The auditorium is the biggest performance space in East Anglia and has capacity for up to 1849 people depending on the show. There are four different seating areas - the flat floor, tiered seating, the mezzanine and the balcony.

Each area offers a splendid view of the stage area. There are also designated disabled areas for those with restricted mobility.

As the building is Grade II listed, the balcony is essentially supported on stilts so as not to ruin the original backwork.

The stage is adjustable and has three possible sizes, with each segment raised and lowered hydraulically.

As the Corn Exchange is a listed building, no structural changes can be made to it. This means that there is no facility to 'fly' tall sets on and off the stage from above - the building simply isn't tall enough. But most shows get around that restriction one way or another.

The Christmas show is a good example of how the most spectacular sets can be made to fit perfectly well.