Code of Conduct and Usage Guidelines 

Arrival

-All guests will check in at the desk with name, phone number, and arrival time

Food and Beverages

-Food and drinks are allowed; however, a $50 cleaning penalty will be applied if trash is not placed in the designated bins.

-Waste & Recycling: Trash must be sorted and recycled in compliance with NYC regulations, and all cardboard boxes must be flattened and handed to the receptionist.

Prohibited Actions and Materials

-No modification of the walls or structure of the room

-Storing personal property in the space outside of booking hours is strictly forbidden.

-No open flame or combustible materials

-No use of water, blood, glitter, paint, or similarly messy stage effects

-No smoke, fog, and haze effects

-No haircuts

-Do not obstruct hallways, foyers, or vestibules

-Keep all property inside the room

-Nothing can be fastened, nailed, or screwed into the floor or walls

-Service animals only

-Time will not be extended for late arrivals

Departure

-Black box must be returned in the same condition in which it was received.

-All provided furniture and equipment (such as chairs, tables, and music stands) must be reset to their original setups after use.

-Patrons must begin preparing to leave a few minutes before their reservation ends, making sure all equipment is packed, personal belongings are removed, and the area is left clean.

-Overtime Fees: Failing to clear the room on schedule will lead to overtime fees, calculated in set time intervals using the current standard hourly rate.

-All guests will check out at the desk

Cancellation Policies

Cancellations are permitted with a full refund up to 48 hours prior to the start time of the booking. Any cancellation less than 48 hours before a booking are subject to approval and will not receive a refund. 

 

Review the rates below and choose the products accordingly. Add to your cart and fill out the information as guided! If you have any questions, please email studio@dramabookshop.com

All bookings must be 5 days in advance, we do not accept walk in bookings. Bookings can be cancelled with no fee up to 48 hours before the booking date. Cancellations within 48 hours will be billed in full as accepting another booking for that time will not be possible. If you would like to make a booking and your window is shorter then 5 days out please email us and we will do our best to accommodate you. 

Rehearsal Rate

$60 per hour

 The rehearsal can be booked during weekdays in increments beginning at one hour in length (Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm). It comes with all the essentials upon request: tables, chairs, music stands, and access to our sound system and light board. Whether you're running a writers' group, teaching a workshop, or devising a show, booking at our rehearsal rate will give you the environment and resources you need to roll up your sleeves and get to work! 

Day Rate 

$350 for 7 hours (10am-5pm). 

Booking at the Day rate gives you exclusive access to our Studio space for its full operational hours (Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm), including our lighting and sound systems for the duration of your booking. Looking to tech your show in the morning before opening it to an audience in the afternoon? C’est possible! Book at the Day rate to give yourself the time and resources you need to bring your project to life. 

Multi-Day Rate

$325 per day.

If you’re looking to stay with us for an extended period of time, book at our Multi-Day rate. Featuring all of the perks of the Day rate, the Multi-Day rate gives you access to the Studio with lighting and sound equipment during our current operational hours (Mon-Friday, 10am-5pm) with the additional perk of storage of rehearsal materials when we lock the space at night. 

Evening Rate

$375 for 5 hours (6-11pm)

Booking at the Evening rate gives you exclusive access to our Black Box space after traditional operational hours (Monday - Sunday 6pm - 11pm), including our lighting and sound systems for the duration of your booking. Book at the Evening rate to give yourself the time and resources you need to bring your project to life during a peak booking time slot. 

Weekend Day Rate

$375 for 7 hours (Sat 10am-5pm) or 5 hours (Sun 12-5pm)

Booking at the Weekend Day rate gives you exclusive access to our Studio space for its full operational hours (Saturday 10am-5pm, and/or Sunday 12pm-5pm), including access to our lighting and sound systems for the duration of your booking. Looking to tech your show in the morning before opening it to an audience in the afternoon? C’est possible! Book at the Weekend Day rate to give yourself the time and resources you need to bring your project to life during a peak booking time slot.   

Performance Rate

$200 for 3 hours +$60 per additional hour

Our Performance booking is best for artists who need a minimum of 3 hours in the space and expect an audience. This package includes lighting and sound access. We provide basic Front of House support and will cover set up and break down for seating. 

