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Watermans is the major arts centre in West London, based in Brentford. It houses an independent cinema, a 240-seat theatre, creative spaces for the community, and an internationally renowned contemporary art gallery dedicated to new media art.

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Theatre

Details:

  • 238 raked seating including 2 wheelchair spaces

  • Proscenium arch with small thrust. No rake. Suitable for dance

  • Full lighting and sound rig included in hire. Technical specs and lighting plans available

  • Technical and usher team on hand – 1 usher and 1 technician included in hire price

  • 2 dressing rooms and a Green Room included in hire, accomodating up to 30. Additional studio space can be arranged to accommodate more performers.

  • Washing machine available backstage

  • Additional equipment (eg smoke machine, additional microphones etc) available for hire

RESTAURANT, BAR & RIVERSIDE TERRACE

The extensive informal spaces both inside and outside overlooking the River Thames are ideal for a wide range of events. We have held sit-down lunches for anniversaries, receptions for film premieres and children’s birthday parties among others. We are happy to tailor events you your needs – just get in touch.

Details:

  • Indian food – children’s menu is available

  • Up to 85 seated in restaurant, many more for a buffet

  • PA & flexible lighting

  • Riverside terrace seats up to 100 for outdoor cinema screening

Please note that electronically enhanced music cannot be played while the cinema is in use

Cinema

Our cinema is a classic arthouse cinema, with a large bar and restaurant right outside which makes it perfect for hosting a screening or party. We have a full year-round programme so please do contact us at least 6 weeks in advance if you would like to hire the venue. We may be able to accommodate bookings at shorter notice if they are at quiet times, such as in the morning.

Details:

  • 120, gently raked seating

  • Analogue and digital projection

  • Portable digital projection available, eg for outdoor screening

  • Technical and usher support – 1 technician and 1 usher included in hire price

STUDIO 1

This is a large studio space accommodating up to 80. It has full-length mirrors at one end, and black-out curtains that create a fantastic performance space when drawn, or when open leave the studio light and airy.

Hire studio 1 for small scale performance, rehearsals, children’s parties or workshops, yoga or keep fit classes. Or we can set the space up with tables, a projector, flip charts if you’d like to book a meeting space.

Studio 1 is situated in our busy arts centre on the banks of the River Thames, with a laid back cafe downstairs for that post meeting or class coffee.

If you’re looking to put on a full term of classes (10+ weeks), we think you’ll find our prices very competitive so please get in touch!

STUDIO 2

This is a small studio accommodating up to 20. It is most suited to workshops and meetings and can be set up with tables, a projector, flip chart etc if required.

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Location

40 High Street

Location

40 High Street
Brentford

TW8 0DS

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Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Hearing loop

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