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One of the world's leading venue and technical design consultancies. Performance is everything.
Here's a little behind-the-scenes look from our recent team day. A morning full of learning and collaboration, and an afternoon indulging in one of our shared passions...theatre!

What would have been your show of choice?

#TeamDay #Theatreplan #LondonTheatre
October 31, 2025 at 3:03 PM
“I love working with people across the arts sector. There’s such diversity in the ways that organisations, teams, and individuals work and I love to find new ways to engage with collaborators in order to make lasting impact.”
October 28, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Over the past few years, our industry has faced the unexpected.

In our latest blog, we share how Theatreplan adapted and doubled down on innovation

You can read the full story over on our website.

#Arts #TheatreDesign #Resilience #Theatreplan
October 13, 2025 at 10:39 AM
At Theatreplan, we see first-hand how integral stage management is to the design and operation of performance spaces.
A huge thank you to stage managers everywhere for the vital role you play in bringing theatre to life.

#InternationalStageManagementDay #StageManagement #TheatreDesign #Theatreplan
October 10, 2025 at 12:10 PM
We're exhibiting at this year's TheatreCraft! Aged 16-30? Interested in offstage theatre careers? Find us in the marketplace & join workshops, Q&As & backstage tours throughout the day.

It's on the 3rd Nov at the Royal Opera House and across London's West End.

Book your place lnkd.in/eke4GuH5
October 6, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Meet Steve Harley, Theatre & Venue Planner

Steve specialises in re-profiling and reconfiguring performance spaces, developing layouts and visualisations in Revit, and coordinating across project teams.
#MeetTheTeam #Theatreplan #VenuePlanner #TheatrePlanner
October 3, 2025 at 9:11 AM
As summer turns to autumn, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the last few months. From exciting projects to time spent together as a team, it’s been a season full of collaboration and creativity. Here are some highlights from our summer at Theatreplan #TheatreConsultants
September 30, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Today, Open Your Doors Day invites us to challenge the barriers that keep young people from under-represented backgrounds out of industries like theatre.
What’s one thing you’d like to see happen in theatre to break down these barriers?
#OpenYourDoorsDay #YouthOpportunities #DiversityInTheArts
September 18, 2025 at 8:31 AM
In today’s venues, audiences expect more than just a stage: they are hungry for an immersive experience. From high-definition projection to interactive media walls and digital signage, audio-visual (AV) technology has become an integral part of performance and presentation spaces.
September 15, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Here’s a recap of the incredible evening at Citizens Theatre we enjoyed last week, celebrating their fantastic re-opening. A huge congratulations to all involved!

#theatreplan #citizenstheatre #citizenstheatreglasgow
September 3, 2025 at 9:38 AM
We can’t wait to share more of last night’s memorable and hugely successful reopening celebration of the Citizens Theatre 🎭

#KeepYourEyesPeeled #Theatreplan
August 28, 2025 at 10:35 AM
A great theatre isn’t just about the audience. Backstage flow, performer comfort & technical efficiency are just as vital.

Read how Theatreplan balances audience experience + backstage excellence in our latest blog: theatreplan.com/news/balanci...

#TheatreDesign #StageDesign
August 22, 2025 at 1:53 PM
From morning coffee and CAD drawings to design meetings and venue reviews, no two days at Theatreplan are the same.

theatreplan.com/news/a-typic...

#TheatreDesign #TheatreConsultant #LivePerformance #TheatreArchitecture #TeamTheatreplan
A typical day for the theatre consultant | News | THEATREPLAN
We are theatre consultants based in Hong Kong, London and Sydney. We provide theatre planning, auditorium design and technical theatre design services.
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August 15, 2025 at 10:17 AM
A great performance means little if your audience can’t see it.

Sightlines are fundamental to audience experience, inclusivity, and commercial success. At Theatreplan, we ensure no seat is left behind, combining creativity with technical precision.

#Theatreplan #Sightlines #VenueConsiderations
August 13, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Meet Shmem Geddes!

Shmem joined Theatreplan in 2024 as a consultant specialising in stage engineering, after 14 years working in automation in some of the world’s biggest venues and shows.

#MeetTheTeam #Theatreplan #TheatreConsultant
August 8, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Ever wondered what a Theatre Consultant does?

Well take a look at our latest blog from our Consultant Chris to find out what it entails: theatreplan.com/news/what-on...

#TheatreConsultant #Theatreplan #DayInTheLife
What on earth does a theatre consultant do? | News | THEATREPLAN
We are theatre consultants based in Hong Kong, London and Sydney. We provide theatre planning, auditorium design and technical theatre design services.
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August 6, 2025 at 3:37 PM
We’ve been busy capturing something exciting…

Keep your eyes peeled!
July 30, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Our Exec Director, Mathew had a busy day on site at the University of Limerick’s new Student Centre to review the progress. This beautiful building, designed by Cotter & Naessens Architects, is ready for the finishing touches and then… the students!

We look forward to seeing this building in use.
July 22, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Chris brings 20 years of theatre experience to Theatreplan from the West End to worldwide tours 🌍

Now he’s bringing his expertise to designing world-class performance spaces.

#Theatreplan #MeetTheTeam #TheatreDesign #StageTech #SoundDesign #PerformanceSpaces #TheatreLife
July 18, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Have you ever wondered what life on the road can be like if you're touring with a production?
Our Consultant Matt reflects on his time touring with the spectacular ice show, Holiday on Ice!

#TheatreConsultant #Touring #Theatreplan
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Our Consultant Matt Kingslake reflects on his time touring with the spectacular ice show, Holiday on Ice. | News | THEATREPLAN
We are theatre consultants based in Hong Kong, London and Sydney. We provide theatre planning, auditorium design and technical theatre design services.
theatreplan.com
July 7, 2025 at 1:32 PM
The team have spent the last few days on an inspiring visit to the Czech Republic with Robe lighting.

We had the chance to get hands-on with their latest products & understanding of their commitment to sustainable manufacturing.

#LightingDesign #TheatreTechnology #RobeLighting #TheatreConsultants
July 3, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Theatreplan's CPD session for Architects!

On Tuesday, Chris Needle, Mathew Smethurst-Evans and Steve Harley visited Burrell Foley Fischer to deliver a presentation titled 'An Introduction to Theatre Consultancy'.

Interested in hosting a CPD session? Get in touch! 📲
June 26, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Say hello to Helen Walker 👋
30+ years in the arts, from theatre to heritage and now keeping Theatreplan running like clockwork as Director of Operations!
#MeetTheTeam #Theatreplan #WomenInTheArts
June 25, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Meet our Junior Consultant Jibril!

You've already heard from Jibril when he penned our blog 'New crossroads in art and science', now let's get to know a bit more about his career to date.

#MeetTheTeam #Theatreplan
June 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM