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from$150/hr
Spacious Content Creation And Small Event Paradise w/ amazing natural lights
Marshall Heights, Washington, DC
...transformed to accommodate your next production. The unique afro-bohemian decor, open floor plan and natural light make it ideal for live performances, photoshoots, pop-ups, dinners and more. The decor in this home is breathtaking and easy to fit your theme. Beautiful modern kitchen...
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from$475/hr
Historic Dupont Sanctuary
Northwest Washington, DC
58
Searching for a place where you can engage your audience with your social media posts and make them more likable? It is an awesome sanctuary at a Dupont church and a magnificent venue for any event. You will surely be blown away by the ambiance...
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from$175/hr
Penthouse Event Space
Manor Park, Washington, DC
5
This is a multi-use event space located near Fort Totten near the heart of Washington, DC. The venue is equipped with three different rental spaces. This space is on the 4th floor and includes 6 rooms, 6 bathrooms (w/ showers), and a kitchen. Our event...
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from$55/hr
Digital nomads are in High Demand - Podcast Central Influencer House Product Lauch
Southeast Washington, DC
20
Step into the Influencer House, a haven of opulence and creativity where content creators can bring their visions to life. With a luxurious interior and a multipurpose production studio, the possibilities are endless. Our spacious 800 square foot studio boasts a segmented floor plan, offering...
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from$95/hr
New Bar and Lounge in the Heart of Washington DC | Lux Dc
Northwest Washington, DC
46
Welcome to Lux Dc Bar & Lounge. This gorgeous venue is located in the center of Washington, D.C. in the neighborhood of Park View. It has a vibrant lighting across the bar that sets the atmosphere to a warm pleasant welcoming environment. The beautiful bar...
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from$55/hr
Metro Accessible High-Tech Conference and Meeting Room for 8
Northwest Washington, DC
35
Conveniently located at the corner of 20th and L Street which is 2 blocks from Farragut West Metro or Farragut North Metro. This is considered the West End of DC. Do you need a great space for holding a conference or business meeting? Our space...
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from$65/hr
Petworth Open Space
Petworth, Washington, DC
17
This multi-purpose studio (650 sq. ft.) offers multiple furniture layouts to suit your needs. With skylight windows letting in tons of natural light, this is the perfect space for your next off-site, team meeting or event. The space is easily accessible by the public transit...
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from$80/hr
Union Market Rooftop Garden
Northeast Washington, DC
82
Our lovely rooftop has 360 views of the NoMa and Union Market skylines. Access to the gas fire pit for an extra fee. The edges of the roof are surrounded by an edible garden with fruit trees and veggies (keep in mind this will be...
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from$300/hr
Chic bar and lounge located in the heart of DC's nightlife hub | Prima DC
Cardozo, Washington, DC
1
Welcome to Prima DC. Conveniently located across from one of DC's oldest music venues, our space provides a memorable experience in a neighborhood known for its colorful and rich history. With our captivating interior and space, experience a haven that's ideal for creating unforgettable memories...
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Frequently Asked Questions




The best places to host a performance in Washington DC

Orchestral performances from international groups, live concerts in outdoor amphitheaters, solo singers in recital halls…No matter the kind of performance you're planning, the venue is the biggest contribution to the music being displayed. Fortunately, Washington, D.C. is a major center for the arts on the East Coast. So you have hundreds of suitable performance places to choose from. Music academies have reasonably priced theaters and concert venues for small to mid-sized performances. Or you could make your own performance space with a loft and the right amenities for an intimate recital or band show! What sort of performance do you want to share with the world?

Explore performance and rehearsal spaces in Washington DC

For performances where you won't have more than a few dozen or hundred guests, check out music academies, dance studios, universities, and other centers for the arts. These organizations all have performance halls that vary in seating arrangements and amenities included. Some offer just the essentials, like a stage, window lighting, and an open floor plan for seating. These are ideal for auditions and rehearsals where you don't need to have everything you'd want for the final show.
Other performance halls have stage curtains, soundproof walls, and professional lighting installed in the floors or ceilings. These spaces are perfect for final rehearsals and the performance itself.

Unique performance spaces in Washington DC

Washington, D.C. performance halls include historic venues where you'll be one of millions of previous visitors as well as spaces built much later but filled with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment. Many clubs, lounges, bars, and event centers have performance halls that consist of a stage and seating in front of it. For an indie band or recital, you need little else! For concerts where you're expecting thousands of guests to arrive, you'll want to reserve any of Washington, D.C.'s theaters, auditoriums, or concert halls. Concert halls have ideal acoustics for a large audience as well as parking, changing rooms, bathrooms, and other essentials.
Ford's Theatre is an iconic DC performance space and one example of how history threads through the modern culture of the city. The Theatre is also a museum since this was where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. While the President's Box is closed off and remains a historic display, the rest of the theater hosts performances year-round.

Reviews for performance spaces

David S.
Historic Dupont Sanctuary
Lovely, majestic setting for a performance, the being adjacent to downtown was a major plus. Thank you
Deandra J.
Uptown Flex Space/Gallery/Movement Studio
people. My experience with reserving and using this space was seamless. Ebony, the host, was extremely responsive and she even allowed me to perform a walkthrough of the space prior to booking. On the day of my event, the space was extremely clean and ready for use! Ebony was onsite...
James Bradley P.
"NEW"DCM studios an Urban Photo/video site
This was such a great overall experience to shoot here, and the customer service was impeccable! If you are a performing arts group that needs to have a photoshoot for promos, this space is the best place to do it in Philadelphia because the space is flexible and clean, and...
Jessica M.
Classroom for bodywork, yoga, meditation
This space is great for our performance rehearsals
Jessica M.
Classroom for bodywork, yoga, meditation
We absolutely love using this space for regular performance rehearsals
Marcellius H.
Spacious Kensington Soundstage and Studio for Creative Events
Great responsiveness from the host. This spot is truly a hidden gem as far as performance venues go. Would absolutely book again...
Mark R.
Spacious Kensington Soundstage and Studio for Creative Events
Jeff and his team are top notch. And the space... acoustically delightful. We performed a small theatrical production and didn't have to mic the performers. All around great experience, and we will be back...
Kino L.
Spacious Kensington Soundstage and Studio for Creative Events
Amazing space, we had a blast performing I. The space

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