Technical
On this dedicated page, you have access to a comprehensive list of technical specifications essential for planning and executing a successful show at The Albert Hall.
PLEASE NOTE: The Albert Hall is currently going through an exciting and extensive upgrade of our technical equipment. Therefore, the specs on this page may be out of date. Please contact our Technical Manager for further details.
Technical Specifications
Lighting Plot
PLEASE NOTE: These documents are still being updated
Stage Plans
Seating Plan
Welcome Pack
Technical FAQs
Technical
We have a full LED Lighting Rig, and a Basic Playback Sound System, both of which are ONLY for use by our Technicians.
We recommend Commercial Shows bring their own PA and Engineer.
Please see our Tech Specs Document for further details.
Yes, We have 4 Barrel (Pipe) lines for you to hang your own curtains or equipment off.
All Rigging must comply with the Technical Standards for Places of Entertainment, and a member of Venue Team must be present, and consulted at time of rigging.
Please note: We do not allow you to hang your own House Tabs.
For more information, Please see our Tech Specs Document.
Unfortunately, we do not have a rig which is suitable for flying performers, and therefore, we cannot allow aerial activities from our rig.
However, should you wish to bring your own rig, we will work with you to ensure, we can make it possible. If this is a route you'd like to take, please get in touch.
Unfortunately, due to being a Victorian theatre, we cannot currently provide a level access to backstage.
We hope in the near future to be able to improve our accessibility throughout, however due to the nature of the building, it isn't going to be cheap!
Yes, you may! We also have these available, for use with our lighting system.
Yes, but please ensure you inform us as soon as possible, so that we can put up the relevant signage.
Due to the historical value of our building, we cannot allow naked flames, or Pyrotechnics on our stage.
You may use Smoke / Haze Machines!
No, sorry! Due to previous damage, and the historical value of our building, water effect are banned, however Bubble Machines are allowed.
If you are unsure, please get in touch with our technician, who will advise you.
We may have access to your required equipment, however we cannot meet everyone's needs.
Please email our inhouse technican/programming manager, Ben at technical@thealberthall.co.uk and he will discuss with you. If we cannot provide something, he can generally advise where to find it.
Please email our inhouse technican/programming manager, Ben at technical@thealberthall.co.uk and he will get back to you as soon as possible.
Please Note:
The Albert Hall cannot be held responsible for any costs incurred resulting in information, assumptions or omissions from this web page, and attached documents. It is the responsibility of the visiting company to check critical dimensions, in person, before commissioning scenery. Please check the availability of equipment, and facilities before planning productions around it.
Further Questions
If you have any further questions, please contact our Technical Manager, Ben at technical@thealberthall.co.uk, and he will get back to you as soon as possible.
