Rooms for hire at the Compass Theatre

Compass Auditorium

The Compass Theatre has a modern auditorium and stage (5.5 x 7.6 metres) equipped with a full range of technical facilities, including lights, sound equipment, amplifiers and speakers. The stage also includes a large screen for showing films.

The hire of the stage comes with the use of 2 dressing rooms.

The auditorium measures 11 x 11 metres and contains raked retractable seating for 158 people, with everyone guaranteed a clear view of the stage. The space also offers cabaret seating configuration, which allows for smaller audiences of up to 80 to be seated at tables for events that suit a more informal layout.

The auditorium can also be used with the seating retracted for parties and ceremonies to accommodate up to 300 people standing. With the seating retracted, this space also makes for an ideal area for events, such as band nights.

  • Standard - 140 to 158 seats, including 2 wheelchair spaces (exact amount varies depending on technical requirements)
  • End stage - 65 to 78 seats (performing on floor, normally without use of main stage)
  • Cabaret - 80 seats (10 tables x 8 seats)
  • Unreserved standing - maximum 200 (subject to licensing)

Accessibility: The green room has level (non-exclusive) access both from inside and outside, and is fitted with an induction loop.

Costs and how to book

Before confirming your hire, please ensure the theatre hire cost information is read and passed on to any relevant members of your group.

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Theatre seats

This theatre has fixed, tiered seating that starts at ground level, with rows going up, step by step, to the back.

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