Gallery5 Stage Renovations

During the pandemic, we were forced to make a difficult decision that resulted in the relocation of the stage in order to open the double doors on Marshall to increase air flow in the space allowing patrons to return. Now, four years later, we are asking for the community to help us move it back.

Moving the stage back to the south side of the building will allow for an improved audience experience as it opens up the space improving sight lines and flow of traffic. This also allows us to be able to partner with and hire a broader range of artists as the movement will involve a reconfiguration of the stage’s layout.

In addition to moving the stage, we plan to implement a number of improvements to the space including upgraded sound and lighting equipment, reinstalling a downstage curtain, an upgraded projector system to accommodate mixed media performances, and the renovation of the double doors to open outwards to allow for performances to face outside for First Fridays, 4th Friday Jazz Night, G5 Game Night, Classical Rev RVA, Weekend Vendor Markets and other special community events, while also improving the load in process for shows. It is important to us that Gallery5 continuously works towards increasing accessibility in the space so the purchase of an ADA compliant ramp is also included in our plans.

We ask you to please consider a gift towards this project to help strengthen Gallery5’s mission and invest in the future of a community art space that has served Richmond for almost 20 years.

Interested in naming rights opportunities? Email us at the email provided on this page.

MISSION

Gallery5 believes in the power of the arts to promote change and engage diverse communities through inclusive collaborations and accessible programming.