Byham Theater Tech Specs

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CONTACT INFORMATION

AUDITORIUM INFORMATIONSeat CountSeating ChartTechnical Holds

LOCATION / APPROACH / ACCESS

LOADING DOCKS

Main Dock

STAGE SPECIFICATIONSDimensionsConstructionRiggingSoft Goods InventoryLine Sets

ELECTRICSControl and DimmingCompany SwitchDMX and Transfer Lighting InventoryRepertory PlotAccessories Dimmer Schedule

SOUNDMain systemInventoryCommunication

ClearComPaging/ProgramRadio Frequency Coordination Policy

FIRE & PYROTECHNICS

CONSOLE LOCATIONSStage Managers Console Road Console Placement

WARDROBE & LAUNDRY

DRESSING ROOMSLocationCapacity

REHEARSAL STUDIOS

GREEN ROOM (none on site)

STAGE RISERS / TABLES / PODIUMS / CHAIRS

CHAIN MOTORS / PERSONNEL LIFTS / LADDERS

ORCHESTRA PITCapacityDimensionsEquipmentPianos

DANCE EQUIPMENT

FOGGERS (none on site)

PROJECTION SYSTEM

WIRELESS INTERNET

Byham Theater Technical SpecificationsRevised April 2011Page 1 of 22

ByhaM THEATERTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

BYHAM THEATERCONTACT INFORMATION

Theater Address: 101 Sixth StreetPittsburgh, PA 15222

Mailing Address: 803 Liberty AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15222

Shipping Address: For package shipping, please call for details

Administration: 412-456-1350FAX: 412-456-1365Ticketing: 412-456-6666 (public)

The Byham Theater employs Union stagehands; Union contract is with I.A.T.S.E., Local #3.

AUDITORIUM INFORMATION

SEAT COUNT

Orchestra Level:Orchestra Pit, upstage (rows AA & BB) 24

Orchestra Pit, downstage (rows A&B) 46

Orchestra (rows C-U) 536

Boxes (9 total) 28 Balcony Level:

Mezzanine (rows AA-FF) 238

Gallery (rows A-N) 430Total Seats 1302

This theater is in compliance with the ADA Act, and provides assistive listening devices for patrons with hearing disabilities. The system is infrared.


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SEATING CHARTByham TheaterOrchestra Level


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TECHNICAL HOLDSThe Orchestra Pit (rows AA, BB, A, B) and Orchestra rows S, T, U + Box 111 are released for sale by our Production Department after advancing technical needs.

SEATING CHARTByham TheaterBalcony Level


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LOCATION / APPROACH /ACCESS

The Byham Theater is located in Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, between Sixth and Seventh Streets, Penn Avenue and Fort Duquesne Boulevard

The Marquee & public entrance is at the corner of Fort Duquesne Boulevard and Sixth StreetArtist Entrance is located on Fort Duquesne Boulevard halfway between Sixth and Seventh Streets under the text “OHIO” found on the building’s mural Pass-code access is available at this doorLoading dock is upstage right, on Barkers Place with access from Seventh Street

For navigational search tools, use 101 Sixth Street, Pittsburgh PA 15222.


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LOADING DOCK

MAIN DOCKLocation: Upstage right

Dimensions: 8' w x 10' h (dock plate only – no leveler)

Dock height: between 5' and 6' above street level, depending on truck type

Trucks: (1) at a time

Cable pass: (2) 4" diameter pass-through doors located adjacent to the dock door

Shore power: Not available

Loading ramps: (1) 12' x 3'-4", 2500 lb. capacity

Loading dock is on Barkers Place and may be approached from Seventh Street. The Seventh Street access way is shared with a parking garage (large trucks or buses must back in from SeventhStreet). Please advance all production vehicle parking and access prior to arrival. Any additionalparking will require prior arrangement. Multiple vehicles may require City of Pittsburgh permits and police assistance.

