Auditoria
The term auditoria is a common reference for music, theater, and other performances. The term is also used to describe a variety of seating arrangements, including Stalls, Orchestra, Arena, and Thrust stage. A bibliographical selection of related books is also included. These books provide context for auditoria’s use in English literature. The coverage of auditoria in international and national press is also included.
Stalls
A theatre’s seating arrangement determines how many people sit in each row. In an auditorium, the front row is roughly half the width of the back row, while the rear rows are about the same width. Seating is classified into two types: continental and multiple-aisle. Both types have guidelines that must be followed. In a multiple-aisle theatre, there are 14 to 16 seats per row, and there must be aisle access on both sides.
The acoustic performance of an auditorium is affected by many factors, including the shape and size of the stage. Internal finishes, thermal insulation, and external climatic conditions also affect sound quality. Auditoriums must meet strict ventilation standards, which include recycled conditioned air. The minimum air supply per occupant is 8 litres per second. Stalls in an auditorium may be raised by adding balconies or side walls. Proscenium theaters often add side walls to increase seating capacity.
The acoustic quality of an auditorium is important in an important performance. A well-designed acoustic design will make the performance better. A good acoustic diffusion is essential, and sound amplifiers rarely improve this. A wooden balcony over the stalls is usually supported by wooden corbels. The balcony is not open to the public, but can be used for technical equipment.
Acoustical considerations should be part of the auditorium’s planning process. These considerations can help preserve the architectural heritage of the auditorium. A good acoustic design will keep sound from leaking out of the auditorium.
Orchestra
A new study examines the performance of a chamber orchestra in a concert hall by considering how the acoustic conditions of the stage affect the sound field. The findings highlight the importance of reverberance, a measurable property of sound fields. Often, physical acoustic measurements are conducted on empty stages, which does not reflect the actual performance of an orchestra.
The shell of an orchestra is a wooden structure with a visual ceiling that is transondent and acoustically diffused. The visual ceiling masks the upper ceiling, which has plaster ridges with diffusive properties. Between these two ceilings, there are lighting catwalks and ductwork. The acoustics of the shell are largely controlled by the placement of the acoustic reflectors, which are hung across the hall. Two rows of these shields are permanently above the orchestra and audience. Their role is to provide clarity for high frequencies, while avoiding bass.
Arena
The Arena auditoria is one of the specialist music titles published by Mark Allen Group, the publishers of Gramophone, the definitive publication in the field of classical music. The titles also share synergies with Stadia, the definitive publication on stadium design. This means that the readers of one will benefit from the other.
There are two ways to audit an arena. One way is through an internal audit. The other way is through an external audit. If you want to avoid fraud, it is important to have an outsider audit the venue. The auditors will be able to check whether any irregularities were detected. If the auditors find that there are irregularities, they should be able to report them to the Fiscalia.
The auditors from the Caiafa have been critical of the government under Tabare Vazquez and the Football Association. The auditors have also accused the government of being biased and lacking independence. As a result, the Minister of Hacienda is implementing legislation to strengthen the Corte of Cuentas and ensure that it is able to do its job properly.
The seating arrangement in an arena is typically more intimate than in a conventional theater, due to the fact that it is often surrounded by aisles. The seating in an arena is usually symmetrical or concentric, making it ideal for a broad range of performances.
Thrust stage
A thrust stage is a stage with an audience area on one side and a backstage behind the background wall. In many cases, there are entrances and exits in the backstage area, so the audience can easily exit the stage. The thrust stage is also common in modern music halls, where the stage and audience are surrounded by three sides of background walls. Thrust stage is higher than the central stage, so that the audience has better sightlines to the actor on stage.
The thrust stage is similar to an end stage, but may be square or rectangular in shape. While both have audience seating in front of the stage, the audience is typically located on the sides of the proscenium. In addition to this, a thrust stage is similar to an end stage, but extends further into the seating area of the auditorium. This design allows for larger scenic elements at the rear of the stage, which allows for better sightlines from the audience.
Thrust stage theatres are also known as courtyard or open stage theatres. Thrust stage theatres have a seating area surrounding three sides, but the audience is typically located on two adjoining sides or adjacent. In addition to this, they often have a rectangular, trapezoidal, or semicircular shape. The audience can enter from the sides of the theatre, which makes for a more intimate experience for both performers and audiences.
Platform stages
Platform stages are raised areas inside a building used for a variety of purposes. They can be used for worship, music and plays, as well as lecturers and speakers. These platforms can be movable or permanent, and are typically made of plywood, vinyl or laminate. A stage may also contain scenery, overhead hanging curtains and other stage effects, other than lighting. The construction of the stage is typically the same as that of the stage floor.
Platform stages in auditoria are often referred to as thrust stages. This kind of stage is surrounded on three sides by the audience, and is connected to the backstage area via an upstage end. It is popular for many types of events in which intimacy is a priority, like worship services, motivational speaking engagements and children’s events.
Platform stages in auditoria differ from proscenium stages in several ways. First, the proscenium stage features an arched, architectural frame. In addition, the proscenium is often deep and sloped away from the audience. Second, platform stages have a raised rectangular platform at one end of the room, which may be level or sloped. These stages are commonly used in multi-purpose halls.
Some stage spaces feature props and lighting, while others are more minimal in design. These types of stage spaces are known as “flexible theaters” or black box theaters, and are ideal for a variety of purposes.
Hippodromes
Hippodromes are large public venues with tiered seating in the middle. This layout is similar to circuses. The audience sits in rows facing the stage. Historically, Hippodromes were used for musical and theatrical performances. Some theatres had more than one stage. The ring in the middle was used to perform a play. Some of these structures were adapted to other uses, such as circuses.
Hippodromes are unique structures. They were often dug into the side of a hill, and had tiers of seats. The end was either curved, similar to a modern-day racetrack, or squared off. Most of these structures are still standing today, in cities and ancient settlements, but are not used for athletics or other public activities.
Hippodromes were a popular form of entertainment in the nineteenth century. The Birmingham Hippodrome was built in 1894, but is not the only Hippodrome designed by the practice. The architectural firm Owen and Ward designed several auditoria, but only two of them are still in use today. They designed the Hippodrome Theatre in Darlington, which is Grade II listed, and the Palace of Varieties in Shildon. The Hippodrome was founded by Signor Pepi, a theatre impresario. His network of music halls in northern England included several large theatres and music halls. In addition to the production of live theatre, Signor Pepi developed a special film projection system, called the pepiscope. The Hippodrome Theatre opened with 1,800 people. The opening night show featured Lil Hawthorne.
In 1913, P.T. Barnum built a Roman hippodrome in Manhattan, but his 8000-seat circus paled in comparison to Steele Macay’s Spectatorium. The Spectatorium, built in 1893 in Chicago, was designed as a permanent auditorium for the exposition.
