Decision Maker: Assistant Director (Economic Growth & Leisure)
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
Although being regularly redecorated, the
Princes Theatre dressing rooms have not had any serious renovation
in the last 16 years. As well as this, due to being situated below
ground level they have, in the past, flooded resulting in damp and
the associated problems. As such they are tired and in need of
modernisation. Dressing rooms are a very important aspect of the
theatre’s portfolio of assets and well-appointed rooms will
mean a greater uptake of hires, not only professional shows but
also local hires and weddings.
It is proposed that the refurbishment takes into consideration new
technologies ensuring features such as USB outlets for mobile
device charging, show intercom so stage can communicate, stage
video so the cast when not on performing, can keep track of where
they are in the show and other devices and furniture that is now
expected as standard in a professional theatre’s dressing
rooms.
To send out requests for quotations to outside
contractors, evaluate and award contract based on the bidders
ability to demonstrate best value whilst meeting the specification
made by the General Theatre Manager - Technical.
Option 1 – To not renovate and expect
long term loss in potential hire revenue and increased cost
associated with maintaining substandard facilities.
Option 2 – To modernise a key asset to ensure the theatre
continues to provide an excellent service for its users.
(preferred)
Publication date: 23/09/2024
Date of decision: 23/09/2024
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