VIEW FROM SEVENTH STREET

BARKERS PLACE DOOR


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STAGE SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONSWidth of proscenium: 32'-0"Depth of apron: 3'-1"Depth of stage (from curtain line): 40'-0"Depth of stage (to US catwalk): 36'-0"Width of stage house (Center to SL wall): 40'-0"Width of fly gallery (Center to SL jump): 30'-0"Width of stage house (Center to SR wall): 39'-0"Width of fly gallery (Center to SR jump): 29'-0"Height of grid: 78'-3"Height of proscenium: 30'-8"Height of fly galleries: 26'-4"The stage is RAKED at 0.716ºElevation at US wall is +0’-6"Orchestra pit capacity: full pit = approx 40

half pit= approx 20Orchestra pit floor to stage deck: 9'-2"Auditorium floor to stage deck: 3'-2"Balcony rail to DS edge of stage, horizontally: 46'-06"Spot/projection booth to DD edge of stage: 110'

CONSTRUCTIONThe Byham stage is a sprung floorThe top layer is Harlequin Hi-grade vinyl (gray) This floor is not trappable$50 lag fee/per hole


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RIGGINGCounterweight fly system located on the stage right wall (t-track arbors)(66) counterweight sets – 1600 lb. capacity

(linesets 45 – 66 are double purchase)Batten lengths: 52'-0" Gridiron: Rated for a maximum suspended load of 75,000 poundsBridling is not permittedThere are no rigging points downstage of the plaster lineHouse curtain: (green velour - vertical rising, SL deck operation)Linesets can be diverted

SOFT GOODS INVENTORY(5) black Dante-IFR (black velour) borders: 50'-0" w x 15'-0" h no fullness with pipe pocket(10) black Dante-IFR (black velour) legs: 10'-0" w x 35'-0" h no fullness with pipe pocket(5) black velour borders: 42'-0" w x 10'-0" h no Fullness with pipe pocket(9) black velour legs: 8'-0" w x 30'-0" h no fullness with pipe pocket(10) black velour legs: 8'-0" w x 26'-0" h no fullness with pipe pocket(1) black sharkstooth scrim: 42'-0" w x 30'-0" h with pipe pocket(1) black sharkstooth scrim: 50'-0" w x 35'-0" h with pipe pocket(1) seamless RP sheet (cyclorama): 42'-0" w x 30'-0" h vinyl – ivory with pipe pocket(1) black velour traveler: 42'-0" w x 30'-0" h 100% fullness with chain(1) black velour utility drop: 42'-0" w x 30'-0" h no fullness with pipe pocket(1) natural muslin bounce: 42'-0" w x 30'-0" h natural with pipe pocket


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LINE SETS

ELECTRICS

CONTROL AND DIMMINGETC Obsession 1500 lighting console (Software version 2.4.3) with three universes of DMX

Note: The system utilizes ETC DIMMER DOUBLING on universes one and two

(334)ETC sensor dimmers: 2.4k (20amp, stagepin circuits)

(10) ETC sensor dimmers: 6k (50amp, stagepin circuits)

COMPANY SWITCH(2) 400 amp 208v 3-phase switches

Stage left on the fly floor (feeder run distances: 75' to mid-stage left deck 200' to mid-stage right deck

(1) 200 amp 208v 3-phase switch, upstage left cams only(1) 200 amp 208v 3-phase switch, upstage left cams only (SOUND – isolated ground)

DMX AND TRANSFER PANELThe Byham uses universes of DMX to drive its dimmer racks (one for FOH and one for stage)DMX inputs are located in the light booth (services FOH mix) or backstage DSL & DSRDMX is all five pinUtilizes ETC dimmer doubling(36) 20amp FOH stagepin circuits may be intercepted by stagepin connectors at the SL fly floor

INSTRUMENT INVENTORYPlease see the house repertory plot for location and placement of fixtures.

