107 West 9th, Bloomington, IN 47404
Main Line: 812.334.1188
 
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RENTING SPACE AT THE BLOOMINGTON PLAYWRIGHTS PROJECT

The Bloomington Playwrights Project (BPP) is located in beautiful downtown Bloomington, within blocks of IU, at 107 W. 9th Street between College and Walnut. Many restaurants and stores are within walking distance.

We welcome rentals, but please be advised that dates are limited due to our very busy schedule. We suggest contacting us 2-3 months in advance of your event.

These amenities are available for all rentals:

·        KITCHEN with sink, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, and microwave

·        10 long rectangular FOLDING TABLES

·        Men’s and Women’s RESTROOMS

The Timothy J. Wiles Mainstage
  • Hourly Rental Fee: $50/hour with 2 hour minimum
  • Daily Rental Fee: $200 for eight hours, $10 per additional hour on the same day. 
  • Stage area is 28’ wide and 16’ deep
  • Concrete floor
  • 48 upholstered seats fixed to movable platforms; 50 folding chairs available for additional seating
  • Total Seating Capacity: 98
  • Entrances from lobby, alley, and from 9th St.
  • Computer-operated lighting system. Light designer/technician must be trained/approved by the BPP.
  • Sound system, mixer, and CD player
  • 2 Dressing Rooms with mirrored dressing tables
    • 126 square feet
    • Lockable
  • Work Area and Tools
    • Standard tools and painting equipment negotiable
 

The Lora Shiner Studio/Lobby

  • Hourly Rental Fee: $25/hour with 2 ½ hour minimum
  • Can also be used for events not requiring theatrical capabilities such as receptions, parties, lectures, etc.
  • 16' x 16' raised platform stage
  • Seating area is 26’ wide and 23’ feet deep
  • 50 chairs available for audience
  • Some theatrical lighting, not as extensive as the Mainstage  
  • Entrance from 9th St.
  • Beautiful artwork by Bellevue Gallery on display year-round

The BPP is wheelchair accessible.

Rentals may occur between 10 AM and midnight.

A $200 deposit is required for all rentals and a contract must be signed by both the BPP and the renter. Deposit will be returned once all contractual obligations have been met.

If you are interested in renting the BPP, please email bppwrite@newplays.org or call 334-1188. You are also welcome to look at our space anytime between 10 am and 5 pm M-F.

See you at the theater!