Komedia Bath Private Hire Guide 2015
About Komedia Bath Komedia Bath is an award winning venue presenting the very best in live comedy, music and cinema. Komedia is also available for private hire. Set in the refurbished splendour of the former Beau Nash cinema in the heart of the city, Komedia is ideal for hosting events and large meetings as well as being a great venue to provide corporate entertainment. Our award winning kitchen serves the best in local and seasonal produce and we are able to cater for up to 300. Our food menu can be supplied for any cabaret seated events and bespoke buffet and set menus are available for corporate hires. Hire includes staff, furniture and security as required. VIP tickets, Meal Deals and group discounts are available for most of our seated shows. A creative, friendly and relaxed environmentt where ideas and inspired thinking can flow...
Our Accreditations & Awards
Soil Association Food For Life Gold Award
Taste of the West Member
Chortle Comedy Awards Best Venue in Wales & The West Winners 2010, 2012 & 2013
Bath Life Awards Arts Award Winners 2013
About Komedia Bath Here at Komedia Bath we have two beautiful function / meeting rooms, suitable for events from 20 - 783 people, depending on layout.
Auditorium - Stage view
360 Panoramic View For a 360-degree panoramic view of the Komedia’s Auditorium and Arts Café, please visit the Komedia Bath website - www.komedia.co.uk/bath
Komedia Arts Café
Venue Hire Information Costs Hire fees available upon request, please contact our Venue Manager, Stephen Rees stephenrees@komedia.co.uk for more information.
Included in your hire We provide everything that you need to host your own private party, meeting or presentation. Included in your hire fee is the following:
•All technical equipment (as per technical specification - available on request), including lights, projectors and screens.
•All staff for the event including experienced Event Managers, Bar Manager and staff, Technical Manager, Meet & Greet staff and / or Security & Box Office staff if required. We also provide experienced Chefs and waiting staff if catering is provided.
•Unmanned cloakroom (a manned cloakroom is also available but may have a small additional charge).
•All tables, chairs, stools, table cloths, cutlery and crockery (if you are using our in-house catering services).
•Experienced events team to meet you prior to your event, ensuring you get the best possible service and event for your guests. We also provide menu tastings upon request.
The Auditorium and Arts Café at Komedia Bath are full wheelchair accessible, making it the perfect venue for both business and social events.
Additional Extras Want to make your event extra special? We can also provide you with brilliant Bands, DJs, Comedians and Cabaret acts for an additional fee. Or you can book a group discount to one of our award winning shows! Check out our website - www.komedia.co.uk/bath - for a list of our upcoming shows.
Komedia Auditorium Auditorium Dimensions Total area approx: 170m2 on the main floor and Mezzanine level, leaving adequate escape routes. 14m2 for the ramp.
Capacities Standing: 783 Cabaret seating: 456 Theatre style rows: 470 •All capacities include 168 rowed balcony seats We can cater for all seating arrangements as required
Other Information Floor level: Main Auditorium and Mezzanine level Wheelchair access: Yes Power sockets (13 amp): Yes Projector & Screen: Yes Lighting: Yes Telephone in room: Yes Wifi Internet: Yes Artist Dressing Room: Yes Our auditorium has a very spacious interior with the latest lighting and sound technology. The room is a highly versatile space which can be tailored to the needs of your event.
Sound and Lighting Specifications Sound: Full PA with Microphones, and any additional equipment can hired on request Lighting: Full event lighting rig. For a bespoke technical quote, please contact Stephen Rees of Komedia Bath via email - stephenrees@komedia.co.uk
Accomodation Central venue flat, available for hire: 3 double bedrooms
Komedia Arts Café Capacities Cabaret Seating Tables: 50 Rowed Theatre Seating: 75 Standing: 100
Other Information Floor level: Arts Café space Wheelchair access: Yes Power sockets (13 amp): Yes Projector & Screen: Yes Lighting: Yes Telephone in room: Yes Wifi Internet: Yes Komedia Bath’s Arts Café is an ideal space for smaller presentations or meetings, as well as drinks receptions, VIP lunches and dinners, plus other bespoke events.
Sound and Lighting Specifications Sound: Full venue PA with Microphones, and any additional equipment can hired on request Lighting: Event lighting available on request For a bespoke technical quote, please contact Stephen Rees of Komedia Bath via email - stephenrees@komedia.co.uk
Catering Food and Drink Here at Komedia Bath we are proud Taste of the West members, and our menus have become the first in Bath to attain the Soil Association GOLD standard, ensuring all our meals are freshly prepared, free from unwanted additives and based around local, seasonal produce from producers who operate to high farm standards. Our award-winning catering facilites include both Auditorium and Arts Café, where delegates or patrons can relax and enjoy their surroundings.
