Rent 825

Rent space at 825 Arts!

Do you have a show to put on? Does your theater group need a home? Do you have a community group that needs space to meet? Do you want a workspace for art? Rent space at 825 Arts! With a large performance space, flex area, and enclosed Third Space, plus a tech booth, wellness room, and many other amenities, we’re your home for the arts in Frogtown and Rondo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I park?

Lot parking is available at Ryan Plumbing on the corner of Avon and University. Street parking is available on the surrounding blocks. Street parking is available on University Avenue after 6PM. Accessible parking drop off is available at our neighbor, Demera.

How many people does the theater seat?

Our theater seats 125. You may arrange the theater as needed, whether with risers, in the round, or any other setup that sparks joy in your heart.

What's backstage?

Backstage includes a small changing/storage space and an accessible all-gender restroom, as well as access to the theater mezzanine, which may be used as an upper stage or secondary green room.

What about concessions?

825 Arts has a concessions counter for drink and snack sales. You may run it yourself, or utilize our friendly, well-trained staff. We do NOT have a liquor license. If you would like to bring alcohol into the space, please email us directly at matt@825arts.org

Here’s what renters have to say about 825 Arts:

We love the space, it feels welcoming to our youth and values-aligned for us as an organization, we also appreciate the flexibility to use different spaces as needed when they’re available. – Georgina Chinchilla Gonzalez (Commusication)

Friendly staff and team. Community feel of the space. Cleanliness and versatility. Great lighting and board! – An Opera Theatre

Great space for video production! – Jon Reynolds

825 Arts is an incredible space to be in in any capacity, planning, rehearsing, performing, it is a magikal space for whatever you’re doing. -Haley Wagner-Swiers (Dangerous Productions)

Friendliness and responsiveness of staff, flexibility as plans changed, most of all, the clear evidence that 825 Arts is a community-driven space where lots of good things are happening! – Leah Cooper (Wonderlust Productions)

Great for all ages, wonderful staff, and beautiful space! – Corina Serrano (For a birthday party)

Matt and company were joyfully accommodating of our unique production needs and we were delighted to be the first [narrative] stage production in their flexible, well-equipped, welcoming and accessible sparkly new and historic venue. – Maren Ward (Zamya Theater)

If you are interested in renting space at 825,
please fill out this form or email matt@825arts.org

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What’s in our space?

