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December 15, 2023
Published by Michael Parrella on December 15, 2023
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The members of the American Society of Theatre Consultants (ASTC) held their annual Forum in New York City. Coinciding with the 40th Anniversary of the organization, the group toured several high profile recent projects in the city and held a reception to celebrate.
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February 8, 2023
Published by Michael Parrella on February 8, 2023
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Catwalks are a common feature in performing arts spaces. Theatre consultants recommend locations and design criteria for these important components. Well-designed catwalks are safe and useful parts of a building, providing access for lighting, rigging, and general maintenance.
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December 17, 2022
Published by Michael Parrella on December 17, 2022
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Performing arts buildings are often thought of as 50 or 100 year buildings. But a plan is needed so these spaces remain operational and to meet the needs of an owner as requirements and technology changes. Here are some thoughts on the ranges of intervention, and a good argument for developing a long-term plan.
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April 29, 2021
Published by Michael Parrella on April 29, 2021
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Studio spaces by their nature do not have the fly tower found with a proscenium stage. Commonly there is a fixed room volume, but lighting and other equipment overhead must still be mounted and serviced. We examine some options here, considering a music performance studio space.
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April 1, 2020
Published by Michael Parrella on April 1, 2020
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Michael Parrella, ASTC recalls the Malpaso dance group's performance in a former Sephardic synagogue during ASTC's trip to Havana, Cuba and how their performance without scenery or lighting was so impactful and moving.
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June 18, 2019
Published by Michael Parrella on June 18, 2019
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Too often when performing arts facilities are being designed, the design team isn’t hearing enough from the most important voice: the client. No one knows more about the mission and hopes of an organization than those users. Here we discuss why that voice is so important. READ MORE…
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May 16, 2019
Published by Michael Parrella on May 16, 2019
Beverage management systems may also be used because make extensive use of large diameter pipe and these systems are designed with large radius bends to make it easier for users to pull cables. READ MORE
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