And now, the fine print (and some answers to F.A.Q.'s)
* The cafe tables and stools are reserved for your audience's use. To that end, we cannot change their configuration in any way without advance approval from management. We have a limited amount of furniture specifically for the stage. If you have special requests or needs in this area, it is a very good idea to address them in the comments/details section of this form. We do have ample folding tables, from 4'x2' rectangles to large rounds, as well as a variety of stage cubes and blocks.
* We have a different event almost every day, sometimes even 2-3 a day. This generally means that you will need to load in just prior to soundcheck, and load out immediately after your show.
* We have very limited storage space. If you have large props or instruments, please keep this in mind. Except under very rare circumstances, all equipment and props must be removed from the premises upon departure. PROPS WILL BE DISCARDED INDEFINITELY AFTER 4 DAYS OF BEING LEFT BEHIND. NO EXCEPTIONS.
* We have a small dressing room with a shower/bathroom as well as a green room and a back stage area for you and your performers. Please make sure to keep it clean and organized for the people after you. All walkways and paths need to be kept clear and compliant with NYC fire code.
* There is a backstage door to load in and out from the Water street side. It is the fastest (and levelest) way to load to the stage/back stage. Please make sure to close this door firmly. Your equipment and ours is very accessible from there. Please DO NOT block this or any door with props or equipment, as it is a violation of fire code.
* Doors open 1 hour prior to show time. This must be the cutoff time for all audio tech. Performers arriving after doors open will not get a chance to tech. PLEASE if you think 2 hours is inadequate for your tech needs, make advance arrangements with the technical director to begin your tech earlier.
* Any additional setup in the house must be communicated to us. We will coordinate with the Galapagos house/facilities team to accommodate.
* You are welcome to display and sell merchandise, and we welcome it at no extra charge. If you can, bring someone to staff your merch table throughout your show; it will certainly help it move better. Please let us know and we'll set up and light a table for you!
* All physical/aerial performers and riggers must sign our house waiver prior to any rigging.
* There is no smoking allowed at any time, anywhere inside the building. There is a smoking alley accessible from the house right stairwell. Please do not use the backstage water street door and sidewalk as a smoking area. Our landlord can see this from his apartment and will come down and cause trouble for the venue.
* There is generally no fire allowed in Galapagos as it will set off our smoke detectors and bring the fire department automatically. If your show has any special effect planned (INCLUDING SMOKE MACHINES), we must know ahead of time, so we can take the system offline. EVEN IF the fire system is offline, the alarm will sound. No surprises please.
* We are located in a residential area and are respectful of our neighbors. To that end we require our volume to be capped at 95 Decibels.
Stage.
* Stage dimensions are:
35'3" Wide (3'3" have steps on stage left
Playable distance between wings is approx 27 feet.
13'4" Deep
Grid is 13'2" high (Cement ceiling is 15" above)
Stage is 2' above the islands.
There are outlets along the rear of the stage floor.
* There is a baby grand piano that lives on Stage Right. It is 55"/63". Please do not use the piano as a table, tray or chair. If you need to move the piano, please take care not to push it by the lid, as it loosens the hinges. Please clean all 'new music debris' from the inside before you leave.
* We have a red velour electric curtain in front of the stage, controlled from the booth. Please remember to include curtain calls in your event information sheet.
* There are 3 entrances/exits to the stage. Stage right, from backstage. Stage left, from the hallway. Center stage, from the islands. This entrance is affected by the railing configurations on page 2 of this form.
Tech.
We will provide you with a technical representative from our team. They will work with your stage manager, or the person in charge of tech from your end. They will automatically be scheduled arrive 2 Hours prior to the event. If more time is needed, please let the technical director know. They are well-versed operators and are able to help you connect to our setup, focus lights and run a sound-check. They will also be present during the event and will operate the booth. If more than 1 person is required to run your show, please inform us as soon as possible, we have a full staff of operators and stage managers available on call.
Please take a moment to review the house equipment inventory online at:
http://galapagosartspace.com/tech.html
Our inventory is growing slowly but surely. Your comments help us prioritize our purchase power.