Built in 1927, the Nourse is a landmark venue located in the heart of San Francisco’s Performing Arts Center (across the street from Davies Hall musicians’ entrance). The theater features excellent acoustics, a well-designed layout offering unobstructed views throughout the orchestra and balcony, and original architectural details; it’s an ideal venue for a wide range of performances and a uniquely beautiful setting. City Arts & Lectures has refurbished the hall, installing state of the art lighting and high quality sound equipment including Meyer speakers, new curtains, plush upholstered seats, and dressing room.
SEATINGTotal capacity: 1684819 Orchestra Seats, 210 Loge Seats, 655 Balcony Seats
STAGEProscenium stage (28’ high, 50’ wide, 24’ deep)
TECHLighting: Conventional stage lights (general light plot is hung & patched)Sound: Top of the line BBI Sound system, Meyer speakers, and Meyer Sound MINA line array PA. Large microphone inventory available for rental.Projection Front video projection. Basic package includes Sanyo Video 5200 Lumen Projector, 19.5’ wide x 25’ high screen, Barco switcher, and DVD player.Instruments, Props & Miscellaneous: 9’ Baldwin Grand Piano, Musician chairs and music stands, Orchestra shell, and other accessories available for rental.
ADDITIONAL FACILITIESGreen room (adjacent stage right), two backstage bathrooms, one upstairs dressing room with large closet.
Note: There are no reception facilities.
BOOKINGS / MORE INFORMATIONNourse Bookings Administrator (415) 563-2463 [email protected] www.cityarts.net/nourse
THE NOURSE
Location: 275 Hayes Street, San Francisco 94102Seating Capacity: Orchestra 819, Loge 210, Balcony 655Theatre Type: Proscenium stage (28 ft. High, 50 ft. Wide, 24 ft. Deep)Rooms: auditorium, 3 public bathrooms (men/women/unisex), dressing room, 2 bathrooms
RENTAL RATES Rates include heat, light, and power. Additional fee applies on holidays.
Non-Profit: $2,500 One Performance & same day rehearsal$1,100 Second Performance on same day
Commercial: $3,900 One Performance & same day rehearsal$1,900 Second Performance on same day
Rehearsal Days: $2,900 Commercial$1,700 Non-Profit Full Day (over 4 hours and/or after 5 pm)$1,200 Non-Profit Half-Day (up to 4 hours ending before 5 pm)
Use of City Box Office is required (by separate agreement)
THE NOURSE Fee Schedule (effective January 1, 2014)
PERFORMANCE BONDPerformance Bond covers all estimated Personnel & Equipment Expenses. Payment received no later than 14 working days prior to performance to be held against box office receipts.
Personnel Services: The following cost estimates reflect the minimum required performance personnel only. Schedule and technical requirements will determine total costs.
House Staff Minimum staff (House Manager plus 4 Ticket Takers), 4 hour minimum call $530Security Minimum Outdoor Security (1) per evening event, 4 hour minimum $22 per hour
Extended Security (After 9:30pm), 2 hour minimum $24 per hourStagehands Minimum is 2 stagehands (IATSE Local 16) for 8 hours $1200Cleaning Custodian, 4 hour minimum (subject to additional charge when necessary) $200 Equipment See equipment list for items and costs. TBD
INSURANCECertificate of Insurance and Additional Insured Endorsement page naming City Arts & Lectures, Inc. and San Francisco Unified School District, their offices, agents, and employees as additional insured, with the following combined single limits:
Workers Compensation Coverage Public Liability: $1,000,000 Property Damage: $1,000,000
ADDITIONAL FEESAdministration Fee: There will be a 10% fee for all payments made by City Arts & Lectures on behalf of the tenant.
Merchandise sales: All merchandise items and prices must be approved in advance. City Arts & Lectures receives 10% of gross sales.
Recording, Broadcasting or Telecasting: Requires separate agreement and union labor. Fees apply.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BOOKING THE NOURSE, PLEASE CONTACT: Booking Administrator (415) 563-2463 or [email protected]
The following equipment is on-site and available for rental through City Arts & Lectures. Equipment is rented on a per-day basis; a weekly rental rate is the equivalent of three days rental.
LIGHTINGConventional Stage Lights (general light plot is hung & patched) no charge
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS & ACCESSORIES9' Baldwin Grand Piano (with tuning) $300 Guitar stand $1
THE NOURSE Equipment List
Black musician chair (96) $2 Music stand (lights available) $1
STAGING ACCESSORIES Lectern with light and microphone $50 Wenger Orchestra Shell $100 6' Table (5) $5 Bar Stools (6) no chargeOriental Rug $25
PROJECTION EQUIPMENT & ACCESSORIESVideo Projection Package - includes the following: $500 Sanyo Video Projector 5200 Lumen 19.5 x 25 “Fast Fold” Front Projection Screen Barco Switcher DVD Player
SOUND EQUIPMENTSound Equipment Package - includes the following: $500 Meyer Sound MINA line array PA system Yamaha M7-48 consoleWireless microphone system $50 Intercom System (including two wireless headsets) no chargeCD Player (Denon DN-D4500) no chargeCondenser Microphone (Call for inventory) $20 Dynamic Microphone (Call for inventory) $5
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BOOKING THE NOURSE, PLEASE CONTACT: Booking Administrator (415) 563-2463 or [email protected]