The Buskirk-Chumley Theater is a renovated, historic vaudeville and movie house that was built in 1922.  Restored to its previous grandeur by the Bloomington Area Arts Council with widespread community support, the theater is now managed by the private, non-profit organization, BCT Management, Inc.  See photos

Located in the heart of downtown Bloomington, the theater is an ideal space to present music, theater, dance and variety performances.  The beautiful interior and comfortable seating make it an ideal venue to hold fundraising or gala events.  Perfect for corporate presentations, the theater’s ambiance adds history and culture to your company’s image.  

BCT Management offers technical assistance in the planning and execution of your event through the professional staff of the theater and regular announcements to the media regarding upcoming events. To learn more about our lighting inventory click here. (pdf) To learn more about our sound system click here. (pdf)

 STAGE DIMENSIONS

SEATING CAPACITY    

RESERVING THE THEATER
The theater is available for private or public events. To rent the Theater contact Danielle McClelland  (see contact info above.) The theater can be placed on “hold” for your event for no more than 14 days.  After this time, the date must be secured with a signed contract and a minimum $200/day non-refundable deposit, or it will be released.

PRIVATE WEEKDAY EVENTS
Private events may be scheduled from Monday – Thursday from 8am to 5pm. Private events are not ticketed and are not open to the public. Such events may include weddings, private receptions or conferences. A $100/day non-refundable deposit is required to secure a reserved date. Labor will be charged in addition.

Labor Costs – The Buskirk-Chumley Theater is a Union-operated facility. All of our technical staff are members of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artist and Allied Craft Union of the United States and Canada, Local #618.

 

• At least one union technician will be with you in the theater at all times
• A minimum labor call for one technician consists of:
   • 4 hrs General Stagehand time
   • 3 hrs General Stagehand overtime
   • Performance Fee
• Renters are charged the current labor rate at the time of their event

Labor Rates: Effective October 2006-September 2007

ADDITIONAL SERVICES & EQUIPMENT

To learn more about our lighting inventory click here. (pdf)
To learn more about our sound system click here. (pdf)


TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE

Competitive Events
Lessee is responsible for ascertaining the market viability of their event. BCT Management, Inc. does not keep record of other scheduled events in the community.

Stage Labor
It is understood and agreed that management for some events will use non-union or voluntary stagehands in addition to the required one (1) Union Technician. The Lessee and the Technical Director and/or union representative will discuss the number of union hands and volunteer hands that will be needed on an event by event basis. It is understood that in all cases when union labor is involved, all parties will abide by the contract between the Buskirk-Chumley Theater and IATSE Local #618.

Sound and Lighting System
If sound or lighting equipment is carried by the performance company, the Technical Director, after consultation with representatives of the company, may permit use of the company’s equipment in conjunction with the house system.

Complimentary Tickets
BCT Management, Inc. will be provided 10 complimentary tickets to any event presented at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, as “house seats.” Lessee is also encouraged to provide complimentary tickets to approved members of the press. Distribution and management of press tickets shall be made by the Lessee.

Merchandise Fee
BCT Management, Inc. requires a 10% merchandising fee. Lessee is responsible for communicating this agreement to any talent, including the House Manager in any settlement of merchandise with the talent, and remitting said fee the day of performance.

House Management
BCT Management, Inc. provides a House Manager to supervise the ushers and decorum in the Theater. Lessee agrees to provide seven (7) volunteers for ticket taking and ushering for general admission shows and ten (10) volunteers for assigned seating shows. The House Manager shall train all volunteers, and they shall be allowed to watch the performance free of admission charge, once their duties are completed. If Lessee is unable to provide volunteers per the above, BCT Management, Inc., will provide volunteers at an extra charge.

Copyright
Securing and payment for performing rights is the responsibility of Lessee. Lessee shall furnish to the Theater Director, documented evidence of said rights not less than three weeks prior to the scheduled date of performance.

Failure to provide such evidence may result in cancellation of agreement to provide said facilities with no penalty to BCT Management, Inc.

Lessee agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BCT Management, Inc., its Board of Directors, and employees against any and all claims, demands, or suits that may be made or brought against them with respect to the performance of any material performed during the above engagement.

Insurance and Taxes
During the engagement, the Lessee agrees to carry and maintain the following insurance:

A. Workmen’s Compensation and Disability Insurance covering Lessee’s employees, and all other employees for which the Lessee becomes responsible as stated in Lessee’s contract with the Attraction being presented, and to require independent contractors engaged by or on personal property contained therein to carry and maintain Workmen’s Compensation insurance covering their employees.

B. Lessee agrees to be solely responsible for all sums payable for Social Security, Unemployment Insurance, Disability Benefits and other charges in connection with Lessee’s employees.

