Location

Location - Tolethorpe hall - performance shots

When looking for a location we really wanted to use something that was unique but also gave a good feel and had conventional aspects to it. When looking for a location we decided that there would be nothing better than to use something that is designed for performance, and so we came across Tolethorpe hall. Tolethorpe hall is located just outside of Stamford and is equipped with rooms and stages designed for theatrical performances, e.g. Shakespeare. The stages would be ideal as they are designed to capture light and sound. When looking at the space we could use we decided that it has the correct look for a rock music video. The opportunities for good cinematography, such as high points and plenty of space to work with, will be extremely useful. It also has the opportunity to have consistent light that is effective.

The photo's below are of the outside stage that we may be able to use. They show the good lighting, due to the direction that it faces, and the vast amounts of space we could use. The setting also has many props and unique objects that we could include in the shots, such as the audience chairs and pieces of setting that are used for drama performances. This stage also gives a good balance between urban/infrastructure, with the building itself and the stage, and nature, the trees in the background and leaves that will most likely be scattered everywhere.

(the stage close up)
Seen in the background are a set of steps, these allow us to have a raised view, allowing some good high angles giving the video diversity. As a scale we did set up the drums, which look minuscule in this large space.

(the stage from the top of the seating area)
As seen in this picture the space we can use is huge! Because of the work being done on it, it also looks run down giving a slightly darker yet rock 'n' roll feel to it.

(the stage from the outside)

This shot just shows what it looks like form the outside and how it is located in the country side.








Another option that Tolethorpe provides is the orangery room. This again has loads of space that we could use and lots of windows providing light, roof windows as well as large windows on the walls. Hopefully we would be able to have access to both, however depending on the weather we may be only able to use the orangery room.