Technical Information

Mermaid Arts Centre is purpose built centre for the arts, comprised of a main auditorium, a gallery and a multi-purpose space.

Please contact tech@mermaidartscentre.ie for Mermaid's technical details.

Auditorium

The intimate auditorium is an end-on proscenium theatre with 242 seats on a retractable rake comprising 11 rows. With the seating retracted an open hall is created which may be configured to suit other formats. Configurations other than end-on, however, require the hire of extra seating.

There is a red oak sprung floor throughout the auditorium which may not be painted or fixed into in any way. The stage comprises a removable black plywood deck @ 40mm above fixed floor.

An orchestra pit with a removable cover is sunk into the floor downstage of the pros. line. Use of the pit reduces stage depth by 1 metre.

Multi-purpose Space

Our multi-purpose room can be used for wardrobe, workshops, meetings, rehearsals, recording, etc. 20 chairs, trestle tables and 2 paint sinks are available.

Gallery

The Gallery is located on the first floor above the Café and is accessed by stairs or lift.

Gallery Plan With Dimensions Nov 2024 (PDF)

Hire Mermaid

Mermaid is a receiving house whose performing arts programme is regularly booked up to 12 months in advance. The gallery is usually programmed up to 24 months in advance.

To enquire about hiring Mermaid for a performance, conference or event, please contact venuehire@mermaidartscentre.ie