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Ballroom
Downtown Oakland, CA200 guests
Welcome to our elegant and versatile ballroom located on vibrant West Grand Avenue in Oakland. This spacious venue is ideal for weddings, receptions, private parties, corporate events, performances, and community gatherings. The ballroom features an open layout that can be easily customized for seated dinners,…
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$300
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5 hr min
Event and Theater space 30 seconds from BART in Oakland.
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (2)
40 guests
The space is conveniently located 30 seconds from 12th Street BART. The space is 902 square feet with a stage. 40 chairs are available. LED overhead and theater lights are also available. The space has been used as a photo studio, event space, theater space…
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$125
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4 hr min
Professional Performance & Events Venue
El Cerrito, CA5.0 (16)
45 guests
Voted 2022 BEST EVENT SPACE by El Cerrito City of Commerce. Our elegant venue is multi-functional. Space can be used for music concerts/recitals, art shows, storytelling, small theater production, dance/yoga classes, and more. We are located just steps away from El Cerrito Plaza. SPACE RENTAL…
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$150
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3 hr min
Multi Level Entertainment Event Space Located in SF
Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA200 guests
…public and private events on Sundays and Mondays. We are located in the heart of San Francisco. Our venue features a large performance stage, state of the art sound and lighting and plenty of seating. Our staff is readily available for tours at your convenience.
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$500
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4 hr min
Historic Opera House With A Beautiful And Versatile Indoor/outdoor Event Space Featuring A Proscenium Stage And An Open Auditorium With A Capacity Of Up To 300 Guests
Bayview, San Francisco, CA296 guests
An open auditorium with a capacity of up to 300 guests, featuring a proscenium stage. We prioritize arts-focused events. Rentable Spaces: Main Theater Kitchen Patio/Balcony Dressing Rooms (2) Classroom Outdoor Stage Private Lot Amenities: Private parking for 17 vehicles State-of-the-art D&B technical equipment available for…
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$150
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5 hr min
Broadway Event Hall: Stunning Multi-Level Event Venue with Natural Light
Northgate - Waverly, Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
700 guests
Beautiful event venue perfect for large gatherings, performances, conferences and marketplaces. Large windows and street level entry provide natural light and easy access for guests. Options to combine meeting rooms, mezzanine, adjacent atrium, our outdoor patio to accommodate over 700 people. /// SPACE INCLUDES ///…
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$450
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4 hr min
Charming Outdoor Montclair Mural Garden
Montclair, Oakland, CA5.0 (3)
80 guests
This beautiful patio space is located in the Montclair District of Oakland. The patio is located behind the CRUfit fitness club. The 1350 square foot patio space is comprised of an 1100 square foot gathering area and a 250 square foot stage. The space is…
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$150
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3 hr min
Scenic Bayfront Theater with Golden Gate Bridge View
Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA5.0 (6)
194 guests
…Fort Mason Center between Fisherman’s Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge, the 194-seat Bayfront Theater is the ideal place to hold a performance , conference, or gathering. The theater features a modern proscenium, auditorium-quality seating, a concessions stand with cafe seating, and both on- and…
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$525
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3 hr min
SF Chinatown Multiuse Venue
Chinatown, San Francisco, CA5.0 (1)
60 guests
Snuggled in the heart of San Francisco Chinatown, the historical venue is walking distance to Union Square and SF Downtown Financial District. The venue is easily accessible by public transportation, and has public garages nearby. Once the Salvation Army Church, the venue was internationally known…
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$225
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2 hr min
Full buyout venue with full bar in Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
75 guests
Welcome to our charming and versatile restaurant space located on vibrant **West Grand Avenue in **Oakland. This warm, modern venue is perfect for private events, pop-ups, meetings, celebrations, and creative gatherings. The space features a welcoming dining area with flexible seating, making it easy to…
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$200
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5 hr min
Beautiful, Light-filled Aerial Studio/Event Space in North Beach
North Beach, San Francisco, CA5.0 (1)
100 guests
