Temple Bar Cultural Trust
The Development of Meeting House Square into a 365
Day a Year Useable Quality Venue
Meeting House Square Today
New Offerings
MHS will be a high quality , unique and spectacular venue
incorporating :
 Retractable roof in shape of 4 umbrellas – 10 min opening sequence
 Toilet facilities
 Acoustics improvements
 Increased flexibility of use
 The ability to create a bar / refreshment area
 Catering links with neighbouring businesses
Summary of Umbrella Design
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Beautiful architectural feature and an attraction in its own
right, both open & closed
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Cantilevers for hanging lighting, speakers, blackouts or
decoration from
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PA installed in poles
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Colour changing lighting
A new Irish design solution for an age old Irish
problem
Stages of Project
Key project milestones
• Construction started 23rd January 2011
• Date of installation of umbrellas June 2011
• Official launch 15th July
Cultural Uses
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Traditional & International Festivals
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Dance Events
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Artisan Displays of Work
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Theatrical & Opera Events
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Lunchtime Symphony Concerts
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Markets & Fairs
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Movies
Possible Commercial Uses
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Conference add on entertainment
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“Dine Around” meeting point
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Product launches
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Drinks receptions
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Press Conferences
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Awards Ceremonies
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Televised Sports ( Rugby World Cup etc)
Past Commercial Events
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BMW & Mini Car Launches
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Jameson Movies Seasons
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Fashion Shows
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Eurovision Flashmob Filming
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“Taste of Asia” Food and Drink Festival
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Private Anniversary Parties
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Movies and Gigs
Why Meeting House Square?
• Location , location , location
• Iconic “hidden” space in the cultural heart of the city
• Good public transport links
• Events expertise in house within TBCT
• Possibility to collaborate with neighbouring organisations to create
spectacular multi-venue
• Capitalise on the international goodwill for Temple Bar
Business Advantages
• Excellent branding opportunities both within the spaces and on the
gates
• Large footfall for public events – up to 70,000 per day
• Ability to customise the layout of the space to create different
environments to suit a brand
• Customisable lighting to match the brand
• Ability to link up with TBCT’s online presence
• Venue has the “wow” factor
Meeting House Square
Limited only by the imagination !