Blackout Studio at Beeson Ventures LLC

5645 North Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660
Edgewater, Chicago, IL

About this space

This blackout studio offers a versatile space perfect for short films, music videos, interviews, and feature films. With dimensions of 58' x 26' x 22', the studio provides ample room for various production needs. A comprehensive selection of camera, lighting, audio, and grip gear is available for rental to support your shoot.

The space includes a green room, a common lobby area, and six single-stall unisex bathrooms for convenience. A loading dock is provided for easy access to bring-in equipment through the warehouse. A liaison will be on-site throughout your booking to assist, and a call sheet is required upon confirmation of your production.


Prices

Sunday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
We offer a comprehensive list of cameras, lighting, audio, and grip gear for rental as needed.
Monday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
We offer a comprehensive list of cameras, lighting, audio, and grip gear for rental as needed.
Tuesday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
We offer a comprehensive list of cameras, lighting, audio, and grip gear for rental as needed.
Wednesday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
We offer a comprehensive list of cameras, lighting, audio, and grip gear for rental as needed.
Thursday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
We offer a comprehensive list of cameras, lighting, audio, and grip gear for rental as needed.
Friday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
We offer a comprehensive list of cameras, lighting, audio, and grip gear for rental as needed.
Saturday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
We offer a comprehensive list of cameras, lighting, audio, and grip gear for rental as needed.
Minimum booking duration: 3 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 60

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue doesn’t provide alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Quiet space
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Bring your own DJ
Own music allowed
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Ground level
Disabled parking space available
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

A facility representative will be available in the lobby and theater to assist with your needs.
No food or drinks are allowed in the movie theater, except for water bottles with caps or lids.
Food and alcohol are permitted in the lobby, studio, and gymnasium.
Guests must remain within designated areas; wandering into restricted zones may result in removal from the premises.
The number of guests on site must match the submitted guest count.
Production insurance is not required.
Furniture and decorations may be moved.
Smoke machines are allowed.
Nudity is allowed.

Cancellation policy: Flexible with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

This venue offers a creative, vintage-inspired environment with four distinct rental spaces: the Theatre, Gymnasium, Blackout Room, and Conference Room. Each space is carefully designed for its purpose, providing a versatile backdrop for a wide range of events. The venue exudes an artistic and open atmosphere, making it ideal for Chicago’s creative community to network, collaborate, and grow.

Renovated by the Wachowskis, the suite features modern amenities, including a spacious meeting room, a fully-equipped kitchen, and comfortable lounge areas.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive space for creators to come together, facilitating a vibrant hub for events, learning, and collaboration.


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