Located in a brick-and-timber building in the heart of San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood, our venue features exposed brick walls, 18ft+ ceilings, concrete floors and lots of natural light. Formerly a local bakery for decades, the space is now an aerial arts studio and an…
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$250
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3 hr min
Downtown Oakland Event Space
Northgate - Waverly, Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
150 guests
This ground-floor, street-facing space on Telegraph Ave offers 2,145 sq ft of flexible, open layout , perfect for meetings, networking events, fitness classes, workshops, AI/tech gatherings, private parties, and more. The space includes one large main room and two smaller adjacent rooms, giving you options…
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$125
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2 hr min
Beautiful Historic Berkeley Chapel & Event Venue
South Berkeley, CA250 guests
Step into a truly unique Berkeley venue with the charm, character, and atmosphere of a historic chapel. The Chapel of the Flowers offers a distinctive setting for weddings, private celebrations, parties, photo and video productions, memorials, community gatherings, corporate events, and other special occasions. Located…
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$150
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3 hr min
Ciel Studio 4: Spacious Berkeley Natural Light Event Space
Southwest Berkeley, CA5.0 (6)
120 guests
PLEASE NOTE: There is an 8 hour minimum on event rentals Event Space Details - Approx. 2000 sq ft (48' x 42.5') - Option to expand space to 3000 sq ft - 23’ high ceilings (to the support beams above) - Distribution box with 100…
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$550
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10 hr min
Creative Daylight Loft Space Dance Yoga Studio
Mid-Market, San Francisco, CA4.9 (305)
50 guests
Flex Space / Dayligth Studio / Dance Studio / Yoga Studio / Event Venue and more! This naturally lit creative space is perfect for a wide range of activities! (The daylight floods the space through the skylight ALL DAY) Our stunning studio located at 1067…
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$35
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1 hr min
Beautiful lounge with stage
Downtown Oakland, CA30 guests
Multi purpose space filled with natural light, illuminated by three dandelions chandeliers. Great for birthday parties, celebrations, a reunions, receptions and more! 12ft wrap around bar with high chairs. 4 Couches with coffee tables 12ft stage with 4 speakers and mice stand. 2 tall tables…
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$150
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2 hr min
Creative Multi use space hall near lake 5 min from downtown
Merritt, Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
60 guests
Open concept spacious and versatile 1,600 sq ft. multi-use event space designed for creative events, film or music releases or even traditional small birthdays, baby showers, engagement, baptisms, and more. (Backdrops pictured are only for examples and will not be set up for specific events).…
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$119
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4 hr min
Rainbow Room and Performance Space
Mint Hill, San Francisco, CA5.0 (1)
250 guests
Overview The Rainbow Room is our auditorium and main event space. Since renovations in 2017, the Rainbow Room has gained floor-to-ceiling windows that look out onto Market Street. Completely reconfigurable, the space is perfect for all large-scale events, from banquets to dance parties. The Rainbow…
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$286
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4 hr min
Unique Vibey Intimate Downtown Event Space
Downtown Oakland, CA50 guests
Want to perform with your own guest list? A dance party? Comedy night? Movie experience? Mahjong night? Want a space to host a company party, birthday, baby shower? The possibilities are endless. If you dream it, we can build it (within reason, of course). Baba's…
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$555
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3 hr min
On Page Street
Lower Haight, San Francisco, CA5.0 (7)
160 guests
…on-site venue facilitator ✔ Tables and chairs as pictured ✔ Full access to the spaces listed above Whether you're planning a live performance , a celebration of life, a retreat, or a film screening, our team is happy to collaborate with you to bring your…
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$650
/hr
5 hr min
Modern Downtown Event Floor with Theater Seating & Game Lounge
Downtown Oakland, CA350 guests
Welcome to our brand-new downtown event floor—perfect for speaker panels, team offsites, networking events, or creative workshops. The space features a theater-style setup ideal for presentations, panel discussions, and group meetings. In addition to the main seating area, guests can enjoy a modern lounge space…
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$900
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1 hr min
The Chapel is a historic Mission District Venue with Versatile Indoor & Outdoor Event Spaces, Concert Stage, and Multiple Rooms.
