Built in 1879, the Napa Valley Opera House (NVOH) is a restored historic venue -- one of only two second story theatres in California. Upstairs is the 467-seat Margrit Biever Mondavi Theatre. Downstairs is a Cafe Theatre that can host receptions, small theatre productions, cabaret and events that seat 150 to 323 standing. Two full bars plus a catering kitchen are also located on the first floor. NVOH is a presenting organization as well as facility manager. NVOH has presented artists from Elvis Costello to Queen Latifah to Ruth Ann Swenson and a multitude of dance, theatre and musical events for the past 8 years
Space Usage
| Permitted Uses |
Video/Film Shoot, Rehearsal, Performance, Class, Audition, Photo Shoot, Special Event, Audio Recording, Reading, Meeting |
| Disciplines |
Dance, Music, Theatre |
| Restrictions On Use |
NVOH owns a marley floor. NVOH also has a small orchestra pit available for up to 23 musicians. Alcohol is only permitted in the Cafe Theatre. No food or drink (except bottled water) is allowed in the upstairs theatre. For dance requirements, a meeting with the NVOH technical director is required. Stage floor is wood (not sprung). Cafe Theatre is hardwood floor. |
Booking Policies
| How To Book |
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| Hours Of Operation |
Flexible; building curfew is 12 midnight. |
| Rental Policy |
None specified
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| Cancellation Policy |
There is a 90 day, 60 day and 30 day "out" policy with a cancellation fee assessed accordingly. A deposit of 50% of total rental costs is required at least 60 days out with final payment made prior to first day of rental. An insurance policy with a $1 million liability clause is required and non-negotiable. |
| Allows Last Minute Reservations |
None specified
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| Booking Requirements |
Deposit, Full payment, References, On site meeting, Proof of liability insurance required |
| Personnel Available at Time of Rental |
On site manager, Call for addtl rental personnel, Rates include some or all personnel, Rates include some or all equipment |
| Personnel Available at Time of Performance |
Stage hands, Box office staff, Sound technician, Light technician, Technical director, Ushers, Call for addtl performance personnel |
| Payment Types |
Cash, Credit card |
| Options |
None specified
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| Other Allowed Activities |
Percussive footwear, Street shoes, Rosin use, Live percussion, Amplified music, Alcohol permitted |
Features
| Space Dimensions |
9600.0 sqft |
| Space Features |
Air-conditioned, Heated, Wings/backstage space, Fly space/theatrical rigging, Orchestra pit, Sound-proof, Acoustic panels, Stage curtains, Rigging points |
| Technology |
WiFi |
| Flooring |
Wood, Nonsprung wood, Marley available |
| Stage Configuration |
Proscenium, Thrust |
| Stage Dimensions |
27 ft x 29 ft with 30 ft ceiling |
| Seating Capacity |
467 |
| Seating Arrangement |
Fixed, Raked, Multi level, Obstructed views |
Equipment
| Lighting |
Light board, Lighting instruments |
| Furniture |
Chairs, Podium, Risers, Tables |
| Artist Amenities |
Dressing rooms, Shower, Kitchen/pantry, Secure storage, Green room, Private restroom |
| Instruments And Accessories |
Rehearsal piano, Performance piano, Music stands |
| Audio |
Sound system, Sound booth, PA system, Microphone, CD player |
| Video Film |
Projection screen, DVD player |
| Studio Arts |
None specified
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Other
| Parking |
Street parking, Bike rack, Loading dock |
| Accessibility |
ADA-compliant, Accessible without stairs, Elevator, Escalator, Lobby and house, Patron restrooms, Freight elevator, Infrared system/assistive listening, Backstage restroom, Call for accessibility info, Backstage, Stage |
| Audience Services |
Staffed concession, Restrooms, Box office, Lobby |
| Miscellaneous |
None specified
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Rates
| Use |
Hourly |
Daily |
Weekly |
Monthly |
| Video/Film Shoots |
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$3,750 |
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| Rehearsals |
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$3,750 |
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- |
| Performances |
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$3,750 |
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- |
| Class |
- |
$3,750 |
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- |
| Auditions |
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$3,750 |
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- |
| Photo Shoots |
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$3,750 |
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- |
| Special Events |
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$3,750 |
- |
- |
| Audio Recording |
- |
$3,750 |
- |
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| Reading |
- |
$3,750 |
- |
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| Meetings |
- |
- |
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Non-Profit Rates
| Use |
Hourly |
Daily |
Weekly |
Monthly |
| Video/Film Shoots |
- |
$2,750 |
- |
- |
| Rehearsals |
- |
$2,750 |
- |
- |
| Performances |
- |
$2,750 |
- |
- |
| Class |
- |
$2,750 |
- |
- |
| Auditions |
- |
$2,750 |
- |
- |
| Photo Shoots |
- |
$2,750 |
- |
- |
| Special Events |
- |
$2,750 |
- |
- |
| Audio Recording |
- |
$2,750 |
- |
- |
| Reading |
- |
$2,750 |
- |
- |
| Meetings |
- |
- |
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This space was last updated on
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 1:49PM
