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Rentals

 

Sitar Arts Center invites you to explore our two thoughtfully designed, mission-driven locations in the vibrant heart of Adams Morgan, Washington, DC. With over 17,000 square feet of flexible, state-of-the-art rental space across our main facility (1700 Kalorama Rd NW) and our new expansion, Sitar Next Door (1724 Kalorama Rd NW), we offer ideal venues for performances, creative workshops, professional meetings, focused rehearsals, and impactful community events. 

Whether you’re a nonprofit hosting a crucial seminar, an individual artist preparing for a major rehearsal, a local business offering essential training, or a student organizing a vibrant performance, our affordable, inspiring rental spaces in Washington, DC are perfectly designed to meet your diverse needs. By choosing Sitar Arts Center, you’re not just securing a premier venue; you’re also directly contributing to affordable, high-quality arts education for DC youth. 

Our Featured Rental Spaces 

Discover the wide range of spaces available at Sitar Arts Center, each offering unique features and amenities to ensure your event’s success.  

Performance & Event Spaces 
Create unforgettable moments in our professionally equipped performance venues in Washington, DC, ideal for intimate productions, significant gatherings, and impactful presentations. Learn More > 
 
  • deLaski Theater: Our premier performance space, ideal for plays, recitals, lectures, community events, and workshops. Features professional lighting and sound capabilities. 
  • Flexible Theater: A truly flexible and intimate space, perfect for rehearsals, experimental performances, small productions, and adaptable presentations. 
  • Reception Area: Inviting open spaces perfect for guest registration, pre-event mingling, intermissions, or small receptions. 
Creative & Art Studios 
Designed specifically with artists and educators in mind, our creative studio rentals support a vast variety of disciplines and artistic activities. Learn More > 

  • Dance Studio: Features a professional-grade sprung floor, ensuring safe and effective movement for all dance styles, rehearsals, and classes. 
  • Movement Studio: Perfect for yoga, wellness classes, Pilates, or any movement-based programs requiring open, adaptable space. 
  • Art Studios: Two spacious, light-filled studios ideal for painting, drawing, sculpture, visual arts workshops, and collaborative art projects.
  • Arts & Education Learning Labs: Three adaptable classrooms perfectly suited for creative instruction, professional development seminars, or engaging STEAM programming. 
  • Practice Rooms: Private, acoustically treated spaces ideal for individual or small group music practice, vocal lessons, or instrumental coaching. 
  • Film Studio: A versatile space equipped for filming, video production, photography shoots, and media-based storytelling projects. 
  • Recording Studio: Our soundproofed and professionally equipped studio is ideal for music recording, podcast production, voiceover work, and high-quality audio mixing. 
  • Darkroom: A fully functioning black-and-white darkroom, complete with all necessary equipment for traditional film photography and print development. 
  • Multimedia Lab: A digital lab outfitted with industry-standard software for graphic design, animation, video editing, and digital art creation. 
  • Music Rooms: Multiple acoustically treated rooms designed specifically for private music lessons, small ensemble rehearsals, and dedicated music exploration. 
Office and Meeting Space 
Host your next meeting, training session, or planning retreat in our comfortable and functional office and meeting space rentals. Learn More >  
  • Conference Room: A polished, professional setting for impactful business meetings, presentations, leadership retreats, or board meetings. 
  • Additional Office and Meeting Space: Several flexible rooms available for breakout groups, collaborative work sessions, private consultations, or focused educational programming. 

Flexible Pricing & Community Impact 

At Sitar Arts Center, we believe that access to high-quality creative and event space should be affordable and equitable for everyone in our community. Our pricing structure is flexible and thoughtfully tailored to serve a range of users, including nonprofits, individual artists, businesses, and Sitar students and alumni. We encourage you to reach out for a personalized quote that precisely meets your unique needs and budgetary considerations. 

By renting a space at Sitar Arts Center, you’re doing more than securing a room for your event in DC—you’re making a tangible difference. Every dollar you spend directly supports affordable, high-quality arts education and career training for DC youth, equipping them with the essential tools to achieve their full potential and thrive through the transformative power of the arts. Your rental helps us build a stronger, more creative community. 

Ready to Reserve Your Space and Make an Impact? 

Let us help you find the perfect rental space for your next event, performance, or creative gathering. We look forward to partnering with you! 

Frequently Asked Questions About Sitar Arts Center Rentals 

Can I visit Sitar Arts Center before booking a rental?  >

Yes! We encourage you to experience our facilities firsthand. We’re happy to give you a tour of either of our Washington D.C. locations. Please contact us to schedule a visit at your convenience. 

Is Sitar Arts Center available for evening or weekend rentals?  >

Yes, we offer evening and weekend availability to accommodate a wide range of schedules. Please provide us with your desired dates and times, and we will confirm what’s possible for your event or project. 

Is there parking available at Sitar Arts Center?   >

Street parking is available in the vibrant Adams Morgan neighborhood surrounding our facilities. Additionally, Sitar Arts Center is conveniently located and easily accessible via Metro and Metrobus.