On the Boards offers rentals at the Behnke Center for Contemporary Performance for rehearsals, performances, screenings, events, and more. Learn more about the Studio Theater and Merrill Theater below and submit inquiries to rentals@ontheboards.org.
In an effort to reduce barriers to our community, we offer 30% discount to non-profit organizations.
Studio Theater
Studio Theater Rates
Hourly Rate: $100/hr (minimum rental)
Day Rate: $700/8hr
Space Dimensions
40’ wide, 24’ Deep
Available Equipment
Small mobile sound system with aux cord.
Basic conventional lighting plot & ETC Expression.
Features
Walls are covered by black curtains.
Floor is sprung and covered with black marley.
Bathrooms
There are 3 gender-neutral bathrooms available – one private restroom, one with 3 stalls, and one private bathroom with a shower connected to the kitchen next to the studio. Restrooms are ADA accessible.
Support
An OtB staff member will give you access to the space and orient you with the equipment and the first-floor layout. Additional production and FOH support are available for a $45/h fee per person.
If you require additional assistance or equipment, please email rentals@ontheboards.org and an estimate will be provided for the additions that can be accommodated.
Merrill Theater
Merrill Theater Rates
5-hour Rate: $1,500/5hr (minimum rental)
Hourly Rate: $250/each additional hour past minimum rental
Space Dimensions
64’ wall to wall
37’ from plaster line to back wall
33’ from plaster line to upstage black velour traveler
Fixed grid at 19’5”
Four motorized electrics trim out at 18’1”
Ceiling is 21’1”
Available Equipment
Professional Sound System
Basic Lighting (All conventional instruments, no LEDs) & Soft Goods Rep Plot
Features
Sprung floors
Bathrooms
There are two, multi-stall, gender-neutral bathrooms just off the Merrill Lobby.
Support
An OtB staff member will give you access to the space and orient you with the equipment and the second floor layout as well as operate basic lighting and sound. Additional production and FOH support can be made available for a $45/h fee per person.
If you require additional assistance or equipment, please email rentals@ontheboards.org and an estimate will be provided for the additions that can be accommodated.