Dates: 1837 – present
Official website: https://www.theatreroyal.co.uk
Many original Victorian features remain, including a star trap.
Equipment
1971 (from The Stage Guide)
Electrics: Strand Grand Master SL perch. Dimmers – 92 (250W to 3kW). Circuits – FOH 7 (5 on Circle front, 2 on side of Dress Circle); Flies 10 and battens; Stage dips 19. Socket type 15A BESA. Total capacity to stage – 400A on 1 phase. Special effects supply – 200A on 1 phase. Follow spots – either side of Balcony, Patt.93. Footlights can be covered.
Links to information about equipment at Theatre Royal, Newcastle over the years
Documents
Restoration: Newcastle Theatre Royal (December 2011)
[External Website]
From Lighting & Sound International