{ "schema_version": 1, "site": "https://broadwaystudios.com/", "policy": "https://broadwaystudios.com/agent-use/", "booking_contact": "bookings@broadwaystudios.com", "availability": null, "rate_notice": "Starting rates only, not quotes, ceilings or availability. Final scope and pricing require a proposal.", "rental_scope": "Room rates cover the selected space, a 5-hour event window, and the house sound and lighting system. Operators, food, beverage and service charge are extra.", "event_pages": [ { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/community-events/", "title": "Community & Cultural Events", "description": "Plan a cultural gathering, community celebration or public conversation at Broadway Studios in North Beach. Tell us who you’re bringing together and what the day should mean to them.", "introduction": "Plan a cultural gathering, community celebration or public conversation at Broadway Studios in North Beach. Tell us who you’re bringing together and what the day should mean to them.", "formats": [ { "title": "Cultural celebrations", "description": "Share the traditions, performances and hospitality that belong in your program." }, { "title": "Talks & community conversations", "description": "Plan the room for listening, discussion and participation." }, { "title": "Community showcases", "description": "Bring artists, contributors or local groups together with the schedule and access needs in mind." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Jamestown Jam", "date": "May 4, 2001", "summary": "The Noe Valley Voice listed the fifth annual Jamestown Jam at Broadway Studios: a dance party benefiting the Jamestown Community Center.", "source": "https://www.noevalleyvoice.com/2001/May/Cal.html" }, { "title": "Cat’s Corner", "date": "Swing dancing at 435 Broadway", "summary": "Cat’s Corner chose the upstairs ballroom for swing classes and live-music dance nights, continuing Broadway Studios’ social-dance history.", "source": "https://www.catscornersf.com/venue-435-broadway/" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Can we host an all-ages community gathering?", "answer": "Upstairs at 435 Broadway welcomes all ages and is reached by stairs. The separate step-free ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway is 21+. Tell us both the age range and access needs so we can assess the fit." }, { "question": "Are recurring community events possible?", "answer": "Share the format and preferred frequency. We can discuss dates and terms; a recurring booking is confirmed only by agreement." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/theatre-performances/", "title": "Theatre & Live Performances", "description": "Plan a theatrical performance, cabaret or staged reading at Broadway Studios. Tell us about the work, cast, audience and what the production needs to come alive.", "introduction": "Plan a theatrical performance, cabaret or staged reading at Broadway Studios. Tell us about the work, cast, audience and what the production needs to come alive.", "formats": [ { "title": "Theatre & cabaret", "description": "Share the production concept, set footprint and audience configuration." }, { "title": "Staged readings", "description": "Plan a focused evening around performers, text and conversation with the audience." }, { "title": "Short runs & showcases", "description": "Include rehearsal, setup and strike needs alongside the performance dates you’re considering." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Under the Yum-Yum Tree", "date": "June 1962", "summary": "The On Broadway Theatre opened with Under the Yum-Yum Tree. The San Francisco Theatres archive preserves the production’s program and the history of the upstairs stage.", "source": "https://sanfranciscotheatres.blogspot.com/2021/04/on-broadway-theatre.html" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Can we rehearse before the performance?", "answer": "Include rehearsal dates and hours in your inquiry. Rehearsal access and staffing need to be agreed as part of the booking." }, { "question": "What are the stage dimensions and rigging limits?", "answer": "Send the set and technical requirements. We’ll confirm current measurements and any rigging review before approving the design; historic photos are not technical drawings." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/private-parties/", "title": "Private Parties & Milestones", "description": "Celebrate a birthday, anniversary, reunion or personal milestone at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Start with the people, music and feeling you want for the night.", "introduction": "Celebrate a birthday, anniversary, reunion or personal milestone at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Start with the people, music and feeling you want for the night.", "formats": [ { "title": "Birthdays & anniversaries", "description": "Share the guest list, age range and whether you picture dinner, dancing or both." }, { "title": "Reunions & homecomings", "description": "Plan time to reconnect, with room for conversation, photos and a few shared memories." }, { "title": "A party with a program", "description": "Bring your idea for speeches, a performance or a surprise. We’ll discuss how it fits the evening." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Time magazine’s 80th anniversary", "date": "From our client archive", "summary": "Our archived client list records Time magazine’s 80th-anniversary event, an example of an organization marking a milestone at Broadway Studios.", "source": "" }, { "title": "University and social formals", "date": "From our client archive", "summary": "The archive also records a Gamma Phi Beta sorority formal, part of the venue’s history of private social gatherings.", "source": "" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Can we bring decorations or entertainment?", "answer": "Tell us what you have in mind and who would supply it. We’ll confirm installation, access, timing and any additional costs before you book suppliers." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Can we book the full building?", "answer": "A full building buyout is available. We’ll discuss the use of each floor with you." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/screenings-premieres/", "title": "Screenings & Premieres", "description": "Plan a private screening, premiere or film discussion at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Share the film, audience and presentation requirements so we can build the right evening.", "introduction": "Plan a private screening, premiere or film discussion at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Share the film, audience and presentation requirements so we can build the right evening.", "formats": [ { "title": "Premieres & invited screenings", "description": "Plan guest arrival, the screening and any introduction or reception around it." }, { "title": "Film discussions & Q&As", "description": "Include time for speakers, audience questions and the transition from playback to conversation." }, { "title": "Series & community cinema", "description": "Tell us about the program, frequency and audience. Each screening’s technical needs and date are reviewed." } ], "history": [], "faqs": [ { "question": "Do you support DCP or a specific projection format?", "answer": "Tell us the exact delivery and playback requirements. We’ll verify compatibility before confirming the event; DCP playback, screen size and cinema specifications are not assumed." }, { "question": "Who arranges screening rights?", "answer": "Your organizer handles the film’s exhibition permissions. Include any distributor requirements so the event plan can account for them." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/dance-events/", "title": "Dance Events & Socials", "description": "Bring a social dance, lesson series or dance showcase to Broadway Studios in North Beach. Plan the night around movement, music and the community you want in the room.", "introduction": "Bring a social dance, lesson series or dance showcase to Broadway Studios in North Beach. Plan the night around movement, music and the community you want in the room.", "formats": [ { "title": "Social dances", "description": "Tell us the dance style, expected turnout and balance between floor space and seating." }, { "title": "Classes & workshops", "description": "Share class sizes, instructor needs and how lessons connect to the social portion." }, { "title": "Dance showcases", "description": "Describe the performance area, audience arrangement and any rehearsal requirements." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Cat’s Corner", "date": "Swing dancing at 435 Broadway", "summary": "Cat’s Corner chose the upstairs ballroom for swing classes and live-music dance nights, continuing Broadway Studios’ social-dance history.", "source": "https://www.catscornersf.com/venue-435-broadway/" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Can we inspect the dance floor?", "answer": "Tell us your dance style and floor requirements first. Once we’ve reviewed fit, we can arrange a visit to assess the surface and layout together." }, { "question": "Can a live band play for the dance?", "answer": "Share the band size, rider and performance schedule. We’ll confirm stage space, house equipment and operator needs for your event." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/comedy-shows/", "title": "Comedy Shows", "description": "Bring a stand-up night, comedy showcase or private comedy event to Broadway Studios. Share the lineup, audience and whether you’re planning a live show or a recording.", "introduction": "Bring a stand-up night, comedy showcase or private comedy event to Broadway Studios. Share the lineup, audience and whether you’re planning a live show or a recording.", "formats": [ { "title": "Stand-up & showcases", "description": "Discuss the lineup, sightlines, microphone needs and the flow between performers." }, { "title": "Private comedy events", "description": "Bring a comedy program into a celebration or company gathering with the tone and audience in mind." }, { "title": "Recorded performances", "description": "Share the camera plan, lighting needs and audience setup early. Recording services are scoped separately." } ], "history": [ { "title": "HellaFunny pop-up comedy", "date": "2022–2023", "summary": "Funcheap’s venue history records its pop-up comedy shows with HellaFunny at Broadway Studios in 2022 and early 2023.", "source": "https://sf.funcheap.com/city-guide/historic-1919-north-beach-broadway-studios-auction/" }, { "title": "HBO comedy special · Dave Chappelle", "date": "From our client archive", "summary": "Broadway Studios’ archived client list records an HBO comedy special with Dave Chappelle. The entry documents that connection without specifying the special’s title or recording date.", "source": "" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Can we film a comedy special here?", "answer": "Tell us the camera footprint, lighting plan and sound requirements. We’ll review the production layout and schedule; crew, recording and post-production are not automatically included." }, { "question": "Do you book the comedians?", "answer": "Tell us whether you already have the lineup or need help exploring entertainment. Artist availability, fees and agreements must be confirmed separately." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/live-music/", "title": "Live Music & Concerts", "description": "Plan a concert, showcase or private performance in a building woven into San Francisco’s music history. Tell us about the act, audience and kind of night you want to create.", "introduction": "Plan a concert, showcase or private performance in a building woven into San Francisco’s music history. Tell us about the act, audience and kind of night you want to create.", "formats": [ { "title": "Concerts & showcases", "description": "Share the lineup, audience estimate, changeovers and whether you prefer standing or seated guests." }, { "title": "Private performances", "description": "Build a concert into a company event, celebration or invited gathering." }, { "title": "Recurring nights", "description": "Tell us about the concept, frequency and audience you want to grow. Dates and terms are reviewed individually." } ], "history": [ { "title": "The Mabuhay Gardens music story", "date": "1970s–1980s", "summary": "The building’s downstairs Mabuhay Gardens became a landmark of San Francisco’s punk scene, with performances by the Dead Kennedys, Blondie and the Ramones. That history belongs to the downstairs room, distinct from the upstairs theatre.", "source": "https://www.sfgate.com/local/article/mabuhay-gardens-435-broadway-sf-auction-18113439.php" }, { "title": "Cat’s Corner", "date": "Swing dancing at 435 Broadway", "summary": "Cat’s Corner chose the upstairs ballroom for swing classes and live-music dance nights, continuing Broadway Studios’ social-dance history.", "source": "https://www.catscornersf.com/venue-435-broadway/" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Who handles tickets and door arrangements?", "answer": "Tell us how you plan to sell tickets or manage invitations. Door terms, staffing and ticketing responsibilities need agreement; submitting an inquiry does not create a show date." }, { "question": "Can we send a technical rider?", "answer": "Yes. Include the essentials in your inquiry and we’ll follow up by email for the rider, input list and stage plot. Current inventory and operators will be confirmed." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/fashion-shows/", "title": "Fashion Shows", "description": "Plan a runway show, designer presentation or fashion launch at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Start with the audience experience, collection and shape of the show.", "introduction": "Plan a runway show, designer presentation or fashion launch at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Start with the audience experience, collection and shape of the show.", "formats": [ { "title": "Runway shows", "description": "Share runway dimensions, seating, photography positions and the number of looks or models." }, { "title": "Designer presentations", "description": "Talk through the pace of the presentation, styling needs and how guests encounter the collection." }, { "title": "Fashion launches & receptions", "description": "Combine a presentation with conversation and celebration, with the layout planned around the flow." