Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater
Venue Description
Along the scenic southwest waterfront stands the Mead Center for American Theater, which offers a blend of breathtaking views and stunning architecture. Enclosed by a towering glass curtain, the center holds two historic theaters, the new Kogod Cradle, and 15,000 square feet of flexible event spaces. The Molly Smith Study, Lower Lobby, and Rooftop Terrace can be rented for private events year-round. The Grand Lobby and Café are available for daytime use and on nights when there are no performances.
Buzz
The Mead Center for American Theater offers a dramatic setting and unique blend of breathtaking views, stunning architecture, theatrical history, and world-class hospitality.
Memorable Moments
Home to the innovative work of Arena Stage, the Mead Center is a dramatic setting for any event. The Center hosted the 2011 BET Honors Awards Dinner, 2012’s Young and the Guest List, and it will host the Peace Ball this year.
Clients
BET, Greater Washington Board of Trade, Georgetown University, David Stark, Andre Wells, DC Parks and Recreation, Food and Friends, Washington Life, South African Embassy, Leadership Greater Washington
Awards
10 best recent buildings in D.C. by the Urban Land Institute; 2011 National Design Exchange Award (bronze) for The Mead Center and Bing Thom Architects; 2012 NACE D.C. Best Team Event
Partners
Ridgewells, Design Cuisine, Fresh Start Catering, Market Salamander, Atlantic Valet, Atmosphere, Drape Kings
Affiliations
Special Event Sites Marketing Alliances, International Special Events Society, National Association of Catering Executives, Southwest Waterfront Association
Buzz
The Mead Center for American Theater offers a dramatic setting and unique blend of breathtaking views, stunning architecture, theatrical history, and world-class hospitality.
Memorable Moments
Home to the innovative work of Arena Stage, the Mead Center is a dramatic setting for any event. The Center hosted the 2011 BET Honors Awards Dinner, 2012’s Young and the Guest List, and it will host the Peace Ball this year.
Clients
BET, Greater Washington Board of Trade, Georgetown University, David Stark, Andre Wells, DC Parks and Recreation, Food and Friends, Washington Life, South African Embassy, Leadership Greater Washington
Awards
10 best recent buildings in D.C. by the Urban Land Institute; 2011 National Design Exchange Award (bronze) for The Mead Center and Bing Thom Architects; 2012 NACE D.C. Best Team Event
Partners
Ridgewells, Design Cuisine, Fresh Start Catering, Market Salamander, Atlantic Valet, Atmosphere, Drape Kings
Affiliations
Special Event Sites Marketing Alliances, International Special Events Society, National Association of Catering Executives, Southwest Waterfront Association
Spaces
Bank of America Lower Lobby
Area: 1400
Min. capacity: 45
Max. capacity (standing): 125
Max. capacity (seated): 60
Catwalk Café
Area: 3300
Min. capacity: 188
Max. capacity (standing): 400
Max. capacity (seated): 250
Education Classroom
Area: 900
Max. capacity (standing): 75
Max. capacity (seated): 40
Entire Mead Center
Area: 14300
Min. capacity: 375
Max. capacity (standing): 1800
Max. capacity (seated): 500
Fichandler Stage
Area: 1080
Min. capacity: 512
Max. capacity (standing): 683
Max. capacity (seated): 683
Grand Lobby
Area: 3600
Min. capacity: 210
Max. capacity (standing): 500
Max. capacity (seated): 280
Kogod Cradle
Area: 1100
Min. capacity: 75
Max. capacity (standing): 200
Max. capacity (seated): 100
Kreeger Theater
Area: 1250
Min. capacity: 386
Max. capacity (standing): 514
Max. capacity (seated): 514
Molly Smith Study
Area: 2500
Min. capacity: 150
Max. capacity (standing): 225
Max. capacity (seated): 200
Rehearsal Halls
Area: 1200
Max. capacity (standing): 90
Max. capacity (seated): 50
Rooftop Terrace
Area: 3500
Min. capacity: 150
Max. capacity (standing): 200
Markets
Washington, D.C.
Categories
Address
1101 6th St. SW
20024
Washington, DC
