DIVA ACOUSTICAL SHELL SYSTEM

D I VA A C O U S T I C A L S H E L L S Y S T E MTHE GRANADA THEATRE, SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIAwww.wengercorp.com/diva

“Our Diva shell is finished in a beautifulHonduran mahogany veneer – it’s absolutelygorgeous. Our technical staff appreciates theDiva’s versatility and easy handling. Workingwith Wenger on our new facility was a reallynice collaboration. They understood ourobjectives and whenever we had needs,Wenger stepped up and met them.”Don FassingerManagerTempe Center for the ArtsTempe, ArizonaM A G N I F I C E N TA C O U S T I C SThe first goal of the acoustical shell is to improve the acoustical environment on stage Diva isBETTER SOUNDR E WA R D S YO UWITH BETTERP E R F O R M A N C E S.the beneficiary of decades of pioneering work by Wenger, and we believe Diva’s acousticalqualities are the finest available Diva’s integrated ceiling panels prevent sound from escapinginto the stage fly loft Diva also projects sound into the audience and, compared to using noshell, Diva has the acoustical impact of almost doubling the size of the group You can addWenger ceiling clouds and acoustical panels to the auditorium to give your audience theultimate level of acoustic excellence

“The Diva shell’s big advantage is the acousticenvironment it creates, helping students becomecritical listeners. They’re learning to respond to whatthey’re hearing and the audience overwhelminglyhears the difference too.“The Diva shell finishes the appearance of theauditorium very beautifully. Wenger matched theshell’s veneer to the warm cherry wood interiorpanels, giving a really nice, unified look.DIVA PAYS ITS WAYWITH SUBSTANCE,STYLE, AND EASE.Diva’s composite-panel constructionprovides superior acoustical performanceand Diva’s ability to produce custom“For setup and takedown, the Diva shell works exactlyas promised.”aesthetics at a lower cost is a Wengerexclusive. We also think you’ll see that DivaRobert PalmerChairman of Performing ArtsAvon Old Farms SchoolAvon, Connecticutis engineered and built to a higherstandard. The all-aluminum frame provideslonger-lasting rigidity and easy operation.Diva also gives you the unique advantagesof the Air Transporter, which allows oneperson to move Diva towers on a cushion ofair. Setup time and crew size are slashed,and there’s less wear and tear on the shellitself – and on your stage floor.DIVA GIVES YOU THE TOOLS TOCREATE THE LOOK YOU WANT.TEMPE CENTER FOR THE ARTS, TEMPE, ARIZONAB R E A T H T A K I N GDiva reflects sound back to thesource so musicians can hearthemselves more accurately.You can choose from a vast selection of hardwoodveneers, laminates, paint finishes, and accents thatallow you to enhance any decor and complementany architecture.A E S T H E T I C SBy reflecting and diffusing soundthroughout the enclosure, Divaenhances cross-communicationvital to ensemble performance.For conductors, Diva deliversa more accurate mix of soundsfrom the entire orchestra.Diva projects sound into theaudience and prevents soundenergy from escaping into the flyloft, curtains, and stage wings.

“Our Diva shell is often put up in the auditorium for all sorts ofevents, including piano recitals, show choir contests andconcert choir performances.“Without the shell, sound just goes completely into the rafters– it’s very obvious. The shell makes a sizable difference incontaining the sound and projecting it out to the audiencerather than up into the ceiling. Whether onstage or in theaudience, you can really tell the shell’s benefits.”Dan BakerChoir Director & Music Department ChairNorthridge High SchoolMiddlebury, IndianaNORTHRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL, MIDDLEBURY, INDIANAA W E S O M ES TA N D A R D D I VAA D VA N TAG E S. Composite panel construction Extensive finish options allow you to achievevirtually any look within any budget range Finish trim strips accent the shell finishand mask backstage light Ceiling panels, with optional integratedlighting, deploy directly from stage riggingV E R S A T I L I T Y Stage access doors are quiet and convenientand can accommodate a grand piano Air Transporter moves towers on acushion of air All-aluminum frame is rigid, durable,economical, and easy to maneuver Nesting wall tower design saves storagespace Tower leveling pads make it easy to finetune your Diva presentation S M A R T Counter-weighted base stabilizes towersand maintains balance duringsetup/strike Inherent design flexibility and economiesallow you to achieve a custom aestheticappearance within virtually any budget range Preset ceiling panel angle positionerseliminate guesswork and speed setup Telescoping wing stays position wingpanels and lock them in place

