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The Big Room is an affordable and attractive meeting space for GPAC members and non-members that accommodates up to 75 people. It is handicap accessible and includes bathrooms, multimedia equipment and limited use of a kitchen.
The Big Room will assist individuals and organizations that often struggle to find an affordable meeting space to hold their meetings, workshops, receptions, theatrical auditions and rehearsals. Our low fees simply help cover the cost of maintaining the space, for a wide range of users. Click on the photos below for a look inside.
The Big Room cannot be used for public performances.
What is the Cost?
Weekday Rates
(10 am – 10 pm Monday – Friday excluding office holidays)
Members: $25 per hour
Non-member Nonprofit Organizations: $50 per hour
Non-member Businesses: $75 per hour
Saturday Rates
(noon – 10 pm)
Members: $30 per hour
Non-member Nonprofit Organizations: $60 per hour
Non-member Businesses: $90 per hour
A refundable security deposit in the amount of 10% of the total fee will be charged unless the security deposit would amount to less than $100, then a $100 flat-rate security deposit will be charged to cover any costs associated with cleaning and/or repair of any damage done to the Premises.
When can I rent?
The space can be rented Monday - Friday, from 10 am to 10 pm; no one can enter after 8 pm, for building security reasons. Saturday rentals are available from 11:30 am to 10 pm; no one can enter after 7 pm.
Meetings and workshops are preferred as daytime rentals. Audition and rehearsal rentals are only available for night rentals, from 6 pm to 10 pm and limited to three days a week.
The space is unavailable on Sundays, holidays, and dates and times when being used by the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council for meetings and workshops.
What do I get?
Use of the space with a variety of layout options for different capacities (please see below), tables and chairs, use of the kitchen, catering refrigerator, microphones, digital projector and easels.
Sample Layout Options
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 Seats 20 - 25
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How do I reserve the Big Room?
Check the availability of the Big Room on the calendar below and then fill out the online form. Please be sure to submit it at least 2 weeks prior to your event. A member of our staff will contact you confirm your reservation and to make the final arrangements.
The Arts Council also collaborates with local partner organizations on events and professional development workshops. To find out more about how you can work with us, visit our Event Collaboration Page.
