Theater Rental Requests
ATTENTION: Rental availability is limited at The Cary. Priority is given to the theater’s regularly scheduled programming which takes place Wed-Sun.
BEFORE completing the Rental Request Form, please ensure your event meets ALL of the Rental Policies & Requirements. We recommend submitting your rental request 2 – 6 MONTHS IN ADVANCE. We cannot accommodate requests shorter than 2 months or more than 6 months out.
Rental Policies & Requirements:
- Any person, cultural group, or organization who contracts to hold an event, performance, or presentation must obtain a certificate of insurance (COI) and include the The Cary Theater named as an additional insurer on the COI. Minimum insurance requirement is $2 million per occurrence or event.
- The Cary no longer accepts rental requests for live performances (includes dance recitals/performances).
- A deposit is required to secure your rental. The deposit is due with receipt of your signed contract.
- Rentals requests cannot be confirmed until we receive a signed rental contract and deposit.
- Remaining balances are due a minimum of 30 days prior to the event.
- Rental organizers must provide 2-4 (or more) volunteers for their event. Volunteers must work for the duration of the event and assist with theater clean up.
- Outside food & drink are not allowed inside the theater.
- Decorations and signage must be free standing. Decorations and signage cannot be attached to walls or fixtures.
- The Cary can only accommodate a pre/post reception for up to 49 people.
If you are interested in renting The Cary Theater, please fill out the form below to help us better serve your needs. Once complete, return the form to Lani Simeona, the theater’s operations and programs supervisor. Please allow up to one week for a reply.