“Acoustically the Diva shell makes a world of difference. We can heareverything beautifully – it’s amazing! The shell looks great too, coordinatingnicely with the Diva panels in the seating area. It’s the perfect package.”DIVA ADAPTSTO YOUR BUDGET.Every auditorium and theater is different,physically and aesthetically, as is everybudget. Accommodating these variables iswhat Diva does better than any other shell.We’ll help you modify your Diva system tofit your space, your aesthetics, and yourbudget. You can also be assured that everyDiva shell is built to the same superiorstandards and each operates with a specialbrand of Wenger ease. Thanks to qualitymaterials and incomparable constructionmethods, Diva will maintain its structuralintegrity and magnificent looks years afterother shells show the effects of time. Divadurability gives you long-term added value,as well as a beautiful centerpiece for yourstage that projects an ongoing image ofexcellence.Luis MartinezBand DirectorBooker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual ArtsDallas, TexasALUMINUM FRAME WITHMAINTENANCE-FREE HINGES.Diva’s extruded aluminum structural frame is extremelyrigid and keeps Diva panels aligned for the finest visualappearance. The lightweight aluminum design alsopromotes easy operation and provides key economies.“The Diva shell’s effect is very encouraging – we know we’re going to have agood sound. Playing is much more exciting when we’re not struggling to heareach other. The audience also hears a balanced sound, even from smallerensembles.”David LargeString Orchestra DirectorBooker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual ArtsDallas, TexasBOOKER T WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS, DALLAS, TEXASE C O N O M I C S L A S T I N GComposite-panel/honeycomb-coreconstructioncreates anacousticallyreflectivesurface thatexcels acrossa broad rangeof frequencies.Ease of operation alone makes Diva worth yourinvestment, and it’s a benefit you will appreciatemore and more the longer you own this uniqueshell. The time and effort you save in setup issignificant for just one event, and you will realizethat value many times over year after year.V A L U EConvenient,quiet stageaccess doorsmake it fastand easy tomove peopleon and offstage. Doubledoors canaccommodategrand pianos.Ceiling panelsattach tostage riggingand areavailable withoptionallighting. alraceways.

“The Diva shell helps create the best acoustic environment for the musicians,enabling them to do their jobs in a better, easier way. If musicians can hear eachother, they can play together as a much more unified group. That’s been myexperiences with Diva shells at two different facilities. The Diva’s flexibility definitelygives us different options for setting up the orchestra. The Symphony probablyuses the Diva two or three times per month – it varies from month to month.”Laura Bordner AdamsDirector of Orchestral OperationsRichmond Symphony OrchestraRichmond, Virginia“We’ve worked with Wenger on other unusual shells; they very much have a can-do attitude andoffer creative solutions. I like how they roll up their sleeves and get into the spirit of what we’retrying to accomplish, even if it’s something they’ve never done before. The Diva shell fit all theright criteria for the Carpenter Theatre, including portability and affordability. We needed aflexible shell that could be moved on and off stage, with the ability to park and nest the towers."Bruce Herrmann, AIA,Director, Wilson Butler ArchitectsBoston, MassachusettsB E A U T I F U LC U S TO MD I VAO P T I O N S.C U S T O M I Z A T I O N SACOUSTICSAESTHETICS/DESIGNSTORAGE Custom-shaped ceiling and wallpanels Wood veneer finishes Towers with folding bases Field-applied faux finishes Towers flown for storage Panels with custom shapes/radius Removable top tower sections Accents, inlaid features, and otherarchitectural enhancements Removable ceiling sections High-density panels Adjustable acoustically transparentpanels Acoustical tower shelves Flat and curved panel combinations Forestage reflector/diffuser Ceiling storage carts Flown ceiling storage carts Flown or attached rear wall

DIVA IS THE RIGHTPLATFORM FOR ANYCUSTOM SHELL.We’ve designed Diva to accommodate anycustomization required for your project. Ourdesigners work with your project team to createthe shell that is perfect for your facility. Divadesign and aesthetics accommodate everythingfrom historic theatres to the most modernarchitecture. Acoustical requirements for specificshapes and mass can all be realized with theDiva platform. Acoustical shell storage is ofparamount concern for all facilities and Wengerhas a long history of solving shell storagechallenges – everything from folding towerbases to flying walls and removable ceilings.CUSTOM DIVA ACOUSTIC SHELLS THATFIT YOUR BUDGET.Our years of experience in designingcustom acoustic shells offers your projectteam the ability to create a shell as uniqueas your facility and fit within your budget.Wenger offers a design-build approach tosatisfying your most stringent aesthetic,acoustic or storage requirements. Ourdesigners are here to collaborate with youto create the perfect shell and add valueengineered solutions while controling costs.RICHMOND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, RICHMOND CENTERSTAGE, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA I N T E R N A T I O N A LTunable panelsuse flat,curved, andacousticallytransparentpanels tomeet specificacousticalneeds.E X P E R I E N C ETower shelvesenhancecross-stagehearing formusicians andfold forcompactstorage.Removabletower topsectionsallow accessto storageareas withlower ceilingheights.

“The whole Diva system is amazing – and so user-friendly. The orchestra really likesthat they can hear themselves, and Diva also projects sound to the audience. Setup,adjustments, and fine-tuning are easy, and it all nests into a 15’ x 8’ footprint.”Ralph WilsonStage ManagerFox Cities Performing Arts CenterAppleton, Wisconsin“I’m a big proponent of the Diva system. I think it’s easy to deploy; we deploy it at least twice a month,sometimes more. Deploying takes less than two hours and striking less than one hour. For storage, Ilike how the towers nest together and stack fairly tight, without taking much room.”Steve Sweet, Technical DirectorRichmond CenterStageRichmond, VirginiaThe counter-weighted baseprovides stability when theDiva towers are set in placeand when they are movedfrom performance tostorage areas.E F F O R T L E S SInstallation process from start to finish.Ceiling Panels AssemblyWing stays and anglepositionersmake it easy to adjust Diva’swing panels into the perfectposition. Preset ceiling panelangles are infinitely adjustable.Adjustable bases and padsmake it easy to level Divatowers. You’ll love havingthe ability to quickly andprecisely fine-tune yourDiva presentation.S E T U P C O M P A C TN E