The Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, located at 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801, is a versatile event venue that offers a range of facilities for meetings, conferences, and events. Here is a detailed description of its meeting and event facilities:
Meeting and Event Facilities
Seating Capacity
- Total Capacity: 1,955 continental style seats.
Function Rooms
- Mark C. Smith Concert Hall: The main performing venue, suitable for Broadway shows, ballet, symphonies, and concerts. It also serves as a meeting area for conferences and seminars.
Additional Rooms
- Dressing Rooms: Accommodations for sixty performers.
- Green Room: Conveniently located near the stage and service doors.
- Rehearsal Rooms: Two rooms adjacent to the Concert Hall for rehearsals.
Services
- Loading Dock: A double-bay loading dock accessible at stage level through a 12’ x 18’ service door.
- Stage Equipment: The stage features a 54’ x 48’ performing area, a hydraulic orchestra pit, a 54-line counterweight system, a full orchestra acoustical shell, and complete sound and lighting systems.
- Event Coordination: In-house event coordination services are available.
- Merchandise and Concessions: In-house merchandise and concessions services are available.
- Production Services: In-house production services are available.
- Box Office Services: In-house box office services are available.
Rental Information
- Commercial Rental: $4,500 per day or 12% of gross ticket receipts after taxes, whichever is greater.
- Ballet Room Rental: $325 per day.
- Move-in / Move-out and Rehearsal Dates: Calculated at 60% of the normal daily rental rates.
Operational Hours
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
- Event Hours: Available on weekdays and weekends, with specific hours determined by the event.
Parking and Amenities
- Parking: Available on site.
- Concessions: No concessions available within the venue.
- Locker Rooms: No locker rooms available within the venue.
The Mark C. Smith Concert Hall offers a comprehensive set of facilities and services, making it an ideal venue for various types of events, from concerts and performances to conferences and meetings.