Frobisher Auditorium 1

Barbican Centre

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Frobisher Auditorium 1: modern event space with tiered seating for corporate meetings.
  • From £4200
  • 245 Theatre
  • Barbican or Moorgate
  • From £4200
  • 245 Theatre
  • Barbican or Moorgate
Frobisher Auditorium 1 offers 4 simultaneous translation booths with dedicated technical support, making it ideal for international screenings and multilingual events.
Mike Williams
Mike Williams

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  • On-site technical support
  • Video conference and satellite link capabilities
  • Adjacent to Frobisher Rooms for catering
  • 4 simultaneous translation booths
  • Dedicated technician included
  • Fully-integrated stage lighting system
  • Two adaptable sound rigs

Frobisher Auditorium 1 benefits from 4 simultaneous translation booths and includes the service of a dedicated technician. There is also fully-integrated stage lighting and two sound rigs which can be adapted to the individual needs of the client. There is on-site technical support with the ability to stage video conferences and satellite links. This auditorium has the facilities to deal with any need that arises during a video screening. Frobisher Auditorium 1 is located adjacent from Frobisher Rooms ensuring both syndicate and catering rooms are just a short walk away.




Frequently asked questions

Cinema 1 day hire (08:30-17:00) costs £6,100+VAT and evening hire (17:30-23:00) costs £5,100+VAT. Both require a minimum catering spend of £5,000+VAT. The space has a capacity of 280 people in raked auditorium seating.

Cinema 1 includes a 34,000lms 4K DLP cinema projector (1920 x 1080 50i HD resolution), screen, PA system, 3 cabled microphones, Wi-Fi, full use of house lighting system, and a dedicated technician for sound and lighting. This makes it ideal for film screenings and presentations requiring high-quality projection.

Day hire runs 08:30-17:00 and evening hire 17:30-23:00. Tenancy times include setup and de-rig - the venue recommends 1.5 hours for setup and 30 minutes for de-rig. Additional hours beyond standard times can be arranged by speaking with your sales contact.

All invoices must be paid prior to the event going ahead. The venue will forward invoices to finance teams for payment and requires signed contracts before events can proceed.

Cinema 1 accommodates 280 people in raked auditorium style. There are also two 220-capacity spaces (Cinema 1 and Auditorium 1 mentioned in correspondence), though specific details for the second cinema aren't provided in available information.

Yes, Cinema 1 can be combined with other spaces like the Garden Room for receptions. For example, quotes show Cinema 1 for screenings paired with Garden Room evening hire (£8,100+VAT) for post-screening drinks and canapés, each requiring separate minimum catering spends.

The venue actively checks date flexibility when spaces are booked. If your preferred date is unavailable, account managers will ask if there's any movement on dates and may suggest alternative available periods or help find alternative venues if needed.

While the venue has comprehensive built-in AV equipment, specific restrictions on external equipment aren't detailed in available information. All catering appears to go through the venue's approved suppliers (Searcys mentioned for some spaces), and minimum catering spends must be met through venue catering.

Beyond the base hire fee, you must budget for the mandatory minimum catering spend of £5,000+VAT, plus 20% VAT on all charges. Additional optional equipment like PA systems (£111+VAT) and LCD screens (£175+VAT) may apply depending on your specific requirements.

The process involves initial availability checking by account managers, followed by detailed quotes based on your requirements. Once agreed, contracts must be signed and invoices paid before the event can proceed. Account managers will coordinate directly with clients throughout the process.




More about Barbican Centre

The Barbican Centre was developed in the Brutalist style of architecture. It is a performing arts centre, the largest of its kind in Europe. The Barbican Centre was built after Barbican Estate which is a housing complex situated in an area that was bombed heavily in WWII. The centre holds theatre performances, film screenings, music concerts, and art exhibitions. As well as being a world class arts venue, the Barbican Centre also boasts one it's very own tropical Conservatory, which is one of the most unusual venues in London for weddings.