Located in the heart of the Brooklyn Cultural District with a blend of artistic ambiance and functional elegance, the Mark Morris Dance Center offers event spaces perfect for dinners, meetings, galas, and more.   

Features  

• Stunning views of Downtown Brooklyn, across the street from the Brooklyn Academy of Music.   

• Can accommodate full-service catering with access to a dedicated kitchen.   

• Easily accessible from nearby Atlantic Terminal.   

• Drop-off and full-service* catering permitted.  

 

THE JAMES AND MARTHA DUFFY PERFORMANCE SPACE   

With 3,600 square feet of column free space located on the top floor of our venue, this flexible studio can be customized to suit all your event’s needs. This space features modern lighting and sound equipment, adjacent lobby and terrace areas, and multi-use flooring designed for dance. 

CAPACITY: 225 standing | 150 seated   

PRICING: 6 hour minimum required   

• Space with kitchen access starts at $500/hour (10% nonprofit discount available)   

• Cleaning/trash fee – $200   

• Resources and amenities are available for fee   

AVAILABLITY   

• Friday and Saturