Venue Rental
The Lyric Hyperion is a venue run by artists for artists who are focused on creating new works as well as nurturing and growing community in our space and our performances. We provide numerous house shows, weekly & monthly as well as full productions we create through the year. The space can be rented out for events, shows, and community gatherings.
The Space
Our main venue, a black box theatre, can be easily rearranged for both large and more intimate shows or events, and has the following perks:
For Producers
Lighting/Set designer recommendations
Online Ticketing And Will Call
Stage managers and board operations for hire
Equipment instruction
Full café & bar
For Crew
Lighting Console: ETC SmartFade 1248 DMX (48 channel, fully programmable stack)
ETC SmartPack Dimmers, 1000W each
LED Lighting + Theatrical Stage Lighting Options
Sound Mixer: Mackie ProFX12v2 - 6 channels with FX & mic inputs
Full onstage PA system with two speakers and up to 5 mics
For Performers
Black box theatre: 33'x 25'
Stage area: averages about 18' x 20,' depending on seating plan
Roomy backstage greenroom: great for alternate rehearsal space
Rates & Accomodation
We love to make events happen, and can accommodate any special event - from classes, rehearsals, to full-blown productions and beyond.
Venue rental rates vary based on show type, time, and special accommodations. Basic rental rates do not include crew but can be added to your rental at a negotiable rate. Lobby and patio can be closed to the public for private parties.
A fully refundable SECURITY DEPOSIT is required with all rentals. This deposit covers negligent use of theatre equipment, performer no-show, or going over your time slot.
Please get in touch with rent@lyrichyperion.com or fill out the rental inquiry for a custom quote for your event and to schedule a walkthrough.
Rental Types
Standard Show (90 minute slot, start time: 8pm)
Late Night Show (90+ minute slot, start time: 10/10:30pm)
Full Play
Parties/Events
Rehearsal
Daytime Film & TV Shoots
Recurring events
Have something else? We're game!
Event Promotion
You promote your event, but we're happy to help out how we can. Give us at least 3-4 days before your events and use the following key tips:
Please use our correct name: The Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Cafe
For details and ticket sales: refer people to our website, www.LyricHyperion.com
Include our logo on your promotional materials: download the logo here
Send a JPG of your show flyer to rent@lyrichyperion.com, and we’ll post it in our on our calendar.
Send us your facebook event and/or ticket link so that we can share on our facebook page and instagram.
Drop off 3 color flyers, 8.5″ square or smaller, and we'll put them up. If you make postcards we'll put them in our postcard rack.
Other important information
Food & Drink
Outside food or drink is not permitted anywhere on the premises without special arrangement and fee. All renters are responsible for their students, cast and/or audience following this rule! Our café offers a full menu every day, and excellent event-catering options priced for all budget levels, including greenroom specials for cast & crew. Please contact café staff with a week’s notice to plan catering for your event.
Parking
Ride Share services are always recommended. Street Parking is available on Hyperion Ave as well as Griffith Park Blvd. No parking on Lyric Ave.
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