Zellerbach Rehearsal Hall

Zellerbach Rehearsal Hall

Since opening its doors in 1981, the Harold L. Zellerbach Rehearsal Hall has been home to the San Francisco BalletSan Francisco OperaSan Francisco Symphony , and a wide variety of producing companies, providing space for the development of some of the Bay Area’s most dynamic performance.

The primary rehearsal hall (A) features an orchestra pit, fly space and stage area with dimensions equal to those of the War Memorial Opera House. Halls B and C are ideal for minor staging, choral and orchestra sectional rehearsals.

Zellerbach Rehearsal Hall is a flexible and functional space with the capacity to accommodate everything from rehearsals and auditions to professional film and photography.

LOCATION & RENTAL CONTACT

Booking Manager: Davies, Opera House & Zellerbach Rehearsal Hall

Email: rob.levin@sfgov.org
Phone: 415.554.6317

San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center
401 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 110
San Francisco, CA 94102

Main Phone: 415.621.6600

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Rental RATES

Rental rates do not include union labor, equipment or insurance.

STANDARD RENT

Hall A Company Use
$1150
Hall A Public Use
$1470
Halls B or C
$780

NONPROFIT

Hall A Company Use
$655
Hall A Public Use
$950
Halls B or C
$430
Rental RATES

Rental rates do not include union labor, equipment or insurance.

STANDARD RENT

Hall A Company Use
$1150
Hall A Public Use
$1470
Halls B or C
$780

501(c)(3) / GOVERNMENT

Hall A Company Use
$655
Hall A Public Use
$950
Halls B or C
$430

Fees &
EXPENSES

RENT

All fees and expenses are in addition to rent. See Rental Rates for more information.

LABOR

All rental activities require union stage labor, security, and custodial and engineering services. Creating an estimate requires knowing your timeline, complete technical needs and desired services.

EQUIPMENT

Chairs, music stands, podium, conductor’s desk, orchestra risers, pianos and additional technical equipment are available for rent. Equipment rentals are dependent on the needs of each event. Estimates will be developed at the time of booking.

INSURANCE

A Certificate of Insurance with an Additional Insured Endorsement is required for all rental activities. Insurance must include Workers Compensation coverage, Public Liability coverage of $1 million and Property Damage coverage of $1 million. A 1-day liability policy is available through the War Memorial. Rates are available on request. Licensee must provide all other coverage.

AUDIO & VIDEO RECORDING

Arrangements for recording must be made in advance and require a separate agreement. Recording(s) require additional equipment rentals and union labor.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

All catering and craft services require a separate agreement with our exclusive provider of food and beverage, Global Gourmet Catering.

Fees &
EXPENSES

RENT

All fees and expenses are in addition to rent. See Rental Rates for more information.

LABOR

All rental activities require union stage labor, security, and custodial and engineering services. Creating an estimate requires knowing your timeline, complete technical needs and desired services.

EQUIPMENT

Chairs, music stands, podium, conductor’s desk, orchestra risers, pianos and additional technical equipment are available for rent. Equipment rentals are dependent on the needs of each event. Estimates will be developed at the time of booking.

INSURANCE

A Certificate of Insurance with an Additional Insured Endorsement is required for all rental activities. Insurance must include Workers Compensation coverage, Public Liability coverage of $1 million and Property Damage coverage of $1 million. A 1-day liability policy is available through the War Memorial. Rates are available on request. Licensee must provide all other coverage.

AUDIO & VIDEO RECORDING

Arrangements for recording must be made in advance and require a separate agreement. Recording(s) require additional equipment rentals and union labor.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

All catering and craft services require a separate agreement with our exclusive provider of food and beverage, Global Gourmet Catering.

Booking INFORMATION

Please note: A minimum of 6 weeks is required to plan, contract, staff, and execute your event in Zellerbach Rehearsal Hall. Shorter booking timeframes may not be possible.

1. INITIAL INQUIRY

Contact us to check availability of your desired date(s). Availability is limited, so be prepared with alternate dates and a clear sense of your timeline. If your desired date(s) appear open and your activities are compatible with the venue, you may place a hold while we confirm availability.

2. DATE CONFIRMATION

Once your date is confirmed, submit a completed application together with base rental rate.

3. LICENSE AGREEMENT

We issue a Short Term License Agreement (STLA). Next steps:

  • Sign and return the STLA and related documents.
  • For activities requiring catering services, execute a separate agreement with Global Gourmet Catering.

4. FINALIZE DETAILS

Prior to issuing your Short Term License Agreement: Confirm the timeline, technical elements and needed equipment with our Stage Electrician. Additionally, confirm desired audience services, food and beverage requirements, and any additional needs.

5. PAY PERFORMANCE DEPOSIT & INSURANCE

No less than three weeks prior to the start of your activities, furnish proof of insurance and pay your Performance Deposit, which is a deposit paid to cover the total estimated cost of labor and equipment. See Fees & Expenses for more information.

No less than three weeks prior to the start of your activities, furnish proof of insurance and pay your Performance Deposit, which is a deposit paid to cover the total estimated cost of labor and equipment. See Fees & Expenses for more information.

6. SETTLEMENT

You will receive a full settlement and a refund of the unused portion of the Performance Deposit. This process takes up to three weeks.

San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center

401 Van Ness Avenue, Room 110 | San Francisco CA 94102
P: 415.621.6600 F: 415.621.5091