Theatres + Studios
The Firkin Crane is an architecturally unique centre for the arts, located in the heart of Cork city.
While the centre specialises in all forms of dance, the diverse spaces within the building are adaptable to many uses, including: live theatre, concerts and opera, art exhibitions, poetry readings. Facilities are available for visual, multimedia and sound arts.
The entrance foyer is set up for audio/video exhibits and has a stylish, sweeping staircase, perfect for unusual photo shoots, as are the historic entrance steps and terrace.
Smurfit Theatre
- stage 15m wide, 9m deep, with drapes and masking
- playing area 10m x 7m
- retractable seating for 238
Musgrave Theatre
- on the ground floor
- circular playing area 6m across
- seating for 80
Four professional dance studios have double cross-beam sprung floors under maple. Harlequin covering is available for all studios:
Smurfit Studio 1: 10.5m x 12m
Mirror Room Studio 2: 12m x 7m
Chandelier Room Studio 3: 10m x 7m
The New Studio 4: 7m x 5m
Two dressing rooms have access to showers, laundry facilities and a kitchen.
The auditorium, studio and stage areas are accessible via a lift. A wheelchair accessible toilet is provided at dressing-room level.
Enquiries about using any of the spaces are welcome from community, local, national and international groups who are interested in learning, teaching or creating any form of dance, performance or bodywork.
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