FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?

If you are an ARTIST seeking space, a PRODUCTION COMPANY seeking a venue, a PATRON OF THE ARTS interested in contributing, an individual seeking an INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY, or an individual interested in being a VOLUNTEER, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at info@MenashaAccessTheater.com.

DOES MENASHA ACCESS THEATER HAVE AN ELEVATOR?
Yes! Our elevator is located on the 1st floor common hallway. Artists working at Access as well as audiences coming to see our shows are welcome to use the elevator. 

DO I NEED INSURANCE?
Yes! MENASHA ACCESS THEATER holds insurance covering the facilities from property damage and liability. This insurance DOES NOT cover production damages and liability. The Artist must show proof of insurance (general liability and/or volunteer accident insurance) before the first day of rental.

ARE THERE DRESSING ROOMS?
Yes! There are dressing rooms for both the Black Box Theater and the Gallery Space.
 
HOW DO I BOOK THE SPACE?
In order to book either the Black Box Theater or Gallery Space, you must sign a contract and submit 50% of the total payment. This will hold the space for you. Payments can be made by cash, check, bank check, money order, or PayPal. 

WHAT IS THE PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE AT MENASHA ACCESS THEATER?
This is our weekly performance schedule for the Black Box Theater:

  • Thursdays from 8:00-9:30PM

  • Fridays from 8:00-9:30PM

  • Saturdays from 8:00-9:30PM

  • Sundays from 2:00-3:30PM

This is our weekly performance for the Gallery Space:

  • Thursdays from 8:00-9:30PM

  • Fridays from 8:00-9:30PM

  • Saturdays from 8:00-9:30PM

  • Sundays from 8:00-9:30PM

If you want to schedule performances outside these designated times, let us know at the signing of your contract so we can ensure access to the space during those times. 

WHAT IS NOT ALLOWED AT MENASHA ACCESS THEATER?
There can be no open flame, haze or fog (fire alarms will activate), animals, big physical dance, loud amplified sound, sand, unpreserved dead animals, leaves, hay or other dried grass, solvents, untreated combustible materials, spray paint, dirt, pools or standing water, duct tape, nails, and/or dyes. 

DO YOU HAVE Wi-Fi?
Yes! You will receive the Wi-Fi password on the day of your Load-In.

DO I NEED A FIRE GUARD AT EACH PERFORMANCE?
Yes! Each production must dedicate one person on their staff as the dedicated Fire Guard with a valid certification. This person must execute all responsibilities of a FIRE GUARD and keep a log of each work call, rehearsal or performance in the log provided by MENASHA Access Theater.