Red lit, bordello-style bar/lounge in Historic Greenwich Village

Greenwich Village, New York, NY

3 reviews
•100 people
•4 hr min
•2000 sq ft

"Great, Artsy, beautiful space, lots of options to shoot/film from." Junior I.

"Great place." Norkel M.

"My experience with MadameX was absolutely lovely." Nathanael P.

Amy M.

100

/hr

4 hr min

Amy typically responds within 7 hrs

Cancel for free within 24 hours

Enhanced COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures

Space is empty in between shoots. Space is thoroughly cleaned before and after shoots. There is always at least 72 hours between shoots.

Enhanced cleaning measures:

High touch surfaces and shared amenities have been disinfected
Bookings are spaced apart to allow for enhanced cleaning

All hosts are required to do the following prior to each booking:

Sweep, mop, vacuum and clean the space.
Supply a hand washing station with soap, warm water, and paper towels or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
Clean common areas allowing guest access including bathrooms, kitchens, and entrances.
Collect and clean dishes, silverware, and other provided host amenities, if applicable.
Remove garbage and add new lining to cans.

The following equipment is provided for every guest:

Hand Sanitizer

The space has the following features:

Capacity is limited based on state and local guidelines
Space has additional space outdoors

The space has informational signage including:

Detailed checklist of updated cleaning procedure. Download checklist

About the Space

We've been the background for everything from Sex and the City to photo shoots for Town & Country. Daddy Yankee was interviewed and photographed here by the New York Post, and Cindy Lauper filmed a PSA in our private lounge. If you're looking for an ambiance-filled backdrop, our plush and red lit lounges with exotic lamps and velvet draperies provide a unique option. There's also a small, secluded garden with benches, brick walls and trees should an outdoor space be desired. We have two floors, each of which has a separate sound system, and a small stage with microphone and lighting, projector and screen, is located at the top bar. There is no kitchen and you're welcome to bring in outside catering if you wish. Peerspace doesn't give options for variables, so prices range from $100 to $300 per hour, depending on how flexible you can be to work within our parameters. When you start and finish, how many cast and crew there are, how much space you need and whether you need to move furniture all factor into the final cost. We do give discounts for cash over payment by credit card or check. We require insurance coverage for the day. If insurance isn't available we take a $500 deposit at the start of the event and reimburse at the end if all is in order. IMPORTANT! We do not update the calendar on Peerspace as we list a lot of spaces. Please contact us for availability!

Parking options

Free street parking, Nearby parking lot

Parking description

There are lots nearby that are walking distance, and street parking depends on the time of day you arrive and, well, luck. It's New York City. It's crowded. That said, we do have a fire hydrant right in front of the bar, which makes it easy to do a quick unload.

Space has natural light

Natural light can be blocked out

Lighting description

Some windows can be blocked more thoroughly than others, and there's a skylight on one side that requires a ladder to cover. Night shoots are recommended for the best control, but enough of the space can be blocked during the day to make it workable.

Space is not soundproof

Ambient noise description

Day shoots are recommended for keeping the ambient noise level to a minimum. We're a working bar that opens at 6 p.m. Sound coming through the floor from the main bar is more of an issue Thursday through Saturday, but the later in the evening you get, the more likely there will be some spill over. We're on Houston St. This is a major thoroughfare and as we're only one floor above street level there will be street noise. We have refrigeration and air conditioning units that cycle on and off. They can be unplugged/turned off as required. If you need pin drop quiet, we're not the right spot.

Crew access

Stairs

Equipment loading description

Our main bar area is 8 steps down from street level. Our second floor production space/private party room is five steps up from street level through the residential entrance to the building, and 12 steps up if entered through the bar. There's a fire hydrant right in front of the entrance, so easy loading as long as someone stays in the vehicle. There's free street parking after 6 p.m., so the curb area on our block is generally vacant until then.

Staging area is available

Our second floor/production space/private party room has a glass atrium in the rear that is frequently used as a staging area.

All rooms are available for shooting

Shooting the exterior of the building is allowed

Electrical system description

There are outlets all around the perimeter of the space, but we request you bring extension cords. The reason you're choosing our location is likely to be the sexy red ambiance, and that is generated by the unique lamps plugged into most of those outlets. Power and extension cords allow everything to remain plugged in. If you're going to require heavy duty electrical use, please confer with me about the draw prior to booking.

Circuit breaker can be accessed

General Rules

We are 21 and over, only. Smoking is allowed in the garden. We don't have a kitchen, but outside catering is allowed. No outside alcoholic beverages. No pets. Additional insurance required. Furniture can only be moved with permission of the manager.

21+ age requirement

Production insurance is required

We prefer to be added as additional insured. If you don't have access to that, we run a credit card (or take cash) for $500 prior to the shoot, and reimburse on completion as long as there has been no damage.

Furniture and decorations may be moved

Our preference is to move nothing, however small pieces can usually be shifted on request. We have, however, done larger events where much of the furniture was either rearranged or removed. There is a commensurate increase in the price for this. We'd do a walk through to determine what is acceptable to move, and a manager would be there the day of to supervise. Nothing moves without permission. We're strict on that.

Smoke machines are allowed

Nudity is allowed

Included in your booking

Amenities

Tables

Chairs

WiFi

Sink

Lighting Equipment

Blackout blinds

White Backdrop

Features

Natural Light

Restrooms

Parking Space(s)

Public Transportation

Dressing Room

Freight Elevators

Wheelchair Accessible

Soundproof

Other

Many Different Backgrounds, Brick, Red And Black Velvet And Red And Black Walls

Projector/screen

Sound System

Don't see an amenity you're looking for? Ask the host, Amy

Location

Operating Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

Closed

Thursday

Closed

Friday

Closed

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Cancellation Policy

Grace period

All Bookings are subject to Peerspace’s Grace Period policy which provides a full refund for Bookings cancelled within 24 hours from receipt of a Booking Confirmation but no later than 48 hours prior to the Event start time.

Flexible

Guests may cancel their Booking until 7 days before the event start time and will receive a full refund (including all Fees) of their Booking Price. Guests may cancel their Booking between 7 days and 24 hours before the event start time and receive a 50% refund (excluding Fees) of their Booking Price. Booking cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the Event start time are not refundable. Learn more

Reviews (3)

Junior I. booked a production for 12 people

Musician

Yes, I would book again.

Great, Artsy, beautiful space, lots of options to shoot/film from. people were super charming and helpful with everything. Def will recommend this location!

May 14, 2019

Norkel M. booked a production for 20 people

Director

Yes, I would book again.

Great place. The Manager she’s excellent Amazing service. And it’s really big

April 12, 2019

Nathanael P. booked a production for 10 people

Artist

Yes, I would book again.

My experience with MadameX was absolutely lovely. Not only was it a nice place but the staff was ever so helpful and available on que to help us with whatever was needed. Would definitely book this location again and highly recommend it to others.

February 22, 2019

Red lit, bordello-style bar/lounge in Historic Greenwich Village

Enhanced COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures

Cleaning protocol

Protective gear

Physical distance

Signage

About the Space

Parking

Lighting

Sound

Space access

Electrical

Host rules

Included in your booking

Amenities

Features

Other

Location

Operating Hours

Cancellation Policy

Grace period

Flexible

Reviews (3)