Apparently this theater is rented out mostly to community groups. The site's website (
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"MACLA Castellano Playhouse
MACLA/Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana
MACLA is an inclusive contemporary arts space grounded in the Chicano/Latino experience that incubates new visual, literary and performance art in order to engage people in civic dialogue and community transformation.
There are two spaces available for rent.
The Castellano Playhouse is a black box style theater that is versatile for diverse performances and events.
Space Usage
Permitted Uses Rehearsal, Performance, Class, Audition, Special Event, Reading, Meeting
Disciplines Dance, Music, Theatre, Visual Art
Restrictions On Use CASTELLANO PLAYHOUSE GENERAL RULES • No jumping off the stage (EXCEPTION: Stage direction given by the director.) • It is the responsibility of renter to make sure that anyone working on sets, lights, etc. work in a safe manner. Proper protective clothing and devices should be worn when warranted. • Guests are not permitted in the back stage areas or dressing rooms unless approved by MACLA staff. • All accidents, incidents, damage or breakage in the building must be reported to MACLA Staff. If damage or breakage of MACLA equipment is users’ fault, cost of repairs or replacement will be deducted from damage and cleaning deposit. • No set pieces, props, or decorations may conceal or otherwise obstruct any building exit, exit light, fire alarm, fire extinguishing or fire protection device. • Users of the building are responsible for leaving the building in the same condition as it was prior to their arrival, including the removal of ALL sets, props, costumes and large garbage. • MACLA/Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana and its employees assume NO responsibility for any property, equipment, or other items left in the Castellano Playhouse at any time. • MACLA events take precedence over rentals. Further, renter acknowledges that they will rent MACLA’s facility at their own risk. • Facility will be used responsibly and all measures will be taken to ensure a safe and trouble free event. Any and all occurrences at event will be entirely the responsibility of the renter. • Renter acknowledges that s/he is solely responsible for obtaining all permits/licenses associated with conducting an event at MACLA. • Renter is responsible for ensuring that no damage occurs to any part of MACLA’s facility, equipment, or displayed artwork. • At the end of use all chairs will be put away, trash taken off the premises (Responsible by the renter), and floor swept and mopped so the facility is left the way it was found. MACLA has no large trash bin. • A cleaning/damage deposit plus full payment of rental fee is required before load in can begin. Before and after the event MACLA staff will conduct a walk through/inspection of the facility and equipment. Once it is determined that the above conditions have been met and that no damage has occurred the cleaning/damage deposit will be returned within one week. • Front Doors are to remain locked until Playhouse is open for business. • No posters, photos, decorations, etc. are allowed on the office/gallery/Playhouse walls, doors, or windows without approval of the Coordinator. • The Castellano Playhouse cannot be oversold. Additional seating or standing room is not allowed under any circumstances. Seating is limited to 120. Occupancy limits are set by the Fire Marshall according to the State Fire Code. Serving and/or sale of Alcohol Except for beer and wine, alcoholic beverages are prohibited. The user is responsible for applying to State Alcohol and Beverage Control for a temporary liquor license if beer and/or wine are to be sold or served. Renters must provide copy of license and evidence of employment of two police officers 3 weeks prior to event date. If liquor license is obtained through renter’s caterer, a copy of caterer’s license is required 3 weeks prior to event.
Availability
(Availability has not been published)
Booking Policies
How To Book
Email us at info@maclaarte.org, or call us at (408) 998-2783
Hours Of Operation Monday-Sunday 8AM-11PM
Rental Policy Base Rent: Non-profit/Grassroots org--$75/hr, Private or Special Interest--$100/hr, Commercial--$150/hr, *Please note: Rentals are 2 hr minimum The base rent includes any use of the Theatre, green room, lighting, and sound equipment. Rental fees are charged from the time access to the building is “requested” until renter exits building. If renter exceeds originally contracted rental period, the unscheduled time will be added to the original rental agreement at double the base rate. Theatre staff must approve all unscheduled time. Deposit And Payment Reservation will be confirmed only upon receipt of required deposits. Once a reservation is made and deposits received, no dates or hours may be added without approval of the Coordinator. A $200 refundable damage and cleaning deposit are due upon approval of reservation. The damage and cleaning deposit will be completely or partially refunded based on final inspection of the Theatre by Theatre staff. The deposit may also be held to cover additional fees such as additional technicians, equipment, garbage disposal, etc. The rental charges, insurance, additional fees are due 3weeks prior to first rental use. Staffing Fees Additional Gallery Sitters and/or Theatre Technicians may be required based on the nature of the event. The decision on the number of staff required will be determined by the Coordinator. Additional staff, as needed or requested, will be charged at a rate of $10/hour to $12/hour. Insurance Special event liability insurance is required of all theatre users for rehearsals and performances covering both participants and audience. A copy of the renter’s Certificate of Insurance naming MACLA/Movimineto de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana as an additionally insured must be presented 3 weeks prior to event. Details of required coverage are: • $1,000,000 general aggregate. • $1,000,000 aggregate (liquor liability included). • $1,000,000 personal and advertising injury. • $1,000,000 each occurrence limit. • $50,000 fire damage
Cancellation Policy Cancellations for facilities previously reserved with less than 60 days notice but more than 30 days will forfeit 50% of rental fees. Cancellations with less than 30 days may be subject to full forfeit of their rental fees, excluding the cleaning/security deposit.
Allows Last Minute Reservations None specified
Booking Requirements Deposit, Full payment, On site meeting, Proof of liability insurance required
Personnel Available at Time of Rental On site manager, Call for addtl rental personnel
Personnel Available at Time of Performance Stage hands, Sound technician, Technical director, Call for addtl performance personnel
Payment Types Check
Options None specified
Other Allowed Activities Percussive footwear, Street shoes, Live percussion, Amplified music, Alcohol permitted
Features
Space Dimensions 4821.25 sqft
Space Features Air-conditioned
Technology WiFi
Flooring Linoleum
Stage Configuration Black box
Stage Dimensions None specified
Seating Capacity 120
Seating Arrangement Flexible seating
Equipment
Lighting Lighting instruments
Furniture Chairs, Podium, Tables
Artist Amenities Green room, Private restroom
Instruments And Accessories Music stands
Audio Sound system, Microphone
Video Film Digital projector, Projection screen
Studio Arts None specified
Other
Parking Street parking, Paid garage/lot parking
Accessibility Lobby and house, Patron restrooms, Backstage restroom, Stage
Audience Services Restrooms, Lobby
Miscellaneous None specified
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