In its plans for providing a world-class studio, Nu Boyana has now added an underwater stage. Completed in February 2018, it is one of the largest underwater filming facilities in Europe.

At a size of 20m x 20m x 6m deep (65ft x 65ft x 20ft deep) and a volume of 2400m3, it has a UV filtration system that reduces the use of chlorine, thus reducing costume and set bleach out, as well as actor’s eye and skin irritation.

The filtration system has a water turnover of every 6 hours and is maintained at 22°C, with the capacity to be heated to 33°C if required.

The viewing gallery houses a glass-viewing window of 2m by 1.5m.

The tank also has a built-in skimmer system for removing surface dust and impurities.

The main area has a 5m floor working area space around the tank with a 10-ton bridge crane and 13m working height to the underside of the overhead gantries.

There are three large access doors for loading and offloading equipment.

View Stage Plan (PDF 143kb)

Amenities

  • 2 x actors’ bathrooms with walk-in showers
  • Costume and make-up room
  • Production room (if required)
  • Viewing gallery area
  • Equipment maintenance and storage rooms

Equipment

  • Ocean Eye underwater camera housing for Alexa SXT, XT, Alexa Mini, and Red Cameras
  • Underwater LED lighting
  • VFX screens
  • Wavemakers and tip tanks
  • Compressor for charging cylinders
  • 10 x sets of diving equipment
  • In-water rostrums and platforms

Our underwater stage is the perfect place for planning and handling your production from the beginning to the finished result.