Quantity Gel frame size

ETC Source Four 36º 550w (dimmer doubled) (76) 6.25"ETC Source Four 26º 550w (dimmer doubled) (64) 6.25"ETC Source Four 19º 550w (dimmer doubled) (52) 6.25"ETC Source Four PAR 550w (dimmer doubled) (40) 7.5"ETC Source Four 25-50º 550w (dimmer doubled) (60) 7.5"

(zoom)PAR 64 (12 silver parcam 1K (inquire for current beam spreads) (12) 10"L&E Fresnel 8" 1K (38) 10"L&E 6' T-3 striplights 2K/circuit (2 cell/circuit) (5) 13" x 9"

(4 circuits)L&E 7' T-3 striplights 2.25K/circuit (3 cell/circuit) (5) 13" x 9"

(3 circuits)L&E 8' MR-16 striplights 750w/circuit (10 cell/circuit) (4) 4-5/8" x 31/4"

(4 circuits)Lycian M-2 medium throw 2.5K HMI (in spot booth) (2)

followspots


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REPERTORY PLOT Please contact Byham Production Department for repertory plot and information.Any adjustment to the plot will require a restore

ACCESSORIES (55) ETC Source Four type-A template holders (sandwich style)(16) ETC Source Four iris kits(32) 8" barndoors(36) 7.5" tophats(4) Altman hi-stands/rovers(18) Edison female to stagepin male adapters(7) stagepin female to Edison male adapters

DIMMER SCHEDULE Not applicable, please advance


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SOUND

MAIN SYSTEM Control MIDAS XL-4

(46) mono mic/line input modules(2) stereo input modules

System Processing and AmplificationRenkus-Heinz x310 single channel processorKlark-Teknik 9848QSC and Crest amplifierst.c. electronics EQ and delay

LoudspeakersHouse cluster: (2) Renkus-Heinz C-1A hi-mid modules and one (1) low moduleFront fill: (4) Renkus-Heinz TRX81Orchestra fill: (4) Martin W8C, three-way, tri-amplified cabinetsSubwoofers: (4) Martin WS2A subwoofersUnder balcony: Atlas/Soundolier EQ818 T 167 (in two zones)Monitors: (6) Ramsa WSA-200

(2) JBL MR802

Outboard Audio Processingdbx 903 compressor/limitersdbx 904 noise gatest.c. electronics D-twot.c. electronics M3000 multi-effects processorYamaha SPX900 multi-effects processorYamaha SPX990 multi-effects processorBSS Audio Opal series FCS-966 stereo equalizers

Audio PlaybackTascam 302 Dual Cassette DeckSony CDP-D12-1-RU variable speed CD playerTascam CD-O1U variable speed CD playerTascam CD-RW5000 CD player/recorderSony MDS-JE520 Mini Disc deckSony MDS-JE440 Mini Disc deck


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INVENTORY DI’s, Microphones & StandsShure SM-57Shure SM-58Shure SM-91AAKG D112AKG 414B-ULSAKG 451EB preamps with cardioid capsules and shotgun capsulesAKG 460 preamps with cardioid capsules and omni capsules(2) Shure UHF-R wireless with handheld and bodypack transmittersAKG Boom standsRound base straight standsDesktop stands

COMMUNICATION ClearCom (1) ClearCom SB-440, 4-ch base station

(Backup: ClearCom SB-412 4-channel base station)(1) HME System 800 Wireless Headset system with (4) belt packs(10) Beyer DT-108 single muff headsets(1) Beyer DT-109 double muff headsets(10) ClearCom RS 501 belt packs

All ClearCom locations throughout the theater can be accessed at DSL or DSR utilizing XLR patch panelsSystem also accepts line level signal

Paging/Program

Distributed through out the dressing rooms and the support building


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Radio Frequency Coordination PolicyUse of Radio Frequency (RF) Equipment by Visiting Productions and Prior Frequency Coordination

1 In an effort to ensure all events and users are able to avoid radio frequency (RF) interference withproduction and venue related RF equipment, it is required without exception that ALL RF transmis-sion equipment to be brought into or onto venue property by any visiting production, except thatlisted in the “RF Transmission Equipment Exception List”, be coordinated with Byham Theater AudioDepartment at least (1) week prior to load in.