ADD-ONS

Sound Package

Access to our Yamaha Digital Mixing Console Model TF1 and both of our Meyer UPM-1P Powered Speakers with support from DBS staff.

Ticketing and Front of House Package

Access to our in-house ticketing system with Front of House coverage for your event.

Audience Support

Drama Book Shop staff will set up and break down seating arrangements for your event.

If you need elevator access for the basement please let us know if advance so we can coordinate. 

Below is a comprehensive list of the technical specifications, equipment, and decor available at the DBS Black Box space. If you have any questions, please reach out to studio@dramabookshop.com directly BEFORE booking your time.

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm. Weekend and evening hours upon request.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ROOM DIMENSIONS:

• Entry Area: 10’ x 19.5’ 

• Seating Area: 15’ x 19.5’

• Staging Area: 18’ x 24’

• Dressing Room: 14’ x 7’

Square Footage: Approx 1045 square ft

Max. Occupancy: 50

LIGHTING:

1x ETC Connect ColorSource 40AV

6x Rush PAR 2 RGBW Zoom

SOUND:

1x Yamaha Digital Mixing Console Model TF1

2x Meyer UPM-1P Powered Speakers

FURNITURE

Tables: 5 folding tables.

Chairs: 60 folding chairs.

Music Stands: 10 music stands.

RATES

Rehearsal Rate- $60 hourly

Day Rate- $350 for 7 hours (10am-5pm)
Multi-Day Rate- $325 per day. 

Evening Rate - $375 for 5 hours (6-11pm)
Weekend Day Rate - $375 for 7 hours (Sat 10am-5pm) or 5 hours (Sun 12pm-5pm)

Performance Rate- $200 for 3 hours, +$60 per additional hours

PRODUCTS

Rehearsal Rate

$60 per hour

 The rehearsal can be booked during weekdays in increments beginning at one hour in length (Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm). It comes with all the essentials upon request: tables, chairs, music stands, and access to our sound system and light board. Whether you're running a writers' group, teaching a workshop, or devising a show, booking at our rehearsal rate will give you the environment and resources you need to roll up your sleeves and get to work! 

Day Rate 

$350 for 7 hours (10am-5pm). 

Booking at the Day rate gives you exclusive access to our Studio space for its full operational hours (Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm), including our lighting and sound systems for the duration of your booking. Looking to tech your show in the morning before opening it to an audience in the afternoon? C’est possible! Book at the Day rate to give yourself the time and resources you need to bring your project to life. 

Multi-Day Rate

$325 per day.

If you’re looking to stay with us for an extended period of time, book at our Multi-Day rate. Featuring all of the perks of the Day rate, the Multi-Day rate gives you access to the Studio with lighting and sound equipment during our current operational hours (Mon-Friday, 10am-5pm) with the additional perk of storage of rehearsal materials when we lock the space at night. 

Evening Rate

$375 for 5 hours (6-11pm)

Booking at the Evening rate gives you exclusive access to our Black Box space after traditional operational hours (Monday - Sunday 6pm - 11pm), including our lighting and sound systems for the duration of your booking. Book at the Evening rate to give yourself the time and resources you need to bring your project to life during a peak booking time slot. 

Weekend Day Rate

$375 for 7 hours (Sat 10am-5pm) or 5 hours (Sun 12-5pm)

Booking at the Weekend Day rate gives you exclusive access to our Studio space for its full operational hours (Saturday 10am-5pm, and/or Sunday 12pm-5pm), including access to our lighting and sound systems for the duration of your booking. Looking to tech your show in the morning before opening it to an audience in the afternoon? C’est possible! Book at the Weekend Day rate to give yourself the time and resources you need to bring your project to life during a peak booking time slot.   

Performance Rate

$200 for 3 hours +$60 per additional hour

Our Performance booking is best for artists who need a minimum of 3 hours in the space and expect an audience. This package includes lighting and sound access. We provide basic Front of House support and will cover set up and break down for seating. 

If you still have questions, please email studio@dramabookshop.com