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Stylematic launch & fashion show", "date": "February 18, 2014", "summary": "A fashion-tech launch brought a runway show, designers and guests to Broadway Studios. The event recap records the address and the evening’s combination of presentations, music and celebration.", "source": "https://www.fafafoom.com/san-francisco-bay-area-scenes/stylematic-app-launch-party-recap/" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Is a runway supplied?", "answer": "A runway is not automatically included. Share the design and supplier needs; we’ll confirm the installation, floor plan and costs in your proposal." }, { "question": "How many seats fit around a runway?", "answer": "Runway length, width, backstage space and camera positions determine the layout. Standard theatre seating figures do not describe every runway arrangement." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/boxing-exhibitions/", "title": "Boxing Exhibitions", "description": "Bring a private boxing exhibition concept to Broadway Studios. A past event placed a ring at the center of the room, continuing a connection to boxing that reaches back to Garibaldi Hall.", "introduction": "Bring a private boxing exhibition concept to Broadway Studios. A past event placed a ring at the center of the room, continuing a connection to boxing that reaches back to Garibaldi Hall.", "formats": [ { "title": "Private exhibitions", "description": "Tell us about the format, participants, invited audience and how the event will be managed." }, { "title": "A sporting event with hospitality", "description": "Discuss guest arrival, viewing areas and any reception or food-and-beverage component." }, { "title": "Boxing on camera", "description": "For a filmed exhibition or staged scene, share camera positions, crew footprint and sound needs." } ], "history": [ { "title": "A ring at the center of the room", "date": "Private exhibition", "summary": "A private event brought a boxing ring into the center of the room. The ring became the focus of the gathering, showing a very different use of the venue from a conventional stage-facing event.", "source": "https://broadwaystudios.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/boxing-private-exhibition-ringside.jpg" }, { "title": "Garibaldi Hall boxing", "date": "1920s", "summary": "The building’s boxing history goes back to the Garibaldi Hall era. The San Francisco Theatres archive records boxing matches in the upstairs hall during the 1920s.", "source": "https://sanfranciscotheatres.blogspot.com/2021/04/on-broadway-theatre.html" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Is a ring included?", "answer": "No ring or boxing equipment is promised with venue rental. Tell us about your supplier and installation plan so we can review what the event requires." }, { "question": "How many spectators can we host around a ring?", "answer": "A ring, safety clearances and camera or production areas change the usable floor plan. We’ll review a specific layout; the standard standing or theatre capacities are not a ringside capacity." }, { "question": "Does the past exhibition mean any boxing event is approved?", "answer": "No. Each event’s format, operating plan, insurance and applicable approvals need review before confirmation." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/film-tv-production/", "title": "Film & TV Production", "description": "Scout Broadway Studios for a film, television or commercial production. Share the scene, crew size and shoot window; we’ll help assess the space and practical requirements.", "introduction": "Scout Broadway Studios for a film, television or commercial production. Share the scene, crew size and shoot window; we’ll help assess the space and practical requirements.", "formats": [ { "title": "Film & episodic television", "description": "Describe the look, action and rooms you want on camera, plus prep, shoot and strike time." }, { "title": "Commercials & branded content", "description": "Share the treatment, crew footprint and any product, set or installation needs." }, { "title": "Interviews & performance capture", "description": "Tell us about audience, sound, camera positions and whether the room needs to remain quiet during takes." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Blindspotting", "date": "Season 2", "summary": "San Francisco’s film-location records name Broadway Studios, 435 Broadway, for Season 2 of Blindspotting.", "source": "https://data.sfgov.org/Arts-Culture-and-Recreation/Film-Locations-in-San-Francisco/yitu-d5am" }, { "title": "Nash Bridges", "date": "2021", "summary": "The city’s location dataset lists Broadway Studios at 435 Broadway for the 2021 Nash Bridges production.", "source": "https://data.sfgov.org/Arts-Culture-and-Recreation/Film-Locations-in-San-Francisco/yitu-d5am" }, { "title": "Murder in the First", "date": "Season 2 · 2015", "summary": "The city records 435 Broadway as a location for the second season of Murder in the First.", "source": "https://data.sfgov.org/Arts-Culture-and-Recreation/Film-Locations-in-San-Francisco/yitu-d5am" }, { "title": "Swing", "date": "2003", "summary": "The city’s film-location archive includes Broadway Studios at Broadway and Montgomery for Swing.", "source": "https://data.sfgov.org/Arts-Culture-and-Recreation/Film-Locations-in-San-Francisco/yitu-d5am" }, { "title": "Earlier