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Translate the Shubert magic into your next special event. Sponsor a show, host a reception, introduce a new product at the Shubert. Surround your event with the magic that can only be experienced in this wonderful historic theater.

Located in the heart of downtown New Haven, surrounded by parking facilities, restaurants, boutiques, and Yale University buildings, the Shubert is used by corporations, promoters, civic, and community organizations for annual meetings, special performances, product introductions, and other business functions. The Shubert staff, experts in event planning, will work with your staff to maximize the potential of any special function.

Booking Information
Voice (203) 624-1825
Fax (203) 789-2286

kwuzzardo@capa.com

The Shubert is available for:

Corporate Events
Annual Meetings
Conferences
Sponsorships
Product Introductions
Special Performances
Holiday Celebrations
Private Parties
Fundraising Events
Other Social and Business Events

Seating Capacity
Orchestra	665
Mezzanine	474
Balcony	399
Boxes	56
Total	1587

The Orchestra Lobby
Complete with a majestic grand staircase, the spacious lobby can hold up to 400 for receptions, exhibits and other events.

Facililty Rental

Technical Amenities

Computerized sound and lighting
Full counterweight fly system
Backstage elevators
Audio-visual and film presentations fully accommodated
Climate-controlled in summer and winter
Stagehands: IATSE Local 74
Dressing Rooms accommodate 44 people including 4 star, 2 featured player, and 4 chorus rooms

The Mezzanine Lobby
The site of many post-show receptions and cast parties, the charming space can accommodate up to 150 for conferences, meetings, holiday parties and receptions. A small stage and podium may be installed for special presentations.

Facililty Rental

Front of House

Box Office: Full-service and professionally staffed.
Liquor Bars: Full-service bars on every level.
Other Concessions: Candy, gifts, etc.
Display Opportunities: Outdoor and indoor marquees for advertising and promotional use.

SCHEDULE OF USUAL CHARGES PER PERFORMANCE (Subject to change without notice)
Theatre Rental	$ 2,350 Non-profit $1,350

Front of House Expenses	$ 1,500 Includes ushers, ticket takers, ticket sellers, security, parking attendants, house manager, marquee, cleaning for standard events

T-shirt Security	$ 15.00/hr/person

Existing Sound System	up to $ 1000

Lighting System	up to $ 1000

Followspot Rental	$ 150.00/spotlight

Risers	$ 25 each

Piano – upright Yamaha	$ 200

Telephone	$ 50 per line

Utilities	$ 375

Box Office	$ 550

ADDITIONAL BASIC CHARGES:

1. Tickets
CAPA has a contract with Tickets.com for all events at the Shubert Theater. CAPA sets up and supervises each event on the system. The associated charges are as follows:

$200 per performance set-up fee
35¢ per ticket for printing fee
7% credit card commission for phone sales
5% credit card commission for window sales at the theater

2. Insurance
To be obtained by presenter/renter. The presenter/renter is required to obtain liability insurance as provided in the rental agreement.

3. Stagehands
Subject to the work rules, minimums, and overtime provisions in the theater's contract with the IATSE.

4. Merchandise
Commission - 20% if renter or artist provide seller, 30% if theater personnel sell. Commission is based on gross (not net of any taxes). 6% sales tax to be paid to CAPA which will be reported and paid to State of Connecticut.

5. Theater Restoration
To maintain, preserve, and enhance the beauty and working condition of the theater, a $3.00 per ticket "Restoration Charge" is added to the base ticket price of each concert.

6. ASCAP and BMI and SESAC
Scale fees are charged for all musical events.

7. Handicapped accessibility
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, tenant agrees to provide services for the visually impaired (audio description) and hearing impaired (sign language interpretation), if requested by patrons. CAPA may assist in producing the services of the audio describer or sign language interpreter, but the cost will be the responsibility of the renter. The theater is equipped with an audio enhancement system. The theater has several locations to accommodate wheelchair or transfer access.

The Shubert Theater is managed by CAPA, a non-profit theater management and presenting organization based in Columbus, Ohio.