Indemnity
By signing this Lease, the Lessee represents and agrees as follows:

A. That the individual signing the Lease on behalf of the Lessee has been duly authorized by the Lessee to do so and bind the Lessee to the terms and conditions of the Lease.

B. That Lessee agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BCT Management, Inc., Indiana Theatre, L.P., the Bloomington Area Arts Council, the City of Bloomington, and their respective employees, agents, representatives, successors and assigns (the “Indemnified Parties”) from and against all claims, demands, losses and other liabilities to any person or property resulting from or in any way connected with use and occupancy of, or attendance at, the Buskirk-Chumley Theater and/or use of equipment owned or controlled by the Indemnified Parties, and/or equipment owned or controlled by the Lessee.

Damage Caused by Lessee
It is agreed that should any damage be caused by Lessee or its staff to the Buskirk-Chumley Theater or equipment, Lessee will be responsible for the payment of the cost of any repairs or replacement required, and it is further understood that Lessor will furnish Lessee with a detailed statement, no later than sixty (60) days following engagement of all such damages and cost of repair, normal wear and tear excepted, provided said damage is reported to Lessee’s representative and proof of responsibility is established no later than engagement date. It is further agreed and understood that the Lessee will pay on demand for any loss or damage to any equipment belonging to or controlled by talent brought in by the Lessee.

Access and Theater Aisles
Standing room is not available and is not permitted in the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. All crosswalks, aisles, corridors, and entries/exits must be kept clear in the event of an emergency. This includes, but is not limited to, all cameras and tripods, video and film equipment, production equipment, production scenery, production props, production lighting, wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, strollers and baby carriages. All media must be authorized, in writing, by BCT Management, Inc., and must be in an authorized location or in a pre-arranged seat as provided by the Lessee. All handicap equipment may be stored with an usher. No portions of the sidewalks, entries, passages, vestibules, halls or stairs shall be obstructed by the Lessee, or permitted to be used for any purpose other than ingress and egress to an from the building.

The doors, stairways, or openings that reflect or admit light into any portion of the building, including hallways, corridors, and passageways shall in no way be obstructed by the Lessee. Exit lights, emergency lights, house lights, aisle lights, stairway and hallway security lights or any other lights necessary for the safe occupation of the building shall not be obstructed in any way. Employees and designated volunteers of the BCT Management, Inc. shall have complete and total access at all times and in all areas of the facility, including, but not limited to dressing rooms, stage, production booths and theater.

Orchestra Pit
BCT Management, Inc. must approve in writing the use of the orchestra pit as an audience seating area. The Orchestra Pit may be used as a dance area for such events as needed with the understanding that dancing will be limited to that area. BCT Management, Inc., reserves the right to determine safety conditions in the orchestra pit and restrict its use if deemed necessary. A stage extension which utilizes the orchestra pit area is available for rental by prior arrangement.

Discrimination
It is understood that the Lessee confirms that it does not and will not discriminate and/or seat patrons because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, handicap, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Security and Staffing
BCT Management, Inc., reserves the right to set and modify security and staffing calls up to the time of performance at the cost of the lessee. All staffing requirements should be discussed and approved by BCT Management, Inc. at least one week prior to the date of the event.

Smoking and Incense
It is understood that smoking and/or burning of any substance is NOT PERMITTED anywhere within the interior walls of the Buskirk-Chumley Theater.

If a script calls for smoking or the use of any fire effects, the Theater Director must approve in writing. Any infraction of smoking regulations may be cause for ending an event, and/or clearing and closing the facility. BCT Management, Inc., will not be financially or in any other respect liable for the execution of this right.

Alcohol and Drug Policy
BCT Management, Inc., regulations restrict the use of alcohol and prohibit the use of illegal drugs on Buskirk-Chumley Theater property. Therefore, use of illegal drugs by any of the performers, or anyone associated with the performers or the Lessee will not be allowed during the performance(s), rehearsals, and while the performers are present on the premises of the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. In the event of noncompliance on the part of Lessee or any talent hired by Lessee, or their employees or agents, law enforcement will be contacted.

Remedies
In the event that Lessee fails to appear, perform, and/or present, or defaults in performance of the provisions of this contract for reasons other than those stated in other sections of this agreement, the Lessor shall be entitled to all payments due as if the agreement had been fulfilled.

Force Majeure
Except as otherwise provided in other sections of this agreement, neither the Lessor or Lessee will be held liable for failure to perform, present, or appear if such failure is caused by or due to serious illness, accident, riot, strike, acts of God, or any other legitimate conditions beyond their control.

Contract Agreement
This agreement constitutes the complete understanding of both parties regarding this usage. It is understood that any changes, additions, or deletions must be in written form signed by both parties as an addendum to this agreement. It is further understood that this agreement cannot be assigned or transferred.