The Science Museum

The IMAX Theatre seats up to 414 people and features a screen the size of four double-decker buses (11.5m-wide). The venue uses state-of-the-art image maximum technology with one of the world's most sophisticated projectors and a surround sound system.

Specific pricing for the IMAX Theatre is not detailed in available information. The Science Museum operates as dry venue hire only, with rates starting from £4,500 + VAT for other spaces, but IMAX pricing would need to be confirmed directly with the venue.

Yes, the IMAX can be hired alongside many of the museum's galleries to allow for drinks receptions or dinners before or after screenings. This provides flexibility for comprehensive event experiences combining screenings with hospitality.

The venue provides an in-house technical team to provide support for events. The IMAX features state-of-the-art surround system technology and sophisticated projection equipment, with technical staff available to assist with screenings.

The Science Museum operates as dry venue hire only, meaning all catering, furniture and AV must be provided by their accredited suppliers. For catering, they work with Moving Venue (Benugo), and for AV services, they partner with White Light.

Access times vary by event type, but typically venues are available from 07:00 for setup. Events must conclude with all guests offsite by specific times (often 22:00-23:30 depending on the booking), with technical setup and de-rig time factored into the hire period.

Specific content restrictions are not detailed in available information. As a family-friendly museum venue, there may be guidelines around appropriate content, but these would need to be confirmed directly with the events team during booking.

The booking process involves initial enquiry, proposal creation, site visits if needed, and contract signing before invoicing. For events close to the date (within two weeks), site visits and contracts must be completed within very tight timeframes, so advance booking is recommended.

The IMAX features one of the world's most sophisticated projectors as standard equipment. Any external equipment requirements would need to be discussed with the in-house technical team and may be subject to compatibility and safety restrictions.

All catering must be provided through Moving Venue (Benugo), the museum's accredited catering partner. They offer various menu options from light refreshments to full meals, with specific packages available for different event types and can accommodate dietary requirements.