IMPORTANT NOTE: During the COVID pandemic we have 3 policy changes:
(1) Since space/time is extremely limited, we are NOT accepting any new renters; only people who have booked with us before may rent the studio.
(2)Through May 2021, the studio is only available for groups up to 3 and for a minimum of 2 hours at a time.
(2) There is an empty space buffer of 2.5 hours between each booking for air purification and disinfecting of floor, etc.
Below you will find information about
1. Studio rates
2. How to book
3. Our space
STUDIO RENTAL RATES
REHEARSAL
Evenings & Weekends: $12/hr
Weekdays before 6pm: $10/hr
Use of projector or theatrical lighting system only with advance permission & training, for an additional $1/hr surcharge
TRUSTED USER STATUS:
For artists who rent fairly consistently, using the studio for creation, rehearsal, or practice (not teaching). Do your own booking online, and receive discounts.
Contact us HERE for information about becoming a trusted user
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
8 participants or more: $16/hr.
Fewer than 8: $14/hr.
NOTE:
STAND-ALONE WORKSHOP BOOKINGS, YES.
ONGOING CLASSES, NO.
LIMITED SESSIONS (for example a 6-8 week weekly workshop) MAY BE POSSIBLE but not more than three months out.
OTHER EVENTS/PARTIES
$50/hr. in the space from load-in to load-out
+ $50 cleaning and facility manager fee
RENT OUR SPACE FOR PERFORMANCE
(Click HERE for more information on performance rentals including tech specs.)
HOW TO BOOK: Steps for Renting the Space
FIRST TIME USERS:
One week advance is requested, plus payment in advance after booking is confirmed.
OTHERS:
48 hours in advance please.
READ THE INFORMATION BELOW CAREFULLY. PLEASE HAVE A SPECIFIC REQUEST BEFORE CONTACTING US.
1 – CHECK AVAILABILITY:
Go to pwnw.skedda.com — This is for information purposes only. You will email us to make the actual booking. Make sure to double-check availability using the DAY VIEW or the GRID VIEW.
CALENDAR NOTE: ON MONTH, LIST or GRID view, the times listed are the times already taken. On DAY view, a white box with gray edge on left is taken. Lined light gray areas denote hours that are available.
2 – PLEASE INCLUDE ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIMES as part of your request, as the outside door enters directly into studio….no waiting room, or lobby.
3 –TO BOOK STUDIO TIME, EMAIL us at studio@pwnw-pdx.org.
Be as specific as possible with your request, e.g. “I would like to rent Thursday Oct 21, 6-8pm.
4 – IF YOU ARE A “TRUSTED USER” you can book your time directly at pwnw.skedda.com at any time. More info on trusted user status below.
THE PWNW SPACE:
Uses: movement, contemporary dance, theater rehearsals, meetings, workshops, short-term class series (e.g. a 6-week series). Certain types of music rehearsals also work here. Not suitable for percussive dance styles: clogging, tap, flamenco, etc, as these mark and/or damage the floor.
NOTE: priority is given to uses that align with our non-profit arts mission.
Dimensions: approx. 30′ x 40′ with risers at one end. Seats up to 49.
Available rehearsal area 900-1000 SF
Typical performing area approx. 30′ wide x 25′ deep
Ceiling is 12′ center, arcing down to 8′ either side.
Floor: variegated gray marley-type dance floor over wood. Quite springy. There are mirrors but they don’t go down to the floor. No tap-dancing or other percussive dancing shoes. Avoid shoes that leave scuff marks.
Sound system: 12 channel Mackie mixer and two powered JBL Eon 10in. speakers. CD/DVD player. Input for laptop or mp3 player. One Shure mic & mic stand. No piano.
Studio Information and Rules: Click HERE
CONTACT:
EMAIL (preferred): studio@pwnw-pdx.org.
TRUSTED USERS (you know who you are): Book directly at pwnw.skedda.com
TEL: 503.777.1907