We provide catering options for your event, aiming to meet your budget, tastes and dietary requirements. For a bespoke menu, please contact Stephen Rees of Komedia Bath - stephenrees@komedia.co.uk
Example Canapés Menu
Priced at £5.50 for 3 canapés ph or £6.75 for 4 canapés ph (plus VAT) Smoked Salmon rillettes Ham hock rarebit Roasted pepper and Artisan pesto Goats cheese and red onion chutney Free range Downland Farm Chorizo and chilli jam
Crab and Fennel Créme Fraiche A selection of sweet canapés are also available on request
Catering Example Buffet Menu Dishes
Available from between £8.75 ph - £16.50 ph dependant on choices (plus VAT) Honey glazed, sliced Downland Farm ham Mini fishcakes with Saffron mayonnaise Panko breaded Free Range Chicken pieces with Rose Harrissa Blue cheese croquettes Style Farm 28-day-matured Beef mini pasties Sun-dried tomatoes, Pesto & Mozzarella in pastry A medley of sandwiches using Bath Bakery bread, including; •Roast pepper and houmous •Honey glazed ham and mustard •Free range Chicken mayonnaise •Cave Aged Cheddar and red onion chutney Seasonal mixed salads Hand-cut triple cooked potato wedges Local baked bread boards with butter Home-made chocolate brownie with chocolate sauce Home-made Lemon drizzle cake Selection of local cheeses with local chutney
To discuss a bespoke buffet menu for your event, please contact Stephen Rees of Komedia Bath - stephenrees@komedia.co.uk
Catering Example VIP Menu
Available from between £22 ph - £27 ph dependant on choices (plus VAT)
Starters Homemade Pea and Buffalo Blue Cheese Soup served with freshly baked bread Honey Midford and Cave Aged Cheddar Rarebit served with red onion chutney and local microherbs Homemade Free Range Scotch Egg served with basil pesto and alfalfa shoots MSC Certified Smoked Salmon Rose served with fennel pollen crème fraiche and alfalfa shoots
Mains Style Farm 28 Day Matured 5oz Rump Steak served with dauphinoise potatoes, beetroot puree and dressed Bristol leaves. Style Farm Farm-Assured Organic Rolled Pork Belly served with spring greens, creamy mash and a red wine gravy. Style Farm Free Range Chicken Breast served with roasted red onions, parsnips and a butternut squash puree. Wild Mushroom and Pumpkin Seed Roast served with dauphinoise potatoes, roast parsnips and a leek gravy. Style Farm Farm-Assured Roast Leg of Lamb served with creamy mash, spring greens and a leek and red onion gravy.
Desserts Red Wine Poached Pears with a Rich Home-made Dark Chocolate sauce. Blueberry Cheesecake served with Berry Coulis Home-made Chocolate Brownie topped with Marshfield Clotted Cream Ice Cream. West Country Cheeseboard served with Organic Digestives and Home-made Chutney Cave Aged Mature Cheddar / Dorset Blue Vinney / Whitelake Goats Cheese For a bespoke VIP Event menu, please contact Stephen Rees of Komedia Bath stephenrees@komedia.co.uk
Drinks Komedia Bath has a fully stocked bar and also supplies a wide range of delicious snacks, including nuts, chocolate, sweets and popcorn. Our wine list is as follows:
White
125ml 175ml 250ml Bottle Les Petit Roucas Colombard £3.00 £3.75 £4.95 £14.00 Condorito Sauvignon Blanc £3.30 £4.10 £5.25 £15.25 Sanviglio Pinot Grigio £3.60 £4.00 £5.75 £16.25 False Bay Chardonnay £4.00 £4.75 £6.20 £17.25 Diez Siglos Verdejo £4.25 £5.25 £6.75 £18.25
Rose
125ml 175ml 250ml Bottle Percheron Grenache Rose
£4.00 £4.75 £6.20 £17.25
Red
125ml 175ml 250ml Bottle Les Petit Roucas Carignan £3.00 £3.75 £4.95 £14.00 Condorito Merlot £3.30 £4.10 £5.25 £15.25 Mont Blanc Tempranillo £3.60 £4.00 £5.75 £16.25 Percheron Shiraz Mouvedre £4.00 £4.75 £6.20 £17.25 La Grupa Malbec £4.25 £5.25 £6.75 £18.25
Sparkling
Bottle Mirabello Spumante Rose Pinot Grigio £20.00 Prosecco Frizannte Dom Bertiol £20.00
Champagne
125ml Bottle Cattier Brut NV £7.00 £35.00 Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut NV £50.00 In addition to wine we stock an array of beers, ciders, and spirits, including all the drinks you would expect and a wide range of local beverages from Bristol Beers, Bath Ales and Honey’s Midford Cider. Please ask for a full list. You are welcome to provide your own alcohol as part of your hire, we charge corkage at £5 per bottle. For more details please contact Sarah Harris of Komedia Bath - infobath@ komedia.co.uk