Concert / performance / literary Event Rentals
CONCERT / PERFORMANCE / LITERARY EVENT RENTALS
Due to a special, long-standing relationship with Toronto’s arts community, all arts-based rentals receive a discounted rental rate. The Heliconian Club, which has been based out of Heliconian Hall for over 100 years, is committed to providing reasonably priced space for the performing arts, both for performance and rehearsal purposes.
The arts-based booking rate ranges from $341.25 plus HST to $630.00 plus HST. Rates vary by day of the week, month, and time of day. Rental staff always attempts to keep the cost down for clients by suggesting varied times so it is beneficial for potential renters to be flexible. Because of this arrangement, there are no additional discounts available for students or charitable organizations. Special exceptions are made for serial bookings of four or more events (for example, a concert series) and successful applicants to our Rental Sponsorship Outreach Program (click here for details). All artistic bookings are subject to a $10 Capital Improvement Fee per event that the Club places in a reserve fund for repairs that benefit Hall users, audiences and renters.
The basic arts event rental package includes the following:
The rental includes:
For information about pertinent alcohol regulations, please refer to the Rental Policies document.
Due to a special, long-standing relationship with Toronto’s arts community, all arts-based rentals receive a discounted rental rate. The Heliconian Club, which has been based out of Heliconian Hall for over 100 years, is committed to providing reasonably priced space for the performing arts, both for performance and rehearsal purposes.
The arts-based booking rate ranges from $341.25 plus HST to $630.00 plus HST. Rates vary by day of the week, month, and time of day. Rental staff always attempts to keep the cost down for clients by suggesting varied times so it is beneficial for potential renters to be flexible. Because of this arrangement, there are no additional discounts available for students or charitable organizations. Special exceptions are made for serial bookings of four or more events (for example, a concert series) and successful applicants to our Rental Sponsorship Outreach Program (click here for details). All artistic bookings are subject to a $10 Capital Improvement Fee per event that the Club places in a reserve fund for repairs that benefit Hall users, audiences and renters.
The basic arts event rental package includes the following:
- four hours on the day of the event, from access to exit, including setup, reception and cleanup time
- additional hours are available for $105 per hour
- two complimentary hours of weekday, daytime rehearsal (Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm) within two weeks of the event, subject to Hall availability, and usually booked no more than two weeks in advance of the rehearsal time
- additional rehearsal time is available ($55 per hour weekdays; $80 per hour evenings and weekends).
The rental includes:
- use of the Steinway grand piano, tuned monthly. Tunings specifically for your event are available at cost ($180 plus HST), but must be booked in advance
- use of the lighting system, though if any cues other than on and off are wanted, someone from the event will need to operate the board, as staff is not provided for that
- use of the kitchen. For information on what kitchen amenities are included, please see the Facility Details page
- use of the boardroom which can be used as a green room for performers, or for a reception after the event or during intermission.
For information about pertinent alcohol regulations, please refer to the Rental Policies document.
REHEARSAL RENTALs
The Hall is available to rent for rehearsals, including use of the Steinway piano, within two weeks of the date of the rehearsal due to shifting Hall usage demands. If you would like to rent further in advance for rehearsals, the full concert rental rate applies.
The rehearsal rate for Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm is $55 per hour, plus HST, with a minimum of three hours.
Evenings, weekends and holiday rehearsal rate is $80 per hour, plus HST, with a minimum of three hours. The charge is from access to exit from the building, including set-up and warm-up. Unfortunately, we are unable to commit to booking ongoing rehearsal times (e.g. every Friday from noon to 2 pm).
The rehearsal rate for Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm is $55 per hour, plus HST, with a minimum of three hours.
Evenings, weekends and holiday rehearsal rate is $80 per hour, plus HST, with a minimum of three hours. The charge is from access to exit from the building, including set-up and warm-up. Unfortunately, we are unable to commit to booking ongoing rehearsal times (e.g. every Friday from noon to 2 pm).
RECORDING RENTALS
Hourly recording time is available in the Hall, including use of the Steinway piano, within two weeks of the date of the recording. If you would like to rent further in advance, the full concert rental rate applies.
The recording rate for Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm is $55 per hour, plus HST, with a minimum of three hours.
Evenings, weekends and holiday rehearsal rate is $80 per hour, plus HST, with a minimum of three hours. The charge is from access to exit from the building, including set-up and warm-up. Recording equipment and technician are not provided.
The recording rate for Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm is $55 per hour, plus HST, with a minimum of three hours.
Evenings, weekends and holiday rehearsal rate is $80 per hour, plus HST, with a minimum of three hours. The charge is from access to exit from the building, including set-up and warm-up. Recording equipment and technician are not provided.
ARTISTIC FUNDRAISER AND AWARD CEREMONY RENTALS
Fundraisers and award ceremonies for arts organizations can often take forms that are less like a performance and more like a party. For these events, regulations for Non-arts-based events apply. If the funds raised are to benefit an artistic non-profit organization, or the awards are in recognition of artistic endeavours, the discounted artistic event rates still apply.
visual ART EXHIBIT policies
The walls are not available for exhibiting artwork during a rental.
The visual artists of the Heliconian Club have exclusive use of the walls; art exhibits are changed every two months. Renters are not permitted to remove the art that is hanging on the walls. If necessary, artwork can be covered by full pipe and drape method. Renters may bring artworks into the space and display it on easels during their rental period.
The visual artists of the Heliconian Club have exclusive use of the walls; art exhibits are changed every two months. Renters are not permitted to remove the art that is hanging on the walls. If necessary, artwork can be covered by full pipe and drape method. Renters may bring artworks into the space and display it on easels during their rental period.
FILMING policies for RENTALs
Filming is allowed of the stage area and other rooms of the building where artwork is not displayed. To film the stage area, the rental rate is the same as for recording rentals. For information on larger filming projects, please contact Hall staff.
General filming of the event that shows the Club’s members’ artwork in the background is not permitted due to copyright issues.
General filming of the event that shows the Club’s members’ artwork in the background is not permitted due to copyright issues.
CRAFT SERVICEs
The venue can be rented for craft services, operating as a central location for make-up and wardrobe rooms for film projects in the Yorkville area. Rates vary depending on the day of the week, and time of day. Please contact Hall staff for a quote for your project.
