Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. Great Britain

Abstract

The configuration of this theatre is set out on the basis of a regular octagon, inside which the scenic platform has been arranged and an auditorium for 1,000 spectators. Surrounding the octagon, the remaining premises and auxiliary facilities have been distributed, such as: a small studio to hold 300 people seated, administration offices, carpentry and painting workshops, dressing rooms, and cloakrooms, cafeterias, bars and spacious inner antechambers, which can be adapted for different complementary functions of the theatre —recitals, lectures, etc.—. Construction has been entirely with a reinforced concrete structure, faced or left visible, as the case may be. The building has a varied series of installations: soma tend to achieve the suitable ambientation of the different spaces, in keeping with their characteristics; while others, more specific, meet the needs of theatrical functions, such as lighting, sound and scenographic resources.