Mission District, San Francisco, CA550 guests
The Chapel was originally built in 1914 as a mortuary, designed in the Mission Revival style that defines much of the neighborhood’s historic architecture. The space was lovingly restored and transformed into a live music venue and event destination, retaining its original arched ceilings, stained-glass…
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$3,000
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5 hr min
Creative Space in Downtown Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA4.7 (10)
75 guests
A fully customizable space in Downtown Oakland that serves as an art gallery, and event space. This space allows for various different styles of meetings and gatherings, movie screenings and performances, and the perfect place for networking workshops.
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$150
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2 hr min
Industrial Union Square Studio with a Theater and Roomy Lounge
Union Square, San Francisco, CA350 guests
Discover a 3,000-square-foot hidden gem in the heart of San Francisco, located directly on the Powell Street cable car line and steps from major transit hubs. This bright, modern gallery space offers a unique, modular design that effortlessly adapts for high-stakes startup pitches, fireside chats,…
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$210
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4 hr min
Ladimina's Room - Create Beautiful Music to the Stunning Background
Berkeley Hills, CA5.0 (2)
10 guests
Ever dream of playing music in a beautiful location with beautiful background scenery, or just playing a grand piano? Well dream no more - here is your chance to enjoy all of that, and not only playing a grand piano, but a 9 foot concert…
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$150
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2 hr min
DJ Studio and Art Space in the Heart & Soul Of The Mission District
Mission District, San Francisco, CA25 guests
DJ Studio located in the Heart & Soul of the Mission District in San Francisco that offers an intimate and warm environment for hosting your musical event, team or community gathering. Participants will be surrounded by a lifetime collection of records, cassette tapes and CDs,…
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$300
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4 hr min
Micro Cinema and Brewery in a Historic Victorian Building
Downtown Oakland, CA40 guests
Our intimate theater seats up to 40 people. It has a Full HD 1080p video projector, 2000 Watt sound system with a mixer, powered speakers and a subwoofer for incredible sound. Our venue includes a cozy reception area, with a couch and popcorn machine, ready…
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$90
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3 hr min
The Lost Church: Vintage Speakeasy Style North Beach Theater for Parties, Fundraisers, Team Building Events, Workshops, and more
North Beach, San Francisco, CA5.0 (9)
135 guests
…or Santa Rosa theater for your private event, workshop or gathering supports our mission to create, sustain, and defend spaces for live performance . AMENITIES 2800 sq. ft 3 Rooms (Theater, Barroom, and Private Green Room) 135 capacity 105 chairs (2) 6 ft tables Red…
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$260
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3 hr min
Gallery and Production Studio w/ High Ceilings and Tons of Natural Light
Northern Waterfront, San Francisco, CA5.0 (1)
80 guests
Discover the perfect location for your next creative venture in our spacious gallery. With 3,200 sqft total, including a 2,400 sqft open floor plan main floor and a mezzanine with breakout room, this corner unit boasts abundant natural light streaming through floor-to-ceiling windows. Nestled in…
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$286
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6 hr min
Broadway Gallery: Beautiful Downtown Event Venue with Natural Lighting
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
100 guests
A large open retail floor space with natural light accommodates events and conferences of all size and varieties. This space is setup as a gallery as well with beautiful art from local artists, providing a colorful backdrop for your meeting or event. Features street level…
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$175
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4 hr min
State of the art Movie Theater Auditorium and Popup Space Available in Marina District - Private
Marina District, san francisco, CA5.0 (9)
65 guests
We are now offering a popup space with excellent street exposure. Inquire for rates and conditions. Movie Theater Auditorium space for rent ideal for private and event screenings, birthday parties and corporate events! Ability to buy out an entire auditorium and screen a film that…
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$395
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1 hr min
Bright + Flexible SOMA Studio for Events, Workshops, and Gatherings
SoMa, San Francisco, CA5.0 (8)
150 guests
…tables, assorted end tables - 40 back jacks (floor seating) for talks, screenings, and workshops - Modular vintage furniture that reconfigures for performance , seated, or reception layouts - Light & Lighting - Abundant natural light from original factory windows — excellent for daytime shoots…
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$160
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2 hr min
FLUID510
Downtown Oakland, CA4.8 (4)
250 guests
FLUID510 is a 5,000 square foot event venue perfect for dance parties, Corporate parties, weddings, non-profit fundraisers, brunch and more. We are downtown Oakland's destination for all things fun. Due to the "fluidity" of our venue, events can be for a few people or as…
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$125
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4 hr min
Potrero Film/Photo/Recording Studio with parking.
