The National Pastime Theater Ensemble is housed in an authentic 1920's ballroom turned Speakeasy. Elegant and worn she is great for live theater, acoustic music,films, weddings and even church services. Our theater is beautiful and unique.
We are well equipped and included a prestigious theatrical history and considerate staff. Prime-Time, Late-Night and Off Night theatrical production slots available. Consider us for your next production or event. Our rates are very competitive. Our heater has hosted over 300 guest theatre
companies, numerous weddings and many very special events. The space has excellent lighting and audio systems included for show runs. Stage is approximately 25x25 with 17’ ceilings. Fog machines, quality video/slide projectors, guns, knifes and tigers...oh my... plus additional available. Also can be rented for rehearsals, film shoots (sound stage), film screenings and classes. We have a film soundstage/recording studio, professional HDV cameras and shooters available too...oh my!
Very Baroque/Olde Time, this place is a documented authentic old speakeasy from the early 1920s (built as a ballroom and transformed in 1923). It is also of the larger store front theaters available in Chicago. NPT is in a very nice and safe North side neighborhood on the main street Broadway on the 4100 N. block. For Public Transportation the Broadway 36 bus stops in front of our doors, the CTA Redline is three blocks away, we are also one bock from 151, 143 buses and others. Paid parking is one block away and the Chicago famous possibility of street parking is often present. This is definitely one of the most accessible theatres in Chicago. Rehearsal time is available. With notice we are fully prepared for show load in.
Call 773-327-7077 ext 1 or email from here to nationalpastime@sbcglobal.net. Vote Early and Vote Often!
National Pastime Theater Ensemble rates and details for space use are as follows:
Show Rates: Main-stage $1,550 per week for six weeks runs or more. Show Times: Thursday through Saturday evening shows and a Sunday evening or day matinee, we also allow a Saturday matinee at no additional cost.
Show Rates: Late-night $375 per night.
Show Times: Friday and Saturday evenings, following Main-stage slot. Usual Start time 11pm or before.
Show Rates: Off-night $275 per night
Show Times: Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday evenings (finish by 10:30).
PLEASE NOTE: Late night and off night shows will perform on Main-stage set and use Main-stage lighting plot and sound system configuration. Some variation is always possible. Main-stage has priority. For 18 years and well over 200 companies this has worked flawlessly.
Rehearsal/Tech: $15 per hour. Tech time with dimmers is $18 per hour. Pre-pay discount may apply, please inquire.
Equipment and Accommodations included with rental:
The theater has 17’ ceilings with hidden weight bearing I-beam canopy. Stage is approximately 25’x25’.
Lighting: 24 dimmers @1.2k per, controlled with an ETC Express computer lighting board with advanced programming and DMX control. 15 ellipsoidal units varying degrees (includes 2 Source Fours with iris), 15 fresnels, 2 mini strips, four floor bases and associated cable, frames and safety chains.
Audio: Crown and EV Multi- amplifier sound system with cast basket 18" JBL subwoofer mounted under the seating platforms and EV speakers dead hung above the stage, includes adjustable electronic crossover. 12 Channel mixing board with digital effects and phantom power. Pro Dual CD player (mp3
capable), Minidisc player/recorder, dual Cassette deck w/ Dolby HX pro.
Seating: 77 seat standard.
Dressing Room: Eight foot make-up table with lights and outlets, access to restroom, direct access to stage. Costume rack. Sink.
Storage: You will have a 4x4X8' storage locker, with your lock, directly off stage Parking: There is a five dollar lot located one block south east of NPTE. There are always spots available at show times.
Available for additional cost:
Professional Video Production (HD), Film and Slide Projectors. DVD/VCR. A/V computer. microphones and musical instruments. Digital audio and video recording and editing facilities. Unusual props and furniture. Guns, swords and knives. Technical assistance.
