Gilbert Parker Studio - Technical Specifications, Equipment & Decor

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.