The Popwagon is a custom, 20’ trailer with a large side door that folds down to become an instant performance space. It has been known to appear near galleries, metro-rail stops, food trucks, office plazas, parks, and other unexpected places. It has been the venue for short-form theater pieces, musical acts, video projections, and interactive art installations. It’s grand opening coincided with the launch of the Expo Line with a program of short musical and theatrical acts.
Have a look at some of the Popwagon’s past activities.
POPWAGON
FACT SHEET
LENGTH: 23′
STAGE LENGTH: 17’4″
WIDTH: 8′6″ closed / 15′9″ open
HEIGHT: 11’4″
WEIGHT: 3500 lbs
POWER: External generator (3500 watts max.)
EQUIPMENT: A full suite of lighting, sound and video equipment is available.
HOW IT WORKS: The side door is supported by two cables attached to winches and lowered using exterior winch controls. The door/floor can be used with the cables attached, or else three jacks can be placed in position to bear the weight when the cables are removed. The floor can also be lowered to ground level to act as a ramp.
SETUP TIME: Less than five minutes to park, detach the tow vehicle, and lower the stage.
BUILT: January 2012