Free or Subsidized Space

Discounted Rehearsal Space Program

The Clemente Center

107 Suffolk Street
New York, NY 10002

Deadline

Rolling

Posted

Aug 13, 2025

Are you a performing artist in need of rehearsal space? Prioritizing BIPOC artists and performing arts entities from underserved and under-resourced communities, The Clemente’s Discounted Rehearsal Space Program will provide discounted rentals to artists and entities in New York City, for $15/hour at our 3rd Floor studio space, Studio 309

The Clemente strives to provide accessible rehearsal spaces for the creative performing arts as a vision and advocacy platform for equitable funding and structural support for culturally specific artists and performing groups in New York.

Requirements

Fees: $15/hour

Location: 3rd Floor Studio, Room 309 (No Elevator)

Availability:
Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday until 6:00 PM

Excludes Federal Holidays and select weeks when The Clemente requires use of the space.

Note: This program is open until we reach capacity.

Studio Specifications:
Dimensions: about 20 ft x 25 ft
Accommodates up to 12 individuals
Equipped with 1 table and 10 chairs (technical equipment not provided)
2-hour minimum booking (includes setup and breakdown)

Shared Space Policy:
Renters are required to leave the studio in its original condition.
This includes:
Clearing out all trash
Removing personal items
Breaking down tables
Neatly stacking chairs to the side

Application Instructions

Apply here

Proof of Payment:
Email confirmations for booking and rehearsal dates will be sent directly to the registrant. Proof of payment must be presented upon entry to The Clemente building.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the scheduled booking are non-refundable.

The Clemente reserves the right to cancel bookings with a minimum of 48 hours’ notice.

Usage Policy:
The studio is reserved exclusively for performing arts rehearsals. Other activities—including but not limited to events, classes, workshops, or any form of film/photo-related use—will be flagged and subject to cancellation.