RESERVATIONS: REYNOLDS INDUSTRIES THEATER

RJ Reynolds Industries Theater

 
Reynolds Industries Theater is a midsized proscenium house with a dramatic stadium slope seating 609.

Reynolds Theater is located inside of the Bryan University Student Center on West Campus. As you exit the Bryan Center parking lot, from the second level, the Bryan Center on is the building to your right. Reynolds Theater is on the upper level, directly behind the Duke University Box Office in this building. The Box Office for this venue functions as both the main ticketing office and the venue box office. For performances, the Box Office opens one hour prior to performances taking place in Reynolds Theater. The University Box Office is also open Tuesday - Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

CAPACITY

609 seats
An additional 34 seats available in the orchestra pit area can be added depending on event needs, bringing the total to 643 seats. 


SCHEDULING POLICY

Theater venues are scheduled by the Duke Venue and Production Management Team. Scheduling priority is given to University departments, programming, and student organizations. The process for Duke organizations begins one year in advance in October. Theaters are scheduled following a policy sensitive to the unique needs the spaces offers to major users in arts focused productions. Non-Duke organizations may request dates in April for Fall dates, and in October for spring dates.


RESERVATIONS

Requests for dates can be requestedvia email or by phone.
Phone: 919-660-1701
Email: venues@duke.edu


TICKETING

All ticketing is handled exclusively by the Duke University Box Office.
Phone: 919-684-4444
Email: tickets@duke.edu


SPECIFICATIONS AND EQUIPMENT

The Reynolds stage floor is a masonite floor. A sprung wooden dance floor and marley are available, additional charges apply. 

The orchestra pit is a hydraulic lift. The pit can be at the stage level, serving as an apron; the audience level for additional seating; or lowered to accommodate an orchestra.  

Please email venues@duke.edu to request a Reynolds Theater rider and technical documents.


STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

This facility requires a minimum of three Duke production technicians to be onsite at all times for most events. For events with an audience present additional Audience Services staff will be provided.

The minimum number of event and production staff is dependent upon the scope of each event and is determined by the venue management.

Production staff is charged at an hourly rate of $33.50, subject to overtime.
Audience Services staff for Reynolds Theater $200 per event and includes house management, ushers, and box office staff as appropriate.

Please note, events lasting more than four hours are subject to additional fees. Event security or additional event staff is required for your event, it is charged at market rate from our vendors. All staffing must be approved by and is at the discretion of venue management.


SPACE USE FEES

Events sponsored by Duke Departments or officially-recognized Duke Student Organizations incur charges based on time and materials utilized to facilitate the event. Typical charges include Production staff labor, equipment, and Ticketing and Audience services Fees (if applicable). Duke entities do not incur charges for use of the venue.

External organizations incur charges based on time and materials utilized to facilitate the event, plus a Venue Use Fee. Typical charges include Production staff labor, equipment, and Ticketing and Audience services Fees (if applicable). A daily rental charge for the venue is also charged to non-Duke organizations. Reynolds Theater is charged at a daily rate of $500 for rehearsal dates and $700 for performance dates. Non-Duke organizations are required to provide proof of insurance, as well as a deposit of up to 75% of the Event Estimate to secure the space.

Itemized estimates of costs can be provided. Cancellation fees may also apply.


DRESSING ROOMS

Dressing rooms are located off-stage right on the first and third floors. Dressing Rooms are fully accessible and can be reached from stage level via stairs or elevator. Dressing rooms include three chorus rooms and four smaller dressing rooms, all with showers, restroom facilities, and wardrobe racks. In addition, there is a makeup ready room (with no shower) on the third floor. Dressing rooms will be assigned by Theatre Operations staff based on event needs.


PARKING

Parking is available in the Bryan Center Parking Garage IV (PG4) and in the upper level ground metered lot, at an hourly rate of $2/hour.

Parking arrangements for your event can be made with consultation with Duke Parking and Transportation Services. It is advisable to discuss parking for performers in addition to your audience. Event parking may be arranged in advance for a flat fee with at least three weeks' notice to Duke Parking and Transportation Services.


ACCESSIBILITY

The venue is steeply raked and theater seating is accessible only by stairs in all but Row V of the venue. Designated accessible seating for wheelchairs is located the rear of the auditorium. In addition, there are select aisle seats throughout the auditorium with one adjustable armrest. This facility is fully accessible, including the dressing rooms, backstage areas, the lobby, and the restrooms. If you anticipate needing further accommodations, please consult venue staff in advance of your event.