Rent Our Space
Host your next event at Wheelock Family Theatre (WFT)! Located in the heart of Boston’s Fenway district, just blocks away from Kenmore Square, Fenway Park, top restaurants, excellent shopping, hotels, major colleges, and the Longwood Medical and Academic Area, WFT is easily accessible by public transportation (Green Line D or Bus) or by car, with multiple paid parking garages nearby.
Our venues are available for hourly and daily rental by meeting planners, fundraisers, educational institutions, and others for a variety of presentations and events, both public and private.
In addition to the rental of our venue, we also provide technical support and equipment rental for your event. We have multiple space options, including the theatre, our lobby, and a gallery space.
Please refer to the information below and complete the subsequent form if you would like to learn more.
The Theatre
- Seating capacity: 600 with approximately 250 in orchestra section and 350 in mezzanine section
- Accessible seating
- Proscenium stage measuring 47′ wide by 32′ deep with rigging
- Limited repertory lighting plot available
- Traditional flooring
- Wireless mics and house sound system
- Dressing Rooms for approximately 15 people
- Orchestra pit for up to 9 musicians plus conductor
- Rental includes the theatre, lobby and public restrooms
- All other spaces reserved separately
- No ticketing services provided
- Special arrangements required if food is being served and/or sold
The Theatre Lobby
Our lobby is available for rental during the daytime, “off” nights, and dark weeks. Our lobby is perfect for a pre or post event reception and can accommodate up to 175 guests for a standing reception and approximately 75 guests for a seated event. The space has a travertine floor. This space can be rented with or without use of the theatre.
The Towne Art Gallery
Located one level below our theatre lobby, the Towne Art Gallery is an open space perfect for intimate holiday parties, wine tastings or other small events. The space can accommodate approximately 75 people for a standing reception and approximately 40 guests for a seated event. The space has a carpeted floor and walls that can utilized for display of artwork or other materials.
More Information
Because Wheelock Family Theatre has its own mainstage programming, special engagements, classes, and workshops, as well as being a Boston University event space, we have limited availability. Please use this form and include any necessary setup and rehearsal time in your request.
Non-Profit and For-Profit Rates are available for all of our spaces, and full estimates for space and staffing expenses can be provided based on the details of your event.
All users are required to sign a standard license agreement and provide a Certificate of Insurance. Specific insurance requirements can be provided during the inquiry process. Users may use their own insurance or may inquire about other options.
An Event Liaison is required for all rentals. The remaining staff, including technicians and house staff, will be based on the event type. While an Event Liaison is required for the duration of the event, all prior arrangements are the responsibility of the renter, including arranging catering, renting equipment, and requesting any services. WFT can provide a list of approved vendors for these purposes.
In most cases, a small rep light and sound plot will be available. Additional lighting fixtures and sound equipment may be available to rent, with the user incurring any necessary staffing fees.
In some cases, the standard rep plot may not be available due to our existing production schedule – please confirm with WFT Management before booking your event.
All technical needs should be confirmed with WFT Management 30+ days before the event.
WFT is dedicated to providing accessible theatre for all and encourages renters to employ best practices for group and individual accessibility needs, and vigilance in the protection of minors.
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