OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE AND CURTILAGE HERITAGE MANAGEMENT PLAN 2008–2013

9. Interpretation and Exhibition Permitted Action Schedule
Part C – Implementation Tools
Old Parliament House and Curtilage Heritage Management Plan 2008–2013
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14 THEATRICAL PERFORMANCES
Permitted Actions
Non invasive theatrical interpretation
throughout all areas of OPH for a sole actor
or small group (up to five people).
Interactive theatrical interpretation using
replica fabric, furniture and objects.
Use of personal props and costumes
which do not extend outside the direct
control of the actor/interpreter.
Use of costumes and props of a larger nature in the
Landmark Zone is permitted, providing the Action does
not occur closer than 2m to built heritage fabric.
Moving and storing light weight, personal, props
and costumes from performance places to
designated storage areas; storing in containers
specifically for the use of storing objects and
stored at least 1m away from objects and walls
Cleaning of floors, walls, ceilings, windows
provided it is carried out in accordance with
Housekeeping Permitted Action Schedule.
Not Permitted Actions
Using props or costumes not examined/quarantined/
fumigated/approved by Heritage staff.
Use of props and costumes which prohibit the actors/
interpreters from a clear vision and movement around
the spaces (note that the use of the large ‘heads’ is
permitted provided that the wearer / user
is appropriately supervised at all times).
Use of costume or props in the Landmark Zone
if the Action may cause a prop to impact on
heritage fabric (such as juggling, stilt walking).
Storing any props or costumes against heritage fabric.
Storing of large objects wider or higher than 125m,
which may easily scrape doorways or corridors.
Cleaning of floors, walls, ceilings, windows
without reference to the Housekeeping
Permitted Action Schedule and prior
consultation with the OPH Heritage staff.
15 REPORTING DAMAGE
With close attention and documentation of the location and condition of all heritage fabric and
items before an exhibition or interpretation, comparisons can be made with the condition of
heritage fabric and items after an exhibition or interpretation. It is important to document small
damage and sailing to assist in future management of items and in planning future events at
OPH. More serious damage should likewise be documented and the following steps followed.
■■immediate notice be given to the supervisor of the activity and a written
report provided by the supervisor to the Manager, OPH Heritage
■■Manager, OPH Heritage will then decide the appropriate remedial Action.
■■photographs should be taken by Heritage staff.
In the case of spot soiling / damage:
■■Refer Housekeeping Permitted Action Schedule