The Challenge: Building a Future-Ready Network for a Purpose-Built Theatre
When The Hunger Games: On Stage, the world premiere adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ international bestseller, came to London, it was staged in a purpose-built venue at Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre. This brand-new, 1,200-seat theatre-in-the-round demanded robust, resilient technology to support a wide range of connectivity needs for production staff, crews, audiences, cast members and venue operations. The Hunger Games On Stage+1.
From secure CCTV monitoring and controlled access across multiple public and backstage areas to reliable WiFi for ticketing, box office systems, point-of-sale devices and guest internet access, the technical infrastructure had to be both high-performance and future-ready.
With tight timelines and a one-off, bespoke build for a landmark theatrical production, the project required precision planning and flawless execution.
Our Approach: Designing a Converged Network for Live Performance
1. Strategic Network Design & Deployment
Noba worked closely with the venue’s technical and production teams to design a converged network that could support both operational systems and public connectivity without compromise. This included:
- A high-capacity core network backbone to support CCTV, access control, staff systems and guest WiFi.
- Segmented WiFi zones to prioritise operational traffic (ticketing, cast comms, production systems) while delivering secure, high-speed guest access.
- A resilient architecture designed to handle high-density usage during peak show times.
This ensured that every function, from digital ticket scanning and bars to cast-crew comms, could operate simultaneously and securely.
2. CCTV & Access Control Integration
Security and operational monitoring were critical for a venue of this scale. Noba implemented a unified CCTV and access control system that provided:
- High-resolution camera coverage across foyers, public spaces, back-of-house areas and critical entry/exit points.
- Centralised monitoring and recording to support safety, crowd management and incident response.
- Access control systems tailored to restricted zones, ensuring only authorised personnel could enter sensitive backstage and technical areas.
This level of integrated control helped the venue manage both everyday operations and high-profile performances with confidence.
