The Stein Theatre is located on the second floor of the new wing and is a multi-use facility. It has recently undergone a major renovation which added new upgraded seating, new lighting and projection equipment.

The Stein Theatre may be rented for a wide variety of performance and event activities. Rates vary depending on daily vs. weekly use, rehearsal vs. performance use and private organizations vs. not-for-profit organizations.

Rental does not include Box Office fee, technical labor, piano tuning, or special equipment.

Thalian Hall provides ushers, front of house, and concessionaires.

SEATING

In keeping with the multi-use concept, seating in the Stein Theatre is flexible. Maximum fire code capacity is 100 seats. In order to fit this many people into the Stein Theatre set pieces must be minimal. Normal capacity for theatrical presentations is between 60 and 100 seats. Thalian Hall Center staff will add chairs after the performance space has been defined.

Ticket sales are capped at 60 until the Technical Director has approved an increase in the capacity.

The City Council Chambers/Grand Ballroom is available for rent for private functions. This elegant assembly room occupies the 2nd floor of historic City Hall/Thalian Hall at the corner of 3rd and Chestnut Streets. The room is carpeted in red, with newly painted red and cream walls, green curtains, and green upholstered chairs. It is two stories high with a small balcony at one end. The tall arched windows are on three sides and provide a lovely view of downtown Wilmington.

The room works well for 50 to 150 guests. There is a dance floor and small warming kitchen. The room is handicapped accessible and there is ample free parking on the weekends.

Equipment

The room is equipped with a minimum of three 8' foot tables, a minimum of three 6' foot tables, four 5' in diameter round tables, fifteen 30" in diameter cocktail tables (seating 4), fifteen 24" square cocktail tables (seating 4) and up to 200 chairs. Additional furnishings, table linens, and other items can be rented from a number of local suppliers.

Security Deposit

A security deposit of $200 is charged upon reservation and contracting of the room. In the event of cancellation, the deposit is not refunded. The deposit may not be applied toward rental fees. The deposit is refunded within 30 days after your event provided all rules have been followed, all fees have been paid and there has been no damage.

Set-Up/ Attendant Fee

The fee for furniture set-up & THCPA attendant for your event will be included in your contract. This rate is $20/ hr. with a 4-hr. minimum.

Invitations

Invitations to receptions should read, "The Grand Ballroom at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington NC."

Alcoholic Beverages

Wine, champagne, and canned or bottled beer may be served to responsible guests over the age of 21. No kegs may be used to serve beer.

Entertainment

Amplified and or live music is allowed, providing the sound level does not interfere with other performances on the Main Stage or Studio Theatre. Please inform entertainers that Thalian Hall staff reserves the right to determine appropriate levels for everyone's benefit.

Arrangement

Most of the time, though not always, the Grand Ballroom will be arranged with 100 chairs facing the dais. You may re-arrange the furnishings in a number of different ways. The Council desks on the dais may not be moved under any circumstances, though the smaller desks on the right side of the room may be moved to create more space.

Cleaning

At the end of your occupancy, you are responsible for removing all trash from the facility and placing it in designated receptacles outside. Any major spills should be wiped up. Furnishings should be shifted toward the walls to facilitate the vacuuming of the carpet.

Legal Capacities:

Seated Dinners 132

Auditorium Seating 175

Cocktail Reception 175