The Black Academy of Arts and Letters (TBAAL) is a multi-disciplined arts institution whose mission is to create and enhance an awareness and understanding of artistic, cultural, and aesthetic differences. It offers a multitude of facility rental options. We look forward to making your event a memorable one.
Theater
An excellent venue for major productions, concerts, workshops, etc. » Seating: » Floor - 1,053 » Balcony - 694 » Total Seats - 1,747 » Stage: The pit area and the stage are made of a black EPG hard surface material used on Broadway shows. (Dimensions: 45'W X 80'D) » Loading Dock: Loading Dock 1 is located on the west side of Canton Street. It can accommodate 2 semi-trailer trucks. Freight access to the stage is through a 12' X 9'6" overhead door on stage left. » Box Office: Located off of Canton Street » Electrical: » 1600 amp 120/208 volt service stage right » 1200 amp 120/208 volt service stage right » Dressing Rooms: » 1 men's restroom to the south of the theater » 1 women's restroom to the north of the theater (near the Arena)
Muse Cafe
An excellent venue for comedy shows, one-man/woman theater performances, music programs and poetry performances. » Seats: 250 total » 3 dressing rooms » Bar & prep kitchen
Meeting Rooms
Room T203
» Excellent setting for small meetings » Great for breakfasts, receptions, and intimate dinners » Accommodates 100 theater-style and 60 banquet-style
Room T312-313
» The largest banquet/meeting room » Great for hosting proms, birthday/anniversary parties, weddings/receptions, etc. » Accommodates 500 theater-style and 250 banquet-style
Room T314
» A medium-sized banquet/meeting room » Great for wedding ceremonies, receptions, workshops, seminars, banquets, and parties » Accommodates 300 theater-style and 150 banquet-style
