Venue
A modern discoteque, our seaview 350 capacity venue and audiophile bar
We’ve conjured up a unique blend of sound and light for audiences of up to 350 people to enjoy in the venue; using ‘sets’ within the venue to stream live to a global audience of up to 7.6bn. Next up, we’ll be experimenting with future tech to push the boundaries of what a venue can be. We’ll mainly be keeping things local whilst the effects of the pandemic reduce, then we’ll be bringing artists and talents national and international to the venue for local enjoyment.
The perfect venue for large gatherings, book your birthday or special event via private hire or groups up to 16 can book through the reservations link.
Audio & Acoustics
The venue hosts a unique multichannel array set up of Funktion One speakers with Full Fat Audio amps. 18 speakers, each with DSP control are placed around the venue which creates the opportunity to make spatial sound scapes along with seperate individual outputs, evoking a sense of theatre that immerses the audience from entering the building. Our exploration of high fidelity sound is ongoing; currently we are using Klipsch Cornwalls powered by Icon Audio and Bryston amps. The venue has been clad in acoustic treatments and angular surfaces, to reduce the effects of standing waves and reflection.
Lighting & Art
Bespoke dynamic light & art installations have been built into the structure of the building to create an ever changing immersive experience. Each LED can be programmed individually, reacting to various data sources such as audio, sensors and in development, AI.
Future technologies
Faith In Strangers will continue to explore and celebrate future technologies and science. Experimentation in the realms of AI, XR (Extended Reality), audience interaction, immersion and sensors.
The venue is built with the future of art and interactivity in mind. In practical terms this translates in uniquely designed installations that can be controlled by artists and the audience. Our aim is to blur the lines between realities, live and virtual, within the venue. If this sort of thing floats your boat and you want to get involved or you want a full venue specification sheet contact us.
FAQ
Can I have my birthday/wedding/wake at Faith In Strangers?
Check out our Private Hire page. Please contact us to talk through your plans. We can hire out the 'Terrace Lounge' or full venue hire.
What if I want to put on a show at Faith In Strangers?
Please check out our arts policy and have a look through our previous events to get a feel for our programming. Contact Us with your ideas and plans.
Is Faith In Strangers a safe and inclusive space for me and my friends?
We hope that our venue can help in the struggle for respect, equality and opportunity for all. We aim to promote artists and performers of all demographics. We have a panel of advisors and policies to guide us but we are adapting and learning along the way and are willing to engage in discussions on how we can improve. Please contact us if you have any questions or suggestions.