Redhill Auditorium Opening

On Thursday January 20 Red Hill opened its gates for the very first time to warmly welcome media and industry folk and officially launch the venue to market. Suffice to say it turned out to be a case of preaching to the converted and I couldn’t help but take delight in the many faces that suddenly transformed to a WTF expression as each person stepped over the hill and into the auditorium for the very first time.

CCPWA were there to provide Lighting and Rigging support for the opening.

8x Mac 2000 Wash , 16x Mac 301, 8x Mac 700 Profiles, 4x Atomic strobes with Scrollers and a Grand MA2 Fullsize trasnformed the new venue into a Kaleidoscope of colour over the limestone steps.

Lighting Operator Dean Gratwick operated both bands for the evening and has already fallen in love with Perth’s newest venue.

Below are few quotes from some of the guests from the night.

“The sound is excellent wherever you stand, and the sightlines are perfect. The lighting dapples the beautiful limestone terrace, painting the patrons into the scenery” Sharyn Romano – Faster Louder

“Red Hill has plenty of potential as a venue – the potential to offer large-scale live music events in a secluded and dedicated listening environment, and with the picturesque Perth city skyline as a backdrop, the potential to provide a gorgeous atmosphere for those events. I can’t wait to see what happens with Red Hill – it’s going to be very exciting” Adam Trainer, Music Director RTRfm

“We loaded out in record time… this venue is a roadies wet dream” Roadie Bob

“A technicians dream .. the way to a bands satisfaction is through their crew” Tim Bradsmith, Lighting and Design Guru.

“Red Hill is a truly remarkable location. From the load in to the effortless sightlines, this venue holds great potential to be one of Australia premier venues.  A good artist and a well positioned PA will Rock at Hill” Jon Caisley, Phase One Audio.

“Red Hill Auditorium offers Perth music fans not only a new opportunity to see shows but a new viewing experience to boot. It goes between and most importantly beyond what we’re used to here in terms of live, outdoor music venues. I’m excited” Bob Gordon, Journalist

“I was hugely impressed by the scale of ambition of Red Hill. This is no small statement – Red Hill is a major addition to WA’s musical and artistic life, and will undoubtedly become a favorite with punters.” Julian Tompkin, Editor, Xpress Magazine.

Red Hill is now officially open for business.