FACILITY DETAILS
Imagination Stage is an inspired arts venue with abstract architecture, innovative programming, and exciting events. As a performing arts and education facility for the young, Imagination Stage is perfectly suited to meet the needs of a diverse community. Located in the DC Metro Area in Bethesda, MD, our theatres, studios, and gallery are sure to meet your rental space needs whether you’re hosting a business meeting, lecture, reception, workshop, holiday party, or concert.
RENTALS
RENTAL SPACES
THE ANNETTE M. AND THEODORE N. LERNER FAMILY THEATRE
SPECS
Main Stage Theatre
Fixed seating for 364
Three-quarters thrust stage (set design dependent on current show)
BEST SUITED FOR
Award Shows
Workshops
Lectures
Presentations
Seminars
Staged Readings
Chamber Music Concerts
THE CHRISTOPHER AND DANA REEVE STUDIO THEATRE
SPECS
Black Box Theatre
Fixed seating for 142
Proscenium style performance stage
BEST SUITED FOR
Business Meetings
Workshops
Lectures
Seminars
Chamber Music Concerts
Dance Recitals
Staged Readings
Film Screenings
GALLERY
SPECS
Large Main Lobby and Gallery
Fits 250 people comfortably
Flexible, multi-purpose and centrally located event area
Café seating available for smaller events
BEST SUITED FOR
Receptions
Silent Auctions
Dinners
EDUCATION STUDIOS & LABS
SPECS
Studio Classrooms
Fits up to 50 people
Up to 6 studio rooms available of various sizes and shapes
BEST SUITED FOR
Business Meetings
Luncheons
Small Receptions
Workshops
Classes
Seminars
Board Meetings
Break-Out Rooms
RENTAL POLICIES
20% discount is available for non-profit organizations. For Lerner/Reeve rentals, stage space is dependent on fixed set/lighting design for running show. Events accrue up to a $75/hour surcharge if scheduled when Imagination Stage is closed to the public.
PAYMENT POLICY
Fifty percent (50%) of the rental cost is due as a deposit when the contract is signed. The balance will be paid 14 days before the event. If event is booked less than 14 days in advance, the full rental cost is due when the contract is signed. Any additional charges or refunds will be sent to the client after the event.
CANCELLATION POLICY
60 days before the event, the deposit is refunded fully
30 days before the event, 50% of the deposit is refunded
Less than 30 days before the event, there are no refunds
INSURANCE
Renter must provide a certificate of insurance showing comprehensive liability insurance with a minimum of one million dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence listing Imagination Stage as additionally insured. Absent this certification, renter must acknowledge and agree to assume complete responsibility for insurance claims relating to its staff/performers/audience caused by its staff/performers/audience. Renter must also accept full responsibility for any damage caused to the Facility’s building or property.
CATERING
Please contact the following companies for catering your event at Imagination Stage:
RIDGEWELL’S CATERING
(Official Catering Sponsor)
5525 Dorsey Lane
Bethesda, MD 20816
Phone: 301-907-3716
LILIT CAFE
7921 Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: 301-654-5454
Fax: 301-654-5150
Fax: 301-907-3733
EXTRAS
Every rental includes an on-site manager and, if renting one of the theatre spaces, one technician. The following extras are available, some requiring a nominal fee:
TABLES
Each classroom comes with 2 rectangular tables (6’ x 2’). 4 additional tables available upon request.
CHAIRS
Each classroom comes with 20 chairs. Additional chairs available upon request.
PODIUM
Acrylic full length podium available upon request.
AV EQUIPMENT
Classroom projector available upon request for $50. Theatre projectors available upon request for $100 (theatre space/set permitting). Theatre lighting/sound information available upon request.
TICKET SERVICES
Event tickets advertised and sold through imaginationstage.org and printed at Imagination Stage for $600/event.
ADDITIONAL TECHNICIANS
Available for $25/hour at a minimum of 3 hours.
NOTE
Specific requests for tables, chairs, podium, AV equipment and additional technicians must be made when booking the event.