	April 2025
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		1 Spring Break Summer Camp Spring Break Summer Camp April 1, 2025 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm See more details Spring Break Summer Camp Spring Break Summer Camp April 1, 2025 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm See more details • •	2 Spring Break Summer Camp Spring Break Summer Camp April 2, 2025 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm See more details •	3 Spring Break Summer Camp Spring Break Summer Camp April 3, 2025 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm See more details Spring Break Summer Camp Spring Break Summer Camp April 3, 2025 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm See more details • •	4 Fun Friday with Family & Friends Fun Friday with Family & Friends April 4, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm 825 university Ave. W St Paul MN 55104 Fun Fridays are a chance for kids 4-9 and their adult caregivers to come, be silly & creative, and connect in their community. Until April 15, we are doing a LEGO LEAGUE project. See more details •	5 Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours April 5, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA, 825 Arts-1-Flex Space (71) Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours April 5, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! Minecraft In Person Open Hours Saturday, March 15 · 2:00 – 4:00pm Time zone: America/Chicago Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dyb-aunx-oip Or dial: ‪(US) +1 417-612-7059‬ PIN: ‪917 230 855‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dyb-aunx-oip?pin=4793519597457 See more details • •
6	7	8 825 Committee Night! 825 Committee Night! April 8, 2025 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm 825 University Ave W Dream Team- 5-630pm See more details •	9 RONDO Double Dutch RONDO Double Dutch April 9, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm RONDO Double Dutch promotes love, peace, and unity- one jump at a time! Join us for a 8-week program where participants will learn the art of jumping Double Dutch. This program is offered at a pay-what-you-can rate and will conclude with a fun filled Grand Finale celebration! See more details •	10 Commusication Fund Raiser Commusication Fund Raiser April 10, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Changing the Tune: A Fundraiser for ComMUSICation takes place on April 10th from 5-7pm with the program starting promptly at 6pm, kicked off by our youth choir! Starting at 5pm, join us for refreshments and mini-classes on some of the music enjoyed and experienced by the young people of CMC. What to Expect: Come as you are to experience the power of St. Paul youth as they raise their voices, and we raise funds to support their growth and leadership. There is no minimum gift to attend and while we ask for RSVP’s tickets are free. cmcmn.org/fundraiser See more details •	11 Fun Friday with Family & Friends Fun Friday with Family & Friends April 11, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm 825 university Ave. W St Paul MN 55104 Fun Fridays are a chance for kids 4-9 and their adult caregivers to come, be silly & creative, and connect in their community. This is our final day of the Fund Fridays LEGO LEAGUE. See more details •	12 Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours April 12, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA, 825 Arts-1-Flex Space (71) Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours April 12, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! Minecraft In Person Open Hours Saturday, March 15 · 2:00 – 4:00pm Time zone: America/Chicago Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dyb-aunx-oip Or dial: ‪(US) +1 417-612-7059‬ PIN: ‪917 230 855‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dyb-aunx-oip?pin=4793519597457 See more details • •
13	14	15 Cake Day Cake Day April 15, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 825 Arts, 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA See more details •	16 RONDO Double Dutch RONDO Double Dutch April 16, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm RONDO Double Dutch promotes love, peace, and unity- one jump at a time! Join us for a 8-week program where participants will learn the art of jumping Double Dutch. This program is offered at a pay-what-you-can rate and will conclude with a fun filled Grand Finale celebration! See more details •	17 Our House Your House Our House Your House April 17, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Come help us with in house projects to keep 825 Arts Vibrant and interact with other volunteers. Our house is your house. See more details •	18 Fun Friday with Family & Friends Fun Friday with Family & Friends April 18, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm 825 university Ave. W St Paul MN 55104 Fun Fridays are a chance for kids 4-9 and their adult caregivers to come, be silly & creative, and connect in their community. April 18-May 16, THEATER will come to Fun Fridays. Kids will learn new and fun theater games, using our voices, bodies, and most importantly our imaginations as we learn about performing for other people. Fridays from 2:30-4pm at 825 Arts. Program is Pay-What-You-Can, and we usually have snacks :) See more details •	19 Volunteer Training Event Volunteer Training Event April 19, 2025 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 825 Arts, 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA See more details •
20	21	22 Earth Day Clean Up Earth Day Clean Up April 22, 2025 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm 825 University Ave. W Saint Paul, MN 55104 See more details Artist Membership Meeting Artist Membership Meeting April 22, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details • •	23 RONDO Double Dutch RONDO Double Dutch April 23, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm RONDO Double Dutch promotes love, peace, and unity- one jump at a time! Join us for a 8-week program where participants will learn the art of jumping Double Dutch. This program is offered at a pay-what-you-can rate and will conclude with a fun filled Grand Finale celebration! See more details •	24 Commusication Spring Showcase Commusication Spring Showcase April 24, 2025 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm 825 Arts-1-#120-Performance Space (120) See more details •	25 Fun Friday with Family & Friends Fun Friday with Family & Friends April 25, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm 825 university Ave. W St Paul MN 55104 Fun Fridays are a chance for kids 4-9 and their adult caregivers to come, be silly & creative, and connect in their community. April 18-May 16, THEATER will come to Fun Fridays. Kids will learn new and fun theater games, using our voices, bodies, and most importantly our imaginations as we learn about performing for other people. Fridays from 2:30-4pm at 825 Arts. Program is Pay-What-You-Can, and we usually have snacks :) See more details •	26 Speak Out & Lead Speak Out & Lead April 26, 2025 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours April 26, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! See more details • •
27 IMPROV JAM SHOWCASE IMPROV JAM SHOWCASE April 27, 2025 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm 825 Arts-1-#120-Performance Space (120) Come and see a BIPOC improv Jam. Pay What You Can See more details •	28 zAmya Creative Expression Sessions zAmya Creative Expression Sessions April 28, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 825 Arts, 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA See more details •	29	30 RONDO Double Dutch RONDO Double Dutch April 30, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm RONDO Double Dutch promotes love, peace, and unity- one jump at a time! Join us for a 8-week program where participants will learn the art of jumping Double Dutch. This program is offered at a pay-what-you-can rate and will conclude with a fun filled Grand Finale celebration! See more details •

Renderings

In order:

1. Front view of 825 Arts

2. North view of the Flex Space

3. South view of the open bridge

4. West view of the Third Space

4. South/Audience view of the Performance Space

Thank you to Our Funders!

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board,
thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Accessibility at 825 Arts

We strive to be an accessible building for all who visit. Please refer to our accessibility guide for specific information about our building! Questions? Please email communications@825arts.org.

Our Accessibility Guide

Parking: Lot parking is available at Ryan Plumbing on the corner of Avon and University. Street parking is available on the surrounding blocks. Parking is available on University Avenue after 6PM. Accessible drop off is available at our neighbor, Demera.