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Rent the Alhecama Theatre

The Alhecama Theatre is a part of El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park located in downtown Santa Barbara. SBTHP recently completed the restoration of this special facility, which has had continuous community use since its construction as the Pueblo Theatre in 1925. The beautiful interior, with its recently restored original oak floors, stage, and a mural by American artist Ross Dickenson, is an ideal location for weddings, lectures, social gatherings, and theatre events. 

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Built for the Santa Barbara School of the Arts, the Alhecama Theatre was originally used for drama, music, and dance classes. Alice Schott purchased the theatre in 1939 when the school struggled due to the Great Depression. She renamed it the Alhecama after her daughters Alice, Helen, Catherine, and Mary Lou. Schott deeded the school property to the City of Santa Barbara School District in 1945 and it was used jointly by the Adult Education program and Santa Barbara Junior College, later renamed Santa Barbara City College, for many years.  It was purchased by the State of California in 1982 to become part of El Presidio SHP.

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CAPACITY

140 people

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VENUE INFORMATION

Interior dimensions

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RENTAL RATE

PERFORMANCES, REHEARSALS, LECTURES, & MEETINGS

$1,500.00  -  Ten (10) hour rental (please email us for multiple-day rates)

$1,000.00  -  Refundable security deposit    

$150.00  -  Cleaning fee

$250.00  -  Key deposit**

** if necessary for rental

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RENTAL RATE

CELEBRATIONS, PARTIES, RECEPTIONS, & WEDDINGS

$2,500.00  -  Ten (10) hour rental ($200 per hour for additional hours)

$1,000.00  -  Refundable security deposit

$150.00  -  Cleaning fee

$250.00  -  Key deposit**

** if necessary for rental

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Non-profit and co-sponsorship rates are available. Email us for more information.

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OPTIONAL FEES

$300.00  -  Table & chair set-up

$200.00  -  Chair set-up

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HOW TO RENT THE ALHECAMA THEATRE

1. Check availability and either send an email or fill out the Rentals Inquiry Form

2. Review the rental agreement and fees associated with renting the Alhecama Theatre

3. Return rental agreement reservation form with a $500 non-refundable deposit

4. Return rental/fee balance, security deposit, and proof of insurance at least 60 days before your event.

 

Forms and payments may be submitted in person, by mail, or online >>

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ATTN: Director of Event Rentals

Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation (SBTHP)

123 East Canon Perdido Street

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

 

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The Alhecama Theatre is located at 215 A East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, California

© 2024 Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation. All rights reserved. SBTHP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

123 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101-2215

(805) 965-0093

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