The BPAC rents the following performance spaces to outside parties. These spaces are : Engelman Recital Hall, Nagelberg Theatre, Bernie West Theatre, Mason Hall, and the BPAC Lounge.

(For other theatre space requests, please contact Conference Services on campus at 646-312-1442).

Please see below for specific space information, technical specifications and seating charts. If you need more information or to check availability of any of the spaces listed below, please email performingartscenter@baruch.cuny.edu

At the BPAC you will find:

• A friendly and helpful staff.
• Marketing support through our event calendar listings, email blasts, Arts & Academia program, Baruch neighborhood relationships and a full service box office.

All spaces have a base rental amount, which includes front of house staff, lights and sound inventory, the space, and a facilities assistant for the duration of the run.

Additional costs include:

• Technical Labor
• Box Office services (the BPAC Box Office is a TheaterMania office).
• Security (if deemed necessary) All rentals require a 50% deposit and the balance is due prior to the event. The College also requires a minimum $2 million dollar certificate of liability for every event held on campus.

Spaces within the Marvin Antonowsky Performing Arts Complex:

The Engelman Recital Hall

The Engelman Recital Hall is a beautifully appointed classic recital hall with 174 seats and intimate, raked seating. The hall houses a Steinway Concert Grand piano, which can be used as part of the rental. The stage is 23' x 14' with a blond hardwood floor. A Strand mini-board offers eight preset cues, and recording within the space is possible. With near-perfect acoustics, it is a true gem.

Engelman Recital Hall Info Sheet
Engelman Recital Hall Usage Guide
Engelman Recital Hall Inventory
Engelman Recital Hall Seating Chart

The Nagelberg Theatre is a state-of-the-art black box theatre, with flexible seating that can be configured into four different set-ups, with varying capacities and playing space. Additional seating may be obtained by using the gallery level. The maximum capacity is 220. The floor is an oak hardwood, finished in satin black paint. The theatre is equipped with a wire-tension lighting grid that allows for ease of focusing and movement of instruments and an advanced audio system.

The Nagelberg is the most heavily booked space in the BPAC, so plan early.

Nagelberg Theatre Info Sheet
Nagelberg Theatre Usage Guide
Nagelberg Theatre Inventory
Nagelberg Theatre Seating Chart

***Currently Unavailable***

The Bernie West Theatre is located on the 9th Floor of the 17 Lexington building. A classic black box style with black walls and a deck finished in satin black it is a warm and intimate space. Seating is end stage style that accommodates a maximum of 74. The approximate playing space is 21x 30 with a ceiling height of 10'.

Bernie West Theatre Info Sheet
Bernie West Theatre Usage Guide
Bernie West Theatre Inventory
Bernie West Theatre Seating Chart