Theatre & Performing Arts

Education Theatre & Performing Arts

The audio visual solution in these larger performance spaces is the determinant on how well the space is used. A poor AV solution can waste the sizeable investment required to build such a multi-purpose space. And we have seen this many times in the past, where a solution provider has been engaged with limited experience in deploying solution in these more complex areas.

A custom-designed audio visual solution should automate repetitive tasks to set up the space for the various purposes that the space may be used for, along with many that you may not see at its outset.

Education AV Theatre & Performing Arts Solutions

With in-house programmers, and internationally CTS certified engineers – K2AV has designed the audio visual technology for many performance spaces in WA. Having even designed the entire AV technology for Singapore General Hospital.

Our skillset is accounting for starting with using the most reliable commercial grade equipment that will work every time without fail, then future proofing by leaving room for expansions and uses that may not be evident now, and then gearing the entire design around ease of use.

Even the greatest solution in the world, if it takes too long to setup and cumbersome to operate – there will be resistance when it comes to using it.

Projection solutions typically form the basis of the visual aspect of the large venue solution. With large venue laser projectors catering for a bright, maintenance-free, solution that can serve many purposes.

LED walls & video walls form the other solutions that can achieve a large enough display size to cater for these larger venues.

There is nothing that compares with the WOW factor of a large LED custom-designed wall. For whole-school assemblies, live performances, or collaboration spaces which requires a large display – LED wall solutions are modular so they can be designed to the right size and resolution for the space in question.

Video walls are a more cost-effective version of the LED solution – which can achieve a large display size by merging several screens into one large display. Depending on the type of screen, size of bezel, and brightness, this can look seamless with virtually no separation noticeable between each display.

Frequently ignored is the audio solution that accompanies the visual aspect. However as soon as it is installed, the first item noticeable is the poor audio quality.

Accompanied with an audio solution to suit the needs of the space where it has been installed is as important as the visual solution – this may range from a simple speech based presentation audio solution, to one with the capability of running a full performance with a band.

The more complicated the requirement, the more back-end hardware that exists to achieve the functionality necessary. Which means more equipment that needs to be setup.

Automation, meaning pressing a single button, and a number of tasks are done automatically – is critical to the success of a large presentation space. The less automation, the more setup that is required, and the less likely a solution will be used frequently.

Collaborative learning is enhanced with the introduction of technology in the theatre, particularly with the growth of STEAM-based education.

A range of custom-designed collaborative learning areas have been created to allow the one space to have multiple uses. Meaning a theatre can be split into different types of learners. Focus on smaller groups at one time and have them problem solve and work together on every day activities. Allowing educators to provide a more focused and tailored experience for students to learn at their own pace.

Combining this solution with an observation room allows schools to get a real time look into what’s taking place, provide feedback, and gain insightful knowledge on how their students are learning and their educators are teaching.

We create the technology solutions, so you create breakthroughs.

Our Education Solutions

Classrooms

Having installed more classroom solutions than any other AV provider. We have our finger on the pulse on the best technology for your needs.

Undercover Area

With projection technology becoming more cost effective over the years. We have activated the larger undercover areas more than any other space in a school.

New Build Schools

Having been awarded a majority of the new school builds since 2015. We have a dedicated team that designs, manages, and executes new builds. There is no AV provider with more experience in this area than us.

Video Conferencing

Today’s classroom extends beyond its 4 walls. We create solutions that expand learning opportunities.

Digital Signage

With the ever-changing global environment, real-time messaging, is a crucial part of daily life. We deploy signage solutions that anyone can operate.

PA Systems

With IP-based digital solutions making audio solutions more accessible and paging possible for any budget. We have designed fully flexible, multi-zone, school-wide audio solutions.

LED Walls

Whole school presentations, WOW signage, and large display applications are becoming more important to schools. We have dedicated LED wall experts in-house.

Theatre and Performing Arts

Projection and LED technology becoming more cost-effective over the years. We have helped schools create solutions for dedicated performance spaces.

FAQ

I would be weary of a company that promises they are capable of doing both the AV and lighting in-house. There is no company that specialises in both. We have an ongoing partnership with one of the premier lighting companies in Perth, and when designing the lighting component of a theatre solution we lean on them.

The larger the space, and the more complex the functionality, the more hardware that will be required to cater for it. It is CRITICAL to ensure there is enough budget set aside for an AV solution for a performance space, because the AV solution is equally, if not more, important than anything else that goes into that space.

We’ll design the solution based on the skill of your operator. If you have someone with an abundance of experience, we will use more equipment that is customisable. If however, you have limited expertise, or desire for an operator, we will automate the solution as much as possible.

Best to start with outlining the functionality you need, or even the purposes the space will serve. If you can list that down, we can essentially do the rest for you.