Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – With stadium or auditorium feature
Patent
1982-08-06
1985-04-23
Friedman, Carl D.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
With stadium or auditorium feature
521261, 52646, 52721, 403331, E04H 310
Patent
active
045121176
ABSTRACT:
A modular proscenium theatre (20) is disclosed. Theatre (20) includes transverse truss beams (24) connected together by flat truss sections (26) supported on columns (22). Cantilevered members (28) support lights (30). A cross-over curtain (36) is hung from a traveler track (150). Side masking curtains (38) are adjustable longitudinally and rotatably. Other masking curtains and a cyclorama screen (40) may be provided. The framework, the lights and curtains are assembled near floor level and elevated with hoist motors (78) using pulleys (50) and cables (94). The entire theatre (20) may be assembled and disassembled with two people.
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Friedman Carl D.
Interlock Structures International Inc.
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