Sanctuary Space
165 West 86th Street, entrance on Amsterdam Avenue
The Center at West Park’s Sanctuary Space is a 400-seat venue, a home to multiple faith communities, and the centerpiece of the landmark West Park Presbyterian Church. It is an ideal venue for off-Broadway productions, live music concerts, dance, opera, and community events.
High vaulted ceilings, majestic Romanesque revival architecture, Tiffany stained glass windows, excellent acoustics, raked pew seating, a new raised thrust stage make this an unique venue on the Upper West Side.
To book this space for performances, events, rehearsals, classes, and more, email info@centeratwestpark.org or fill out our booking inquiry form by clicking the button below:
Amenities
4,800 sq. ft. space
400 raked pew seats
32 ft wide x 20 ft deep x 3 ft high thrust stage
12 instrument theatrical lighting rep plot
PA sound system
Lobby on Amsterdam Ave
Restrooms in basement of Community House (not handicap accessible)
Dressing rooms in basement of Community House
No air conditioning
ENTRANCE & ACCESSIBILITY
Main entrance on Amsterdam Avenue at 86th Street (Northeast corner) has steps. Accessible entrance at 165 W 86th Street. Restrooms are only accessible by stairs.
RATES
Contact info@centeratwestpark.org for current rental rates.
Booking Policies
Proof of insurance required for public performances and events.
Notice of cancellation must be made by email to info@centeratwestpark.org. No refunds for:
any event cancellation less than 72 hours in advance
any daily performance reservation less than 30 days in advance
any weekly performance reservation after the reservation is confirmed
Refunds for earlier cancellation may also be limited or prohibited by the terms of the License.
Rates and policies are current at of January 2023 and are subject to change.