About the spaces

The Founders' Theatre is a 405-seat, proscenium-style theatre. The playing space of the stage is 24' deep by 40' wide. There is no permanent wing space, but soft wings and a black olio are created by 3 sets of black velour legs and a center split black curtain. A permanent white muslin cyclorama is hung just upstage of the black olio curtain and can be used in conjunction with this curtain.

• theatre rental fee
• technical personnel/maintenance
• a 4-hour rehearsal and a 2-hour performance
• facilities manager for your event
• access to COCA's lighting and sound equipment
• access to other COCA equipment: 10-6' rectangular tables, 250-black folding chairs, 10-36'' round tables (cabaret tables) and 10-72” round tables

• additional charges may apply for extraordinary technical requirements
• additional charges may apply if your event is over contracted time
• COCA technician must be present for all rehearsals and performances
• the Emerson Studio may be rented before/after receptions
• COCA has black tablecloths for all of our tables; there will be a dry cleaning fee for these cloths

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The Emerson Studio is COCA's largest open floor space and it is located outside the Founders' Theatre and next to the catering-friendly kitchen. It has a sprung dance floor of maple measuring 38' x 61' which abuts a tile floor space measuring 22' x 61'. Space can accommodate up to 240 for a seated dinner.

• a 4-5 hour event
• fees for a facilities manager for your event
• access to COCA's equipment, including a stereo system, 10-6' rectangular tables, 250-black folding chairs, 10-36'' round tables (cabaret tables) and 10-72” round tables

• additional charges may apply if clean up from your event continues after midnight
• additional charges may apply for technical requirements
• COCA has black tablecloths for all of our tables; there will be a dry cleaning fee for these cloths
• must use one of COCA's exclusive caterers

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The Black Box Studio is a truly dynamic space and can fit almost any need: rehearsal, performance, social event, meeting… you name it! It comes complete with all your theatre tech needs. The space measures 48' x 35' and the flooring is a sprung wood floor of red oak painted black.

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This stunning space is available only for dancers and other performance artists. Complete with mirror-covered walls, ballet barres, and a Balanchine sprung wood floor of red oak covered with a marley floor, it's a space that will inspire you. Also, it is designed with circus needs in mind, so the ceiling includes fixtures for trapeze. It comes with a sound system. The space measures 56' x 37.5'.

• additional charges may apply for extraordinary technical requirements
• additional charges may apply if your event is over contracted time

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Mirror lined walls, barres, a Balanchine sprung wood floor of oak measuring 36.5' x 19.5' and great natural light makes this a wonderful space for your dancing needs.

• additional charges may apply for extraordinary technical requirements
• additional charges may apply if your event is over contracted time

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COCA's Rechter Studio is a great space to practice, train and rehearse. There are mirrors on three of the walls, a great sound system and a Balanchine sprung wood floor of maple covered with a marley floor. The east-facing windows make this a delight in the early hours of the day. It measures 52' x 18.5'.

• additional charges may apply for extraordinary technical requirements
• additional charges may apply if your event is over contracted time

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The Peabody Energy Studio is yet another great space available for dancers and others who are looking for performance/rehearsal space. It comes with 3 mirror-lined walls, ballet barres and a complete sound system. The floor of this studio is a Balanchine sprung wood floor of maple covered with a marley floor. It is 19' x 47.5'

• additional charges may apply for extraordinary technical requirements
• additional charges may apply if your event is over contracted time

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This space is available for meetings, social events or tap or street shoe dancing. The lower level room gives more flexibility for control of light and the two floor surfaces – a sprung wood floor of oak (20' x 44') abutting a tile floor (17.5' x 44') – offer a range of possibilities.

• additional charges may apply for extraordinary technical requirements
• additional charges may apply if your event is over contracted time

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This carpeted room ideal for music and voice rehearsals, small social events or even business meetings. Plus, the acoustically-treated walls are a visual treat. This room measures 18.5' x 23.5'.

• additional charges may apply for extraordinary technical requirements
• additional charges may apply if your event is over contracted time

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So much dynamic activity takes place in this visual arts studio, why not tap into the magic and have your event held here? Whether you're looking to host a craft or art class, hold a meeting for your creative team or just have a social event in an interesting space, the Moore Studio is likely to fit the bill. This room measures 17.5' x 23.5' and includes a sink and counters.

• additional charges may apply for extraordinary technical requirements
• additional charges may apply if your event is over contracted time

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Like the Moore Studio, the Cohen Rosenthal Studio is a hub of creative visual art energy. This multipurpose space can be used for all sorts of meetings, gatherings or creative projects. This room has a sink and counters, a great view and good lighting. It measures10' x 20.5'.

• additional charges may apply for extraordinary technical requirements
• additional charges may apply if your event is over contracted time

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