2 All visiting production’s RF transmission equipment shall comply with all pertinent Federal Communi-cations Commission (FCC) rules and regulations in effect at the time of load in and for the durationof the production. Byham Theater reserves the right to examine and test the visiting production’s RFtransmission equipment at any time it is scheduled to be used on venue property to insure conform-ity with manufacturer’s performance specifications, compliance with FCC technical requirements, todetermine interference potential, and/or to determine suspect interference.

3 Under no circumstances will the Byham Theater permit, authorize or otherwise tolerate the operationof any transmission equipment which has as its primary purpose to jam or otherwise restrict the operation of cellular/PCS or pager services in the frequency range of 698MHz - 2000MHz (2GHz).

4 Failure to coordinate the visiting production’s RF transmission equipment with the venue prior to loadin may result in the delay of, or forbiddance to use the RF equipment. Byham Theater reserves theright to take such action as it believes reasonably necessary in order to prevent operation of saidequipment until the coordination and/or interference issues can be resolved, or to secure the transmission equipment until it can be removed from the venue.

5 For the purposes of prior coordination, the visiting production shall provide the following detailed RF transmission equipment information to The Byham Theater Audio Department at least (1) weekprior to load in:

a) Contact name and mobile telephone number and/or e-mail address of individual responsible for visiting production’s RF transmission equipment

b) The manufacturer, model, specific frequency bandsplit(s) or pre-programmed frequencies (if applicable) of each piece of RF transmission equipment to be operated on venue property by the production

c) Quantities of each item in paragraph 4a

d) If RF transmission equipment is capable of variable RF power output, proposed power level for use on venue property must be indicated for each piece of RF transmission equipment

e) Posed frequencies for use as a result of any pre-determined frequency band plan


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Radio Frequency Coordination Policy (continued)

6 Partial list of RF transmission equipment subject to prior coordination:- Two-way radios operating in any frequency range, including 800MHz ESMR (Nextel) and conventional trunking radios

- Wireless microphones operating in any frequency range- Wireless in-ear-monitors (IEM) operating in any frequency range- Wireless intercom operating in any frequency range- Wireless cueing and/or interruptible foldback (IFB) operating in any frequency range- Assisted listening systems operating in any frequency range- Wireless video systems operating in any frequency range- Wireless programmable logic controllers (PLC) operating in any frequency range- Wireless data modems operating in any frequency range- Wireless automation control operating in any frequency range- Wireless lighting and DMX control operating in any frequency range- Wireless control of any type operating in any frequency range- Wireless access point/router (WAP / Wi-Fi) operating in any frequency range- Bi-directional amplifiers/systems for ESMR (Nextel)/cellular/PCS services- Microwave ovens- Any RF device operating in any frequency range not listed in “RF Transmission Equipment Exception List”

7 Any visiting production RF transmission equipment operating in the following frequency ranges aresubject to prior coordination:- 100kHz - 806MHz- 896MHz - 901MHz- 902MHz - 930MHz- 935MHz - 940MHz- 944MHz - 952MHz- 2400MHz - 2485MHz (2.4GHz - 2.485GHz)- 5030MHz - 5350MHz (5.03GHz - 5.35GHz)- 5470MHz - 5830MHz (5.47GHz - 5.83GHz)

8 RF Transmission Equipment Exception List:- Cellular (700/800/850MHz) and PCS (1700/1800/1900/2100MHz) [subscriber] phones- Wi-Fi wireless client devices, such as computers and PDAs

9 The following template may be used to submit visiting production RF transmission equipment toByham Theater Audio Department. Information sheets already composed by visiting production maybe submitted so long as it contains the complete information as detailed in paragraph 5.

