular access from the rear courtyard.

6. Education HubThe Educational Hub terminates the East end of the building and has it’s own dedicated entrance from the new public promenade.

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FLOOR PLANS

“Split over 3 fl oors the main building will feature a broad schedule of accommodation internally and externally.”

Performance Spaces 500 seat Theatre; Studio Theatre space / Theatre; 170 seat cinema; 120 seat cinema; 3 x 70 seat cinema - all to share combined foyer/circulation space

Front of House Reception Area (open plan with ticket point, shop and general offi ce); Cafe bar (with associated beer store and chair store - 30 covers 10m bar length); Formal dining area; 100 cover restaurant; Public Toilets

Back of House Dressing Rooms-6 of Various Sizes; Green Room; Workshop

Educational Hub Dance Studio x 2; Rehearsal Rooms x 2; Offi ces; Staff Room; Stores; Toilets; Workshop; Dining / Social Area; Teaching Space; Computer Suite

External SpaceGlen Cinema Memorial Gardens; Refl ection pool; Outdoor Performance Space; Promenade

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Second Floor Plan

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FLEXIBLE FLOOR PLAN

“The building has been designed with maximum fl exibility in mind to create a fully fl exible performance and event space. Moving walls and screens will create a diverse range of performance spaces ranging from small intimate sets to the entire building and surrounding landscape becoming the stage. From theatre to awards ceremonies, from

conferences to catwalk shows, the new building will be able to cater for all types of performance. In addition, the building will have 5 cinema screens. These will have a range of seating styles both for capacity and for comfort. Patrons will be able to enjoy the latest blockbuster or catch up with a niche Art House fi lm over a bottle of wine at their seat.”

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CONTEXTUAL SKETChes

“A brand new development transforming a wasteland site and the future opportunities for the community and town. A development to capture the imagination and intrigue. A destination for discovery, entertainment and culture.”

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A BOLD NEW SKYLINE REFLECTING THE HISTORICAL“A signature of the new building are the light cannons used to gather natural sunlight and bring it down into the main body of the building. Located over social, circulation space and housing the fl y-tower these vertical extrusions are designed to create a new skyline silhouette mirroring the famous Paisley Skyline in a contemporary way. ”

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ARCHITECTURAL LANGUAGE

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PUBLIC REALM

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VIEW FROM SMITHHILLS STREET“As part of Paisley’s new Cultural and Creative Quarter, The Promenade will act as the main entrance thoroughfare to the building. However, it will be at night when it comes alive with lights, lasers, advertising, music and entertainment. Train passengers will be attracted to explore this vibrant, energetic place.”

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PUBLIC REALM

VIEW FROM INCLE STREET“Setting the new building back from the railway line not only simplifi es construction, it creates a unique promenade that will play home to a variety of artists, musicians, street performers and pop up food outlets. Light canopies will create a sense of enclosure and act to draw crowds to this new vibrant and bohemian space.”

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PUBLIC REALM

GLEN CINEMA MEMORIAL GARDEN“On 31st December 1929, 71 children perished in the Glen Cinema Disaster. Paisley Community Trust in partnership with Paisley Development Trust will create a memorial garden featuring a commissioned sculpture to embody the innocence of children and the hope and inspiration that the arts and fi lm can provide to their futures.”

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INTERNAL SPACES

MAIN FOYER“This stunning triple height reception foyer with its light cannons above will welcome all patrons into the new building. Hosting the box offi ce, it will also act as the main circulatory route to all locations.”

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INTERNAL SPACES

MAIN THEATRE“At the heart of the new building will be a 500 seat, multipurpose theatre. The theatre will offer state of the art technology and a range of fl exible layouts. It will also contain a fl y tower for ease of set change. From small intimate performances to larger scale productions, the smart black box theatre will be able to house all aspects required.”

STUDIO THEATRE“Mirroring the fl oor size of the main stage, a 150-seat studio theatre will be created. This can act independently, as a rehearsal space or can be opened up and joined to the main theatre to create a larger performance / event space.

NORTH FACADE“The north facade of the building opens up to blur the boundaries between inside and outside, the public realm can become an extension of the stage.”

BAR“Above the main theatre’s fl y tower will be an exclusive bar with panoramic windows offering wonderful views over the town. This bar will be a celebration of culture, the creative arts and Paisley performing heritage.”

FILM THEATRES x 5From our largest 170 seat cinema room to our smaller lounge style 70 seat cinema room, the new development will offer a balance of mainstream and niche art house movies, live events and sports, blended with, and using, modern technology to engage audiences. Programming will ensure a wide appeal with inclusion for all at heart.

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Brand

NOD TO THE PAST

“In creating a brand, PCT were keen to incorporate a subtle nod to the towns rich performing past whilst creating something completely new and fresh. The brand had to create a sense of destination, a place to go to for entertainment and leisure. It also had to appeal to an international audience. In 1978, Paisley born singer-song writer Gerry Rafferty launched his greatest hit to date ‘Baker Street’. No other name provides the connection to Paisley’s rich performing arts heritage and acts as a location name for our proposed development. Baker Street Paisley.”