Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
the Mandell Theater: Facilities
Auditorium
- Total Seating Capacity: 424
- Orchestra Seating: 249
- Mezzanine Seating: 175
- Handicap Accessible: yes
Rental Rates
| Mandell Theater Complex includes Mandell Theater, Living Arts Lounge and Lobby |
$1,000/day |
| Living Arts Lounge | $350 |
| Mandell Theater Lobby | $350 |
| Additional: | |
|---|---|
| Event Technical Supervisor (Required) | $20/hour |
| Standard Equipment Rental* | $150/day |
| Equipment Strip/Restore | $1,500/event |
| Theater Cleaning Fee | $50/day |
| Piano Tuning | $70/event |
| Box Office Security | $31/hour |
| Dance Floor | $100/day |
| Unicco Setup fees | $50/hour |
| *all rental rates quoted are for External Clients. University Clients should call or email for rate info. | |
The Living Arts Lounge
The Living Arts Lounge is a medium sized space adjacent to the Mandell Theater which is used for meetings, lectures, seminars and receptions. The space can comfortably accommodate 75 people seated auditorium style, or up to 100 standing.
Rental Rates*
- $350/day
- Table and chair rental costs will apply if client's requested setup is not possible with items in stock.
Technical Information
- The Living Arts Lounge is not supported by Mandell Theater's technicians.
- To obtain a laptop and projector, University users should contact Instructional Media Services (IMS) at ims@drexel.edu or 215-895-2529.
- To obtain sound support, such as a microphone and speakers, please contact Drexel University Student Technicians (DUST) at dusttech@drexel.edu or 215-895-1330.
*all rental rates quoted are for External Clients. University Clients should call or email for rate info.
Deadlines
- Meetings with no special setups or services require a minimum of 2 working days notice.
- Meetings with special needs (i.e. food, setup, etc.) require a minimum of 10 working days notice.
- Programs (receptions, concerts, lectures, etc.) with special needs require a minimum of 20 working days notice.
- A program requiring insurance coverage and a university contract needs a minimum of 30 working days notification.
Cancellations
Due to the heavy demand for meeting and program facilities on campus, groups who find themselves having to cancel facilities should do so in accordance with the following deadlines:
- Meetings with no special set ups, services, or food should be cancelled via email to the Mandell Theater Manager at mandell@drexel.edu a minimum of two business days in advance.
- Groups must cancel events in Mandell Theater via an email to the Theater Manager at mandell@drexel.edu a minimum of 7 working days in advance. Groups cancelling events less than 7 working days in advance will be responsible for any costs incurred for arranging the program or event.
To inquire about availability or to obtain an estimate, please email the Theater Manager at mandell@drexel.edu or call 215-895-2528.
To inquire about any other spaces on campus, please contact the Event Services Office at reservations@drexel.edu or 215-895-2520.