Rental

Theater Rental Requests

The Cary Theater is an active, single screen, arthouse cinema. Wednesday to Sunday availability is reserved for the theater’s public screenings and events.

BEFORE completing the Rental Request Form, please ensure your event meets ALL of the Rental Policies & Requirements. 

 

Rental Policies & Requirements:

  • Rental Request forms should be submitted 2-6 months in advance. The theater cannot accommodate requests received less than 2 months or more than 6 months out.
  • Rental availability is limited to Mondays and Tuesdays. Additional days may be considered for public, ticketed rentals.
  • 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 does not accept rental requests for live performances or events with a live performance component (includes concerts, dance recitals/performances, theatrical productions).
  • Rentals requests are not confirmed until we receive a signed rental contract and deposit. Remaining balances are due a minimum of 30 days prior to the event.
  • Tech assistants and movie licensing fees are additional costs. Movie licensing fees can run anywhere from $100 – $500 per film.
  • 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 and cannot be attached to walls or fixtures.
  • The upper lobby (designated reception space) cannot accommodate more than 49 people guests.

 

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.

For full information on rentals, please review:

Rental Request Form

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