John W. H. Bassett Theatre - Metro Toronto Convention Centre

John W. H. Bassett Theatre - Metro Toronto Convention Centre

John W. H. Bassett Theatre
A Hidden Gem in Toronto
Whether the event you are planning is of a grand or intimate nature, the John W. H. Bassett Theatre
offers a warm, yet striking setting that is sure to make a lasting impression on your guests.
Named after the Honorable John W. H. Bassett, a prominent Canadian figure whose philanthropic
efforts included the arts, our state-of-the-art theatre is centrally located in the heart of downtown
Toronto, within the walls of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Sought out and utilized for a vast array of events, our theatrical setting is a blank slate that can be
customized to your liking. Seminars, corporate functions, speaking engagements, cultural shows,
and even high profile televised programs have all shone in the spotlight of the John W. H. Bassett
Theatre, making our venue a highly versatile and desired space.
As with all functions hosted at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, an event booked within our
theatre will be coordinated by one of our dedicated in-house Event Managers. No detail is too small;
their role is to work alongside you, ensuring your event is executed flawlessly, beautifully,
and with ease.
* Photos by Donna Santos Studio at IncentiveWorks
Designed with your needs in mind!
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The John W. H. Bassett Theatre is a state-of-the-art theatrical facility featuring a large professional
stage area and flexible lighting and sound options. Designed to accommodate even the most elaborate
of stage productions, the theatre offers excellent acoustics and unobstructed sightlines from every
plush, high-backed seat in the house.
We can provide you and your event with everything you’ll need for an outstanding performance,
including:
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Other facilities designed to make your event a success include full back-of-house amenities, such as
a green room, a warm-up room, and seven change rooms. Of course, the theatre is fully wheelchair
accessible too!
In a convenient, accessible location
Like the Metro Toronto Convention Centre itself, the John W. H. Bassett Theatre is conveniently
locatedintheheartofdowntownToronto,easilyaccessiblebylocaltransit,majorroadsand
expressways. Our facility has its own dedicated theatre entrance, and we offer 1,700 indoor
parking spaces.
We are at the very centre of Toronto’s vibrant entertainment district, and you’ll find a wide variety
ofmajorattractionsjustoutsideourdoor.Thecity’sfinesthotels,restaurantsandshopsarewithin
walkingdistancetoo–juststepsawayforyouandyourgueststoenjoyaftertheshow!
With versatility and flexibility as our goal
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Our theatre has been designed as a multi-purpose, flexible facility. We offer comfortable seating for a
variety of audience sizes – from small, intimate groups of 300 up to groups as large as 1,232 people.
This versatility makes ours the venue of choice for a wide variety of events annually – concerts,
theatrical productions, countless TV specials, corporate meetings and presentations, product
launches and nationally televised award shows all prefer the John W. H. Bassett Theatre.
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Lifting arm seat ( ) *For details see Technical Guidelines, A. Seating.
Total theatre seat count: 1,232
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WEST
FREIGHT
ELEVATOR
John W. H. Bassett Theatre | Stage / Backstage
John W. H. Bassett Theatre | Side View
A. SEATING
D. ORCHESTRA PIT
*Special notes
– Wheelchair seating is available on the
Orchestra Level behind row T, with space
on either side to accommodate up to 2
wheelchairs. Row T seat 2, Row T seat 43
and Row H seat 3 have an outer armrest
that lifts up to allow wheelchair attendees
to transfer from their wheelchair into
the seat.
E. FLY INFORMATION
Total line sets:
• 32withcounterweights
• Loadcapacity:1,300lbsevenlydistributed
• Operationmanualcounterweight
• Lengthofpipe–58’(with3’extensions
each end) Maximum flying height: 44’
Note: Exact line of drapery may vary
– Rows Orchestra AA and Orchestra BB
are not available when the orchestra pit
is in use.
B. STAGE DIMENSIONS
Proscenium Opening
Width: Max 45’10” Height: Max 22’
Depth back wall to front of stage: 48’
(Downstage apron to upper stage)
C. STAGE FLOOR
Maximumloadlimit100lbs/sqft
Traps 6 @ 3’11” x 8’
Trap height: 9’
(No elevating device; must replace covers
when using)
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SCREEN
No permanent screen – screens can be rented
from the audio visual provider.
G. BACK STAGE ROOMS
Stage Level
• 7permanentdressingroomswithbuilt-in
washrooms, showers, make-up mirrors
and coat racks (2-2 persons, 3-5 persons,
1-11 persons, and 1-15 persons)
• 1warm-uproomwithmirroredwall
and dance bar
Technical Guidelines
Pit width: 16’
Pit lift width: 8’
Pit length: 45’ approximately
Pit Lift length: 40’
MaxPitliftloadlimits:50lbs/sqft
Depth below stage: 9’
Depth below auditorium: 5’10”
1,232 seats individually numbered: 714
Orchestra Level, 26 folding / optional
(Orchestra AA & BB), 492 Balcony Level.
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1orchestraroomunderstageleft
1trapstoragearea
Technical Guidelines
H. STAGE DRAPES
1 main curtain
Legs: 3 Pairs – 14’W x 22’6”H, black velour
Borders: 3-58’W x 12’H, black velour
Travellers: 2-64’W x 22.6’H, black velour
Muslin Cyclorama: 1-50’W x 22’6”H
I.
SOUND REINFORCEMENT SYSTEM
An in-house sound system, suitable for
speaking engagements only, is included in
the rental of the theatre. An in-house operator
isrequiredatanadditionalchargeatalltimes
when this system is in use.
A mixer is available for use with the system at
an additional charge. The sound may be mixed
from the sound control room, located at the
rear of the orchestra level, from the mid-house
position or from the stage.
The system has been designed to provide a
basic sound enhancement for a speaker only.
For all other uses, a sound system must be
rented and technical staff hired through the
theatre.
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PROJECTION
The official contractor has state-of-the-art
projectionequipmentavailabletorent.
Thereisnoprovisionforairhandlingequipment
necessaryforcarbon-arcequipment.
In-houseprojectioncapabilitiesincludeall
formats of data, video / video mapping.
K. SIMULTANEOUS INTERPRETATION /
IMPAIRED HEARING AID SYSTEM
O. LOADING FACILITIES
Access to the theatre backstage is through the
West freight elevator. The loading dock will
accommodate one 5 ton straight truck at a time
for direct access to freight elevator. Loading
dock is three floors above stage level. There
is no dock lift available at this dock. Larger
truckstobeoffloadedwillrequirealternate
arrangements and must be approved by the
Event Manager.
Simultaneous interpretation and impaired
hearing systems can be set up. Please contact
the in-house official contractor for further
information.
L.
INTERCOM SYSTEM
Master stations – stage left
Stations – at all key production areas
Type – Clearcom (sections J, K, L, M available
from in-house AV contractor)
M. POWER
All power connections throughout the theatre
are available from the in-house electrical
contractor.
Additional power for large production needs is
available at stage level.
N. LIGHTING
Basic working lights are provided back stage
with control on stage left and a 12kW, nonmoveable stage wash is included. Stage lights,
including spotlights, can be provided by the
in-house staging contractor at an additional
charge.
Freight elevator: 8’6” H x 8’6” W x 23’6” L
Maximum weight: 10,000 lbs
P.
MISCELLANEOUS
Relatedequipment(i.e.musicstands,stools,
piano, musical instruments, etc.) can be
arranged through the in-house contractors.
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