The Emmanuel Theatre

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The Emmanuel Theatre

At a Glance

Client

Emmanuel Education Ltd

Completed

June 2012

Location

Carrara QLD

Type of Service

Construct Only

Project Value

$6.7m

Project Details

Having successfully completed 2 previous stages at Emmanuel College, Alder Constructions was entrusted with the delivery of the College’s flagship project – The Emmanuel Theatre auditorium.

The construction of the new 469 seat, state-of-the-art auditorium was logistically challenging due to the tight site constraints. The building footprint was bordered by two multi-level operational classroom blocks, performing arts centre, 6m high retaining wall and Chapel, with single lane access road. This project was successfully delivered despite tight site constraints with minimal disruption to school activities.

2012 Master Builders Regional Award Winner

Scope of Works

Full fly tower with electrical operation of all hoisting and lighting bars.
State of the art audio visual system that has been designed to accommodate future expansion.
Operable orchestra lift which maximises flexibility usage in theatre, lecture, stage extension and orchestra modes.
In ground 60,000L rainwater storage tank located beneath the seating area that is used to provide flush water to the Auditorium’s amenities.
Basement area includes toilets and provides storage for props, costumes, dressing rooms and dance class facilities.
Three sound proof rooms are located on the 1st floor that are utilised for music tuition for the students along with a theatre managers office
Ground retention engineering solutions.
Feature timber Tasmanian myrtle acoustic wall cladding and ceiling deflection panels.
Fire system for this building included sprinklers, hydrant pump with 90,000L in ground storage tanks, smoke exhaust system and full back to base FIP.
All external walls were 200mm thick Hebel panels to satisfy local council acoustic requirements.