54 West Church Street Art Space

The City of Orlando is seeking a visionary partner to reimagine and activate the 54 W. Church Street arts space, a 9,000 square foot venue with a 167-seat stadium theatre and a 66-capacity black box theatre. The selected partner will be responsible for managing and operating the space as a cultural anchor in downtown Orlando, providing inclusive, frequent, and accessible programming that contributes to the city's artistic identity and stimulates local economic activity. The partner will also be responsible for renovating the space, with a nominal annual rent of $1 and estimated monthly utilities and common area maintenance costs of $5,500. The city is looking for a partner with proven experience in arts production and venue management, financial capacity to fund renovations and operations, and a sustainability plan for staffing and monthly operational costs. • The space must be used as an arts space, with all renovations and alterations pre-approved by the CRA. • The partner will be responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and complying with all applicable laws and regulations. • The city is seeking a partner that can demonstrate a clear vision and plan for the space, including programming, marketing, and community engagement. • The partner will be required to submit a three-year operating budget, a sustainability plan, and a renovation plan with detailed cost estimates. • The city is looking for a partner that can provide evidence of an existing audience and success in marketing and audience development in an urban or metro environment.