10 RF Equipment information, as well as any inquiry regarding this policy or the information to be provided must be submitted to Byham Theater Audio Department at:

[email protected] FAX: 412-325-2170 (attention Greg Brooks)


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PYROTECHNICS & FIRE

All facilities must apply for live flame (any open flame in a public space) or Pyrotechnics permitswith the City of Pittsburgh Fire Bureau. Please advance with the Production Department.

CONSOLE LOCATIONS

STAGE MANAGERS CONSOLE / VIDEO SUPPORT Location: Downstage left Equipped with: Clear Com

Cue light systemAudio monitorB/W video (infrared) stage monitorB/W video orchestra pit / conductor

Front of House Color Video(1) Sony color video camera(1) JVC SR-DVM 600 DV/HDD/DVD recorder(2) Sony PVM-1354Q color video monitors(1) tripod

ROAD CONSOLE Location: Open air boxes at the rear of

the house are available(Box 111, Orchestra Center left side, is 9' w x 5'-8" d)

Seats may also be removed at the rear of the Main Floor (Orchestra Center rows S, T and U) for FOH mixing console.These rows are always held by our Ticketing Department and released by our Production Department as each show is advanced.


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WARDROBE / LAUNDRY

Basement level wardrobe/laundry/work areaEquipment: (2) washers

(2) dryersSteamersIrons and boardsRolling wardrobe racks

Laundry access through FOH elevator, orchestra pit lift, and stairs

DRESSING ROOMS

The Byham Theater provides finished dressing facilities for up to (35) performers

DRESSING ROOMSStage level (2) Four-person rooms with toilet, sink, shower, telephone(1) ADA toilet room

Second Floor (2) Four-person rooms with sink, telephone(1) Seven-person room with sink, telephone(2) Toilet/shower rooms

Third Floor (2) Six-person rooms with toilet, sink, shower, telephone,

(No lights around mirrors)


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REHEARSAL STUDIOS

The Benedum Center for the Performing Arts 412-456-2600 has various size rehearsal rooms for rent.

STORAGELimited space backstage and in the basement, via orchestra pit lift or FOH elevator

GREEN ROOM

Byham Theater does not have a designated Green Room.

STAGE RISERS / TABLES / PODIUMS / CHAIRS

RISERS(13) 8' x 4' x (8", 16", 24", 32" legs)(2) 4' x 4' x (8", 16", 24", 32" legs)

TABLES 8' x 2'-6"6' x 2'-6" 4' x 2'5' round

PODIUM (1) Medium brown stained natural wood finish

Accommodates placard size 30" w x 18" h(1) Medium amber stained natural wood finish

Pedestal style (12" column)


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CHAIN MOTORS / PERSONNEL LIFTS / LADDERS

CHAIN MOTORSByham does not underhang inverted motors below the grid.

LIFTS(1) 30' personnel lift – JLG AM30Man lifts must drop and roll with outriggers in place.

LADDERS(4) 6' A-frame ladders (2) 8' A-frame ladders(1) 10' A-frame ladder(1) 12' A-frame ladder(1) 20' Extension ladder


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ORCHESTRA PIT

Capacity: full pit = approx 40 half pit = approx 20

Pit depth: 9'-2" Equipment: (1) Conductor’s rostrum and podium

(42) Music Stands(48) Padded Orchestra ChairsMusic stand clip-lights

PIANOS(1) 7' Steinway B Grand Piano with padded bench(1) Kimball upright

DANCE EQUIPMENT

(1) Rosco floor (black/grey)(3) Portable ballet barres (7'-6" long)

The entire stage floor is sleeper-based, or “sprung”

FOGGERS

Byham Theater has no foggers in inventory


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PROJECTION SYSTEM

(2) Norelco AA, 35mm/70mmLenses for the following aspect ratios: 1.33/1.37, 1.66, 1.85, 2.35, 70mm

(1) 17'-0" h x 33'-0" w front projection screenhung on set #3

(1) Dolby Stereo Surround Sound System

WIRELESS INTERNET

Wireless internet access is available throughout stage and dressing rooms System is pass code protected


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