film-production work", "date": "From our client archive", "summary": "Our archived client list also records Skeleton Woman movie production and Universal Studios movie-production work. The list does not specify the Universal title or production dates.", "source": "" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Is this a soundstage with guaranteed sound isolation?", "answer": "It is an event venue and filming location. Tell us how sensitive the recording is; we’ll review ambient sound and the proposed schedule before confirming suitability." }, { "question": "Is production parking or basecamp included?", "answer": "No parking or public-street use is promised with the room. Share vehicle sizes and arrival times so we can discuss practical options and the arrangements your production needs." }, { "question": "Can we arrange a location scout?", "answer": "Yes, after we’ve reviewed the scene, date window, crew footprint and budget fit. We’ll confirm a scout appointment by email." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/full-building-buyouts/", "title": "Full Building Buyouts", "description": "Explore a full-building buyout at 435 and 443 Broadway in San Francisco. Plan how the upstairs theatre and separate ground-floor venue work together for your event.", "introduction": "Explore a full-building buyout at 435 and 443 Broadway in San Francisco. Plan how the upstairs theatre and separate ground-floor venue work together for your event.", "formats": [ { "title": "A program & a reception", "description": "Discuss where guests arrive, where the main program happens and where conversations continue." }, { "title": "Two complementary experiences", "description": "Share the different activities you want to host and how people will move between them." }, { "title": "A private building-wide event", "description": "Start with the overall concept, schedule and staffing needs. We’ll review the scope room by room." } ], "history": [], "faqs": [ { "question": "Can we book the full building?", "answer": "A full building buyout is available. We’ll discuss the use of each floor with you." }, { "question": "Does a buyout make upstairs step-free?", "answer": "No. Upstairs remains stair access only. The separate ground-floor venue has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. We’ll discuss a plan that works for your guests without assuming access between floors." }, { "question": "Can both rooms share a live audio or video feed?", "answer": "Tell us what you want connected. We’ll review equipment, connectivity and operator needs before confirming a solution; simulcasting is not an automatic inclusion." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/fundraisers-galas/", "title": "Fundraisers & Galas", "description": "Host a benefit, fundraising dinner or community gala at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Shape the evening around your mission, guests and the moment you want them to share.", "introduction": "Host a benefit, fundraising dinner or community gala at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Shape the evening around your mission, guests and the moment you want them to share.", "formats": [ { "title": "Benefit performances", "description": "Build a program around music, comedy or a live presentation, with time for the cause." }, { "title": "Gala dinners", "description": "Plan tables, remarks and fundraising moments so guests can follow the whole evening." }, { "title": "Auctions & supporter receptions", "description": "Tell us about auction displays, check-in, donation activities and how guests will move through the room." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Jamestown Jam", "date": "May 4, 2001", "summary": "The Noe Valley Voice listed the fifth annual Jamestown Jam at Broadway Studios: a dance party benefiting the Jamestown Community Center.", "source": "https://www.noevalleyvoice.com/2001/May/Cal.html" }, { "title": "Benefits for national and local nonprofits", "date": "From our client archive", "summary": "Our archived client list identifies fundraising events for the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, American Red Cross and Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, alongside local community causes.", "source": "" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Are nonprofit discounts or donated space available?", "answer": "Tell us about your organization and the event budget. We’ll discuss what may be possible; discounts or donated services are not automatic." }, { "question": "Can we have an auction or fundraising appeal?", "answer": "Include it in the program and tell us about displays, microphones, payment stations or other needs. Your organization manages its fundraising and donor arrangements." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/holiday-parties/", "title": "Holiday Parties", "description": "Plan a company holiday party, year-end reception or New Year’s gathering at Broadway Studios. Start with your people, your date window and the kind of night you have in mind.", "introduction": "Plan a company holiday party, year-end reception or New Year’s gathering at Broadway Studios. Start with your people, your date window and the kind of night you have in mind.", "formats": [ { "title": "Company celebrations", "description": "Bring colleagues together for a reception, dinner, speeches or a night on the dance floor." }, { "title": "Year-end gatherings", "description": "Celebrate a team, community or circle of friends with a format that fits your guests." }, { "title": "New Year’s plans", "description": "Share the timing and your countdown ideas. We’ll review the production and operating plan together." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Summer Solstice Celebration", "date": "2010", "summary": "Entire Productions brought event-industry partners together at Broadway Studios for its Summer Solstice Celebration, with lighting and event-design collaborators.", "source": "https://entireproductions.com/summer-solstice-celebration-2010" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Can we plan a balloon drop or special effect?", "answer": "Share the idea before booking suppliers. Rigging, effects, installation and cleanup need a specific review and written scope; a historic event does not confirm current availability." }, { "question": "Do you have holiday packages?", "answer": "Room rental and full-service options are starting points. We’ll tailor the food, beverage, entertainment and staffing scope to your plans." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/private-dinners/", "title": "Private Dinners", "description": "Bring a private dinner, hosted reception or celebratory meal to Broadway Studios in North Beach. We’ll help you plan the room around the food, conversation and people.", "introduction": "Bring a private dinner, hosted reception or celebratory meal to Broadway Studios in North Beach. We’ll help you plan the room around the food, conversation and people.", "formats": [ { "title": "Seated dinners", "description": "Share the guest count, service style and whether the evening includes a presentation or entertainment." }, { "title": "Client & partner meals", "description": "Tell us how formal the occasion should feel and whether guests need space to mingle before sitting down." }, { "title": "Celebrations around a table", "description": "Bring the birthday, reunion or milestone. We’ll discuss how dinner fits into the rest of the night." } ], "history": [], "faqs": [ { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?", "answer": "Include the dietary needs you know about. We’ll confirm what the selected catering arrangement can provide before promising a menu." }, { "question": "What is included in a dinner quote?", "answer": "We’ll identify room rental, food and beverage, staffing, rentals and applicable charges separately so you can review the whole scope." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/weddings-receptions/", "title": "Weddings & Receptions", "description": "Plan a wedding reception or celebration at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Bring your guest list, a few ideas and the atmosphere you want; we’ll work through the details with you.", "introduction": "Plan a wedding reception or celebration at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Bring your guest list, a few ideas and the atmosphere you want; we’ll work through the details with you.", "formats": [ { "title": "Dinner & toasts", "description": "Start with your guest count, meal style and the moments you want everyone to share." }, { "title": "Dancing & celebration", "description": "Leave room for the music and the party. We’ll discuss the transition from tables to dancing." }, { "title": "A ceremony in the same plan", "description": "If you want to include a ceremony, tell us the sequence and timing so we can review the setup and room change." } ], "history": [], "faqs": [ { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Can we use our own caterer or planner?", "answer": "Tell us who you’re working with and what they need. We’ll confirm vendor arrangements, catering access and any associated costs before you commit." }, { "question": "Are tables, chairs and decor included?", "answer": "Inclusions depend on the package and current inventory. Share your layout and style; we’ll confirm quantities, rentals and setup responsibilities in the proposal." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/conferences/", "title": "Conferences & Summits", "description": "Bring a conference, summit or panel series to a historic North Beach theatre. Plan around your speakers, audience and agenda, with space options discussed from the start.", "introduction": "Bring a conference, summit or panel series to a historic North Beach theatre. Plan around your speakers, audience and agenda, with space options discussed from the start.", "formats": [ { "title": "Keynotes & panels", "description": "Map the stage, audience sightlines, speaker changes and time between sessions." }, { "title": "Demos & pitch sessions", "description": "Tell us about presentation formats, product demonstrations and judging or audience participation." }, { "title": "Conference-adjacent gatherings", "description": "Host a focused conversation or reception around a larger city event. Share your date window early." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Agentic AI Summit", "date": "September 23–24, 2024", "summary": "Aiify.io listed Broadway Studios as the venue for its two-day summit. Its separate hackathon took place at Digital Garage.", "source": "https://aiify.io/events/agentic-summit/" }, { "title": "SF HealthTech Summit", "date": "January 10, 2025", "summary": "Fetch.ai’s event archive lists the SF HealthTech Summit at Broadway Studios, 435 Broadway.", "source": "https://innovationlab.fetch.ai/events" }, { "title": "Microsoft Xbox seminar", "date": "From our client archive", "summary": "Our archived client list records a Microsoft Xbox seminar at Broadway Studios, part of the venue’s history of bringing technology teams and audiences together.", "source": "" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Can we stream sessions or provide dedicated internet?", "answer": "Tell us your platform, number of connected devices and technical requirements. We’ll check current connectivity, equipment and staffing before confirming a solution. A previous tech event is not a bandwidth guarantee." }, { "question": "Can we book the full building?", "answer": "A full building buyout is available. We’ll discuss the use of each floor with you." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/product-launches/", "title": "Product Launches & Brand Activations", "description": "Introduce a product, bring a brand to life or put a demo in people’s hands at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Start with the experience you want to create.", "introduction": "Introduce a product, bring a brand to life or put a demo in people’s hands at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Start with the experience you want to create.", "formats": [ { "title": "Hands-on demonstrations", "description": "Tell us what guests will try, how much space each station needs and how they’ll move between demos." }, { "title": "Press & partner previews", "description": "Plan the arrival, presentation and conversation around the people you want in the room." }, { "title": "Reveals & launch celebrations", "description": "Share your reveal moment, branding ideas and reception plan so we can discuss the right layout." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Xbox One · Area One", "date": "November 2013", "summary": "A hands-on Xbox One event brought gaming stations and guests into the theatre ahead of the console’s launch. Microsoft’s event announcement names Broadway Studios as the San Francisco venue.", "source": "https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2013/11/12/heading-to-las-vegas-oklahoma-city-and-san-francisco-this-week/" }, { "title": "Stylematic launch & fashion show", "date": "February 18, 2014", "summary": "A fashion-tech launch brought a runway show, designers and guests to Broadway Studios. The event recap records the address and the evening’s combination of presentations, music and celebration.", "source": "https://www.fafafoom.com/san-francisco-bay-area-scenes/stylematic-app-launch-party-recap/" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "Can we bring branded installations or demo stations?", "answer": "Tell us the dimensions, power needs and how each piece is installed. We’ll review the layout and load-in before confirming what works; street frontage and nearby parking are not included staging areas." }, { "question": "How many people can the rooms accommodate?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Is technology or production support included?", "answer": "House systems and operators have different scopes. Share your rider, connectivity needs and demo requirements; we’ll confirm the current equipment and services in the proposal." }, { "question": "Which space has step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "Can we see the space first?", "answer": "Start with your event idea, date window, guest count and budget. Once we’ve discussed the fit, we can arrange a walkthrough by email." } ] }, { "url": "https://broadwaystudios.com/corporate-events/", "title": "Corporate events", "description": "Plan a corporate gathering, conference or product launch at Broadway Studios in San Francisco. Explore real event history, starting rates and a simple inquiry form.", "introduction": "Bring your team, clients or community together in a historic North Beach theatre. Tell us your idea. We’ll help you make a plan.", "formats": [ { "title": "Conferences & conversations", "description": "Put your speakers and ideas on stage. Tell us about your agenda, audience and production needs." }, { "title": "Launches & brand experiences", "description": "Build a gathering around what you’re introducing. Share your activation, demo or reveal with us." }, { "title": "Team celebrations & receptions", "description": "Bring people together beyond the meeting room. Start with the feeling you want your guests to leave with." } ], "history": [ { "title": "Xbox One · Area One", "date": "November 2013", "summary": "A hands-on Xbox One event brought gaming stations and guests into the theatre ahead of the console’s launch. Microsoft’s event announcement names Broadway Studios as the San Francisco venue.", "source": "https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2013/11/12/heading-to-las-vegas-oklahoma-city-and-san-francisco-this-week/" }, { "title": "Agentic AI Summit", "date": "September 23–24, 2024", "summary": "Aiify.io listed Broadway Studios as the venue for its two-day summit. Its separate hackathon took place at Digital Garage.", "source": "https://aiify.io/events/agentic-summit/" }, { "title": "SF HealthTech Summit", "date": "January 10, 2025", "summary": "Fetch.ai’s event archive lists the SF HealthTech Summit at Broadway Studios, 435 Broadway.", "source": "https://innovationlab.fetch.ai/events" } ], "faqs": [ { "question": "How many guests can we host?", "answer": "Upstairs: 450 standing, 400 theatre, 300 banquet. Ground floor: 300 standing, 100 classroom, 50 U-shaped lounge. Property: 12,000 sq. ft. Confirm the event layout." }, { "question": "Can we book both floors?", "answer": "A full building buyout is available. We’ll discuss the use of each floor with you." }, { "question": "Which space works for guests who need step-free access?", "answer": "The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+. Upstairs at 435 Broadway is reached by stairs. There is no step-free route or elevator to the upstairs venue." }, { "question": "Can guests under 21 attend?", "answer": "On Broadway, upstairs at 435 Broadway, welcomes all ages. The Mab, the separate ground-floor venue at 443 Broadway, has step-free wheelchair access and is 21+." }, { "question": "What if we don’t have a date or budget yet?", "answer": "That’s fine. Start with your idea, name and email. You can leave dates, guest count and budget open, and we’ll work through them with you." }, { "question": "Can we schedule a walkthrough?", "answer": "Yes, once we’ve discussed your event, date window, guest count and budget fit. We’ll confirm a time with you by email." }, { "question": "How should guests plan their arrival?", "answer": "We’re at 435 and 443 Broadway in San Francisco’s North Beach. Your booking confirmation will specify the entrance. See our Parking & Directions page for arrival information." } ] } ], "starting_rates": [ { "title": "On Broadway — Weekday", "amount": 4500, "currency": "USD", "unit": "flat", "category": "room", "room": "onbroadway", "day_type": "weekday", "scope": "", "source": "https://broadwaystudios.com/book/#rates" }, { "title": "On Broadway — Friday/Saturday", "amount": 7500, "currency": "USD", "unit": "flat", "category": "room", "room": "onbroadway", "day_type": "weekend", "scope": "", "source": "https://broadwaystudios.com/book/#rates" }, { "title": "Full building — Weekday", "amount": 7500, "currency": "USD", "unit": "flat", "category": "room", "room": "full", "day_type": "weekday", "scope": "", "source": "https://broadwaystudios.com/book/#rates" }, { "title": "Full building — Friday/Saturday", "amount": 11500, "currency": "USD", "unit": "flat", "category": "room", "room": "full", "day_type": "weekend", "scope": "", "source": "https://broadwaystudios.com/book/#rates" }, { "title": "The Mab — Weekday", "amount": 3500, "currency": "USD", "unit": "flat", "category": "room", "room": "mab", "day_type": "weekday", "scope": "", "source": "https://broadwaystudios.com/book/#rates" }, { "title": "The Mab — Friday/Saturday", "amount": 5500, "currency": "USD", "unit": "flat", "category": "room", "room": "mab", "day_type": "weekend", "scope": "", "source": "https://broadwaystudios.com/book/#rates" }, { "title": "Full-service event — On Broadway", "amount": 15000, "currency": "USD", "unit": "minimum_spend", "category": "full_service", "room": "onbroadway", "day_type": "any", "scope": "Exclusive use, extended window, catering, bar, production and staffing scoped to your event; 20% service charge on food and beverage.", "source": "https://broadwaystudios.com/book/#rates" }, { "title": "Full-service event — Full building", "amount": 25000, "currency": "USD", "unit": "minimum_spend", "category": "full_service", "room": "full", "day_type": "any", "scope": "Both floors and two stages, with catering, bar, production and staffing scoped to your event; 20% service charge on food and beverage.", "source": "https://broadwaystudios.com/book/#rates" } ] }