Rehabilitation of the centro theatre in Navalcarnero-Madrid/Spain

Abstract

This article describes the renovation of a small Theatre considered essentially from a functional point of view. The theatre is located in a city of about 9.000 inhabitants near Madrid; the renovation work is now nearing its end. There is a brief description of the environment, characteristics and condition of the preexistent building, as well as a more detailed version of the architectural modifications carried out in the various functional areas of the building (Stage and FIy Tower, Auditorium, Foyers, Public Facilities, Office, Dressing Rooms, Technical Rooms, Workshops and Stores, General Installations and Artists and Technicians Facilities). Finally, the new theatre equipment (Fire Protection, Furniture, Stage Lighting, Stage Machinery, Sound Equipment, Stage Dress, Film Projection and Sundry Equipment) is reviewed.