The Academy of Performing Arts sits formidably amongst the lake and tree environment at the University. It can easily be said that it doesn't blend into the environment but perhaps in a bold statement reflects back on to the environment.
The foyers and entrance ways allow light to penetrate, at times glaringly. There are many different spaces to explore. Art is displayed on the walls, some I like, ... some I definately don't, but then art is in the eye of the beholder.
As alway I am intrigued by the toilet space of any venue. The toilet space in the APA is condensed and elongated to the eye (The Female Toilet). Its decor is simple and yet classic reflected in the black and white contrasts used. I have on many occassion observed the nature of conversations, or lack of, the staring into the mirrors, the fixing of makeup and adjustment of clothes in these rooms. I also hear the feedback on what has just been seen, whether it was good or not, worth the money invested by the audience and or who was the best actor, singer etc. Never do I hear toilet discussions about using toilets in such venues. - I might play with this idea.
While walking around, I overheard choirs practising and discussions of ideas for up and coming events, pre production scenarios....mmmm
Most of all, as I walk past this venue everyday, is the idea of the environment. My favorite space within the Academy is Te Whare Tapere Iti for it brings the environment close to the spectator, you can't deny it's presence it incorporates the environment into the space. I want to use this room.
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