The Auditorium, versatile
for different types of performances and with a seating capacity
of 1368 audiences, is the pride of the Town Hall. It has a stage
area of 323 square metres measuring 19 metres in width, 17 metres
in depth and 9.9 metres in height. With the two wings each offering
an area of approximately 300 square metres, the stage layout
is convertible and can effectively cater for different production
requirements.
Other main features include adjustable sound enclosures to fit
orchestras of different sizes.
For proscenium
performances, the stage is equipped with a flying system for
the putting up of scene curtains, sufficient for large scale
production.
The first two rows of seats in the seating area may be removed
for easy conversion into an orchestral pit to accommodate a
maximum of 70 musicians.
The backstage
area is equipped with six single and seven communal dressing
rooms, an advanced computerized lighting system complete with
120 circuit , and a sophisticated sound system with a 24-channel
mixer.
The
state-of-the-art fixture and equipment of the Auditorium guarantee
superb audio-visual enjoyment for cultural programmes. With
the magnificent stage and a large seating capacity, it is
also an ideal venue for holding large-scale gatherings and
graduation ceremonies.