Potrero Hill, San Francisco, CA5.0 (35)
30 guests
Enjoy this 600 SqFt multi purpose film/photo/sound stage and studio. The cyclorama wall is perfect for getting seamless and professional film/ photo shoots! The size of the room is perfect for bands and musician groups to perform, especially with the thick stage curtains and gobos…
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$50
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1 hr min
South Park Multi-Level Loft with Rooftop Deck
South Beach, San Francisco, CA300 guests
This vibrant four-level venue sits in the heart of South Park, one of San Francisco's most concentrated startup and VC neighborhoods. The ground floor is a stage-ready event space with professional AV, microphones, and a projector, perfect for product launches, panels, and community nights. Downstairs,…
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$600
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2 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through September 2026.
How much does a performance space cost to rent in Oakland?
Performance spaces in Oakland average $72 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $150, whereas larger venues run about $611 per hour.
performance spaces Pricing Range in Oakland, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for performance spaces venues in Oakland, ranging between $150 and $611.
$72/hr average
How long do people rent performance spaces in Oakland?
Most performance spaces are scheduled for 7 hours, with 51 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Performances starting between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.
performance spaces Booking Times in Oakland, CA
Image representing average rental time for performance spaces in Oakland, emphasizing most start between 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
10:00 AM5:00 PM
How popular are performance spaces in Oakland?
Our local hosts have welcomed 1532 people into their performance spaces with reviews averaging 4.73 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 97%.
What's the best day to rent a performance space in Oakland?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking performance spaces in Oakland.
Reviews for performance spaces
Jennifer A.
Gorgeous Gourmet Ghetto Event Studio
the piano provided was great. Viviana easy to reach and very responsive. The space has a high ceiling which provides great acoustics for music performances. Our guests had no trouble finding it. It was a tad too warm for the summer but there were fans there which helped...
Erin A.
Large Wide Open Studio Space (1800 sq ft) with High Ceilings, Sprung Dance Floor and Grand Piano
kind + great hosts and SO incredibly helpful in ensuring our event was a success. We hosted a music event with a couple DJs + live performers, and this could not have been a better spot to do so! Paul has an expert knowledge of sound + lighting equipment and also rented us...
Devon B.
Newly Renovated Production Space
Great place to host performance and production activities
Kevin B.
Huge, Affordable Production Space
ve shot at this location twice and performed in a music video here once and all three shoots were great. Solid space, helpful staff...
Ryan B.
Natural Light Photo + Video / Creative Studio Loft Space
This space is very beautiful, perfect for filming our interview and acoustic performance. It was helpful to have some gear already at the venue. Thoughtful instructions were left by the host, who was also very helpful and responsive. Hope to work here again, thanks...
Joselyn C.
Large Wide Open Studio Space (1800 sq ft) with High Ceilings, Sprung Dance Floor and Grand Piano
Great performance and party space! Paul D was an absolute pleasure to work with. Extremely accommodating and clear on the do’s and dont’s but there are far more do’s than dont’s! Paul was always reachable via the Peerspace app. I never had to wait long for...
