The Snug
The Snug
Located on the lower level of Paradise in Augustines, The Snug is our most intimate performance space, allowing you to easily connect with your audience. It is ideal for one or two person shows, particularly spoken word and comedy.
Get in TouchSpace Details
Capacity: 30 (raked in a three-quarter-round arrangement)
Stage (WxD): 2.4m x 1.2m
Covered by a black dancefloor. Parts of the stage will need to be kept clear for fire access,
though it can be acted upon. This is shown on the floor plan.
This space does not feature a cross over behind the performance area.
Wing spaces
The Snug does not have wing spaces.
Height to Grid: 3.6m
Access to The Snug
The Snug is located downstairs, via a single width staircase. The audience enters through the side of the auditorium. The front row is all level access. Unfortunately neither The Snug nor our dressing rooms are wheelchair accessible.
Technical Specifications
Lighting
A general wash is provided from 3 sides from full-colour LED profiles. A pair of LED pars are
provided to provide colour above the stage. Control is an ETC Colorsource 20.
2025 Lighting Plan
Sound
A small PA and analogue mixer is available.
A SM58 microphone and stand are available for use.
Projection
1920 x 1080p on a 203 x 115cm (16:9) pull down screen. QLab 5 is available in-house, and a HDMI connection is available at the technical desk for other devices. We recommend using QLab for all video playback.
QLab
QLab 5 on a Mac Mini is available for playback of sound and projection from the technical desk.
Storage
Each show is allocated a designated storage area of roughly 30cm by 30cm by 30cm for some small props near the performance space.
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The Sanctuary
The Sanctuary is our largest space, fantastic for large cast musical productions.
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The Studio
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The Vault
The Vault is framed by a beautiful proscenium arch, ideal for smaller cast shows.
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The Annexe
The Annexe contains a black box stage adaptable to your needs, often containing new writing or dance.
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