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Theatre Basel

Theatre Basel

Switzerland

Basel

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120+

Number of Machinery

2

Number of Venues

2015-2018

Year of Completion

36

Duration of Project (in Months)

Facts and Figures

Extensive renovation work was carried out on the main stage between 2015 and 2018. The upper machinery was completely overhauled and the modern C⋅A⋅T control system was introduced. Over 70 hoists in both halls were renewed. In summer 2015, twelve scissor lifting platforms were integrated into the small stage to increase its versatility and functionality.

Type of venue

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The Theatre Basel, located in Basel, Switzerland, serves as the city's municipal theater and is home to the opera and ballet companies.

Since 1975, it has been cherished by culture enthusiasts for its diverse performances and extensive offerings. The theater complex includes the 'Big Stage' with 1,200 seats and the 'Small Stage' with 320 seats.

Major renovations were carried out in two phases between 2015 and 2018, focusing on the Big Stage. This included a complete overhaul of the upper stage machinery and the implementation of the advanced C⋅A⋅T control system. More than 70 hoists were upgraded across both halls, ensuring precise and efficient control of stage elements.

Additionally, during the summer of 2015, twelve scissor lifting platforms were seamlessly integrated into the Small Stage. These platforms, with a low height of only 250 mm, offer a lifting capacity of 4.5/7.5 kN and a travel range of 1.16 m, enhancing the stage's versatility and functionality.

The theater also boasts 3 orchestra platforms measuring 15.0 x 1.5 m, equipped to move at a speed of 0.1 m/s, and a remarkable three-section turntable wagon spanning 15 x 15 m.

Renovation of Theatre Basel in Switzerland