Thien C.
Jewel-Box Modern Home with Private Yard
and space! I hosted my graduation party here with the max amount of people. We had catering, drinks, and even used the piano to perform. The indoor/outdoor setting was amazing and everyone was so impressed by the home. Check in and check out was easy. Would 100% book again...
David D.
Spacious Gallery with Bar in Nice Neighborhood
the venue are professional, positive and easy to work with.
I highly recommend this venue for almost any type of event- I can imagine performance, parties, art shows and music events all being well-served by this space...
John G.
Pro Photo & Video Studio in Emeryville/N. Oakland | Loads of Rental Gear
out of there way to help with setup. The space has great character. My team and I were able to shoot a live music performance and set up three different scenes within their space, including a 10 piece band. I’d highly recommend this venue...
Jamie K.
Warehouse space with redwood floors and natural light
Amazing space, amazing location and great people. I've filmed there before and would happily film there again. In fact, one of the performers from our first film there loved the space so much we came back months later and filmed a new project...
Tal K.
Light-Filled Studio Space in Elmwood
potential weather issue. They were super accommodating, friendly and prepared. Easily fit a 40 person adult / kid party with room to spare for circus performers. Highly recommend this space for kid/adult combos. Very clean. Lots of kid activities, seating, tables. Thank you...
John L.
Modern & open industrial space + lounge and patio
to my requests and ensured things went off without a hitch. Artie (Host) and Lakisha (Bartender) were a perfect fit for the event and performed their responsibilities flawlessly. I would love to work with the whole team again in the future...
Twila L.
Mosswood Chapel Ballroom
not express any concerns or objections.
This statement was unprofessional, dismissive, and inappropriate. It left us feeling bullied, taken advantage of, and pressured into performing labor that should never have been our responsibility. It also contributed to substantial delays in our setup timeline and added to the overall mismanagement we...
Augusto L.
Huge, Affordable Production Space
Alan is a frickin professional! The studio was all ready to go. Communication was perf. The space yielded amazing results. The performer I filmed has been so pleased with the footage and the overall experience we had at the studio space. I cannot recommend these cats enough! The space is...
Lawrence N.
Natural Light Photo + Video / Creative Studio Loft Space
Fantastic spot. Shot a live musical performance here with a small crew. Ian was extremely responsive, space was beautiful and adaptable to our needs. Would definitely book again -- thanks Ian...
Danny O.
Gold N' Grey Studio
so, so, so gracious and helpful in getting set up. The space is beautiful and definitely large enough for a video shoot with 6 performers. I can't wait to book another project here.
Bonus points: they have a super cute brand new puppy...
Karah P.
Vintage Luxury Boudoir studio with panoramic windows and multiple sets
Day workshop, following six weeks of dedicated training. They were all thoroughly impressed by how the space seamlessly complemented the theme of their performance, making them feel like they were on the set of a professional music video. The level of professionalism, the excellent accommodations, and the overall flexibility were...
Kevin P.
🎬 🗣️ FOR INTERVIEWS 🪴 🌞 Sun + Plants + Vibe 🎥 🎤 💡 Spacious industrial loft with plants, natural light, and character + camera, audio, and pre-light options! ✨
to present in the videos. They are professionals who have obviously been doing this for a long time. The end result was great. Our performances were really good due to their direction. They also took on post-production, and the edits look amazing. In general, they're just great guys...
Anna T.
Newly Renovated Performance and Event Space
met the owner's Simon and Don. It was the perfect spot for my twin nieces' birthday celebration. My nieces and their dance group performed for the guests so we were able to utilize the mini stage. Owners were very professional and accommodating! Overall, great experience...
Allen Z.
Professional Performance & Events Venue
system was in working shape. He was also easily reachable via the phone.
The venue itself is a nice space - perfect for an intimate performance to an audience of ~30-40. There are also two bathrooms, so no one had issues waiting. The mirror and recording studio rooms also give...
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