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What is the capacity and setup of the Durham Street Auditorium for screenings?

The Durham Street Auditorium features tiered seating in a theatre-style layout, providing an intimate screening environment. The space is located in the atmospheric Vaults area with exposed brick features. Specific capacity numbers are not detailed in available information, so you'll need to confirm exact seating numbers when booking.

What screening equipment and AV capabilities are included?

The auditorium is equipped for film screenings with built-in projection capabilities. However, specific details about projector specifications, screen size, sound system quality, or compatibility with different media formats are not specified. You should confirm technical specifications and any additional AV requirements during the booking process.

What are the hire costs for private screenings?

Specific pricing for the Durham Street Auditorium screenings space is not detailed in the available information. RSA House typically operates with room hire fees plus minimum catering spends, but you'll need to request a bespoke quote based on your event date, duration, and requirements.

Are there catering requirements or minimums for screening events?

RSA House does not offer dry hire and requires catering to be provided by their in-house team - external catering is not permitted. While specific minimum catering spends for the screening space aren't detailed, other RSA House spaces typically have minimum catering requirements ranging from £600-£1,100 plus VAT.

What are the booking hold periods and contract requirements?

RSA House will hold dates for up to two weeks while you decide on the venue. If they need a decision sooner, they provide 48 hours notice to either confirm with a signed contract or release the date. All bookings require a signed contract to secure the space.

Can we bring our own films or content for screening?

The auditorium is designed for both private premieres and classic film screenings, suggesting flexibility with content. However, specific technical requirements, file formats supported, or restrictions on content types are not detailed. You should confirm compatibility and any content approval processes when booking.

What access and setup time is available before screenings?

Specific setup and access times for the screening space are not detailed in available information. Given that other RSA House events typically run from 8:30am-5pm for day hire, you'll need to confirm access times for evening screenings and any additional setup requirements for your event.

Are there restrictions on event types or content for the screening space?

RSA House requires that events align with their vision, mission, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitments. They conduct detailed vetting including questions about the organization's purpose, event themes, speakers, and whether content will be recorded or broadcast. Political figures, controversial content, or high-profile attendees may require additional security considerations.

What additional services are available for screening events?

RSA House provides dedicated Event Coordinators and Event Managers, plus a manned cloakroom service. The Vaults area has its own entrance from the Strand. Additional services like wireless uplighters (£22-£25 plus VAT each, maximum 16), microphones (£68-£75 plus VAT each), and other AV equipment are available subject to availability and additional charges.

Is the screening space accessible and what are the location details?

The Durham Street Auditorium is located within RSA House at 8 John Adam Street, London, WC2N 6EZ, in the Vaults area with exposed 18th-century brickwork. The Vaults have their own entrance from the Strand. Specific accessibility features for the tiered seating auditorium are not detailed, so you should confirm accessibility requirements when booking.