Hayes Christensen Theatre

               
The formal performance space in the Marriott Center for Dance, The Hayes Christensen Theatre, was named in honor of Elizabeth R. Hayes and Willam Christensen, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to dance and the University of Utah. The 333-seat professional theatre, shared by the Departments of Modern Dance and Ballet, has 14 rows of seating steeply raked to permit all audience members an excellent view. On stage left is a quick change room, restroom, and a ballet barre with an electric-radiant panel to warm dancers’ legs and feet.

Our versatile yet intimate theatre can accommodate a wide-variety of live and unique performances. There’s not a bad seat in the house.  The Hayes Christensen Theatre has hosted lectures, conventions, lunch meetings, auditions, rehearsals, concerts, and live events to name a few. In addition to the Theatre, The Marriott Center for Dance has space and studios to accommodate every activity.  Rental options include a full professional staff to ensure that your event is a success. Our expertise combined with our competitive prices and flexible accommodations make us the best choice for your event. Please contact us to explore the wide explore the wide range of possibilities.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Rental Coordinator
Tyler Kunz
phone: (801) 587-9457
fax: (801) 581-5442
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Production Directors
Cole Adams
phone: (801) 581-5154
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James Larsen
phone: (801) 581-5154
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SPECIFICATIONS
Equipped with ETC lighting system, audio/video capabilities
Seating Capacity: 333
Orchestra: The bottom row of seats can be removed to create an orchestra pit for performances with live musicians.
Proscenium: 20’ H X 40’ W X 35’ D, with a curved apron of up to 8’ in front of the curtain.
Curtain line to back wall: 35’
Separate crossover behind back wall
Grid height: 36’

Seating Chart: HCT Seating Chart (49KB)
Magic Sheet: MCD Magic Sheet.pdf (64KB)
Light Plot:MCD Light Plot.pdf (236KB)
Facilities Use Agreement: Facilites Use Agreement.pdf