Affordable

We are here to support you and your event!

Barking Legs is willing to negotiate. Let us know what you are planning and we will quote you our best price!

We are committed to our mission of supporting individual artists and organizations here in Chattanooga.

Rental includes:

• Time for setup and breakdown

• Lighting and sound system

• Assistance from our staff and volunteers

• Concessions sold

• Inclusion in our weekly newsletter and website calendar

Convenience:

• Near I-24

• Free Parking

Unique

Looking for a standout venue?

Barking Legs Theater is like nothing else in town. Features Include:

• Unique and intimate blackbox setting

• Live acoustics

• A unique lobby for gathering and/or performing

• Customizable layout for your event

• Wooden sprung dance floor/stage

• Outdoor stage in our Garden space

• Steinway grand piano available for rent.

The distinctive decor includes art, furniture, and embellishments crafted by local artists, including Ashley Hamilton, Andrew Nigh, and Stephen Terlizzese. Our restrooms have recently been transformed into full art installations by Alecia Vera Buckles, Sara-Ann Waggoner, and Justin Butts (MuteOn).

Even the piano is one of a kind, reportedly once a fixture in the famous Birdland jazz club in New York City.

Versatile

At Barking Legs, you can shake it up on the dance floor, kick back in the lounge or stretch out in the backyard. Rent the lounge, the theater, the outdoor area or any combination of the three.

Lounge

• Rolling bars, movable cafe tables and chairs

• Perfect acoustics for an intimate concert

• Jukebox stocked to your liking

• Plug-in appliances available for catering

• Two sinks and two refrigerators

Theater

• Renovated seating for 75

• Additional seating for up to 120

• Standing Room Capacity at 140

• Ample stage with black, white or mirrored backdrop

• Projector for movie screenings, presentations or backdrop

Backyard

• Large stage/deck

• Huge fire pit

• Beautiful landscaping and stonework

• Outdoor chairs available

Accessible

We are working to prioritize accessibility for all of our guests.

• Accessible bathroom

• Wheelchair ramps for on and off stage use for performers

• Reserved accessible seating

We are still growing our accessibility accommodations!

Stage

• 32′ W x 24′ D x 2.5″ H

• Wooden sprung floor

• Mirrored back wall with retractable white curtain and black velvet curtain

• Drop-down movie screen

• Ceiling height from stage: 10 feet

• Greenroom with performer dressing room/bathroom

Seating

• 76 fixed seats with excellent sight lines

• Room for additional seating up to 120

• Up to 140 standing room only capacity

• Maximum/SRO capacity: 186

• Wheelchair accessible

Control Room

• Elevated, recessed control room

• Behringer X-32 sound board

• 16-channel lighting system

• PA board with space for additional soundboards

Lobby/Concessions

• Lobby/concession area with cooler for beverages

• Three public restrooms and performers’ restroom

• Wheelchair accessible restroom in lobby

Backyard

• Beautiful garden setting

• Large wooden stage

• Electrical outlets available for lighting and sound (not provided by Barking Legs)

• Space for up to 100 people

• Fire pit

• Decorative stone sculptures by Bob Dombrowski

Additional Sound Equipment Available

• Mics and mic stands

• Speakers and Monitors

• Cables

  *rental includes a basic setup for sound with up to two mics

Parking
Dedicated parking spaces next to our theater. Parking is also available across the street at our 1320 Dodds Ave location, and street parking on E 13th street.

Piano
1916 Steinway grand piano (Model A, 6′ 4 1/2″) available for an additional fee

Celebrations

Anniversary Parties

Cocktail Parties

Bar & Bat Mitzvahs

Birthdays

Weddings

Arts Events

Film Screenings & Shoots

Theater & Dance Performances

Music Recitals

Concerts

Book Clubs

Business Events

Corporate Parties

Board Retreats

Business Meetings

Lectures & Presentations

Fundraisers & Benefits