The Venue which we chose to do our performance in was Leyton Sixth Form College, The Theatre. This is mostly due to past experience and suitability.
In the past, as a group, we have done about 5 performances in this same venue. With these 5 performances we were able to build a fan base at Leyton Sixth Form College, to suddenly change our performance venue could reduce the turn out which we normally have. This venue is easy for each member to get to as it's not to far from any of our homes. This allows us to invite our friends and family further increasing the turn out. Also, our rehearsals were done around the same area so it brings a sense of comfortability for us. There is also access for any disabled members of the audience allowing them ease of access into the venue.
Leyton Sixth Form College has a lot of good quality equipment which we could use for the show. This would be really convenient for us as we wouldn't need to be transporting instruments from location to location. The most we would have to worry about is moving the instruments from one room into the theatre. Also other equipment such as mic, mic stands, monitors, PA systems etc will be provided for us in the venue so we wouldn't need to transport our own or purchase any of these.
Also the venue has high quality sound and lighting rigs. The sound engineer, Dele Awojobi, would be able to help maximise the quality of our playing so that the audience can hear us clearly. We could also ask for some effects on vocals such as reverb, delay..etc in order to decorate the sound. The lighting would be controlled by Tyler Dew. Our Lighting & Projection crew will be able to liaise with him letting him know what kind of lighting each singer wants for their performance. This helps beautify the stage and highlight a difference in each singers songs.
The venue also has a in house security team and a front desk team. The security team can assure security for people going in and out, also they'll be able to take care of any possible disruptions to the show. The front desk team are very dedicated in their work. Previously the team have proved to be helpful to audiences trying to find their way into the performance venue, toilets, and other things they may be queried about. There is no doubt they will be able to provide this same attitude for the show. Both security team and front desk team show professionalism in what they do.
There is also ease of access to tickets for the show. Via the college website, their is availability to purchase a ticket online before the date and on the date of the show. This allows people to have a guaranteed seat for the show and won't have to worry about space on the night. Also people can still buy tickets via the front desk on the night of the show. This doesn't limit the audience to one way of paying for their ticket.
Spacing is really important when thinking of a venue for the show. The venue seating capacity is approximately 150 people, however there is space for them around the edges of the seats for people who don't get to sit. The venue also has enough space to fit the instruments and other equipment we will be needing for our show. We will be having 2 keyboards, a lead mic with 5 Bv mic, a 2 part brass section, 2 sets of African percussion and a Bass guitar. The venue will be able to hold all of this. Also with the spacing for parking, the college has approximately 90 spaces for vehicles however there are also some off road parking surrounding the streets.
Concerning food and drinks for the audience, the venue has vending machines which serves crisps, food bars and drinks. Also there are some street shops 5 minutes from the college so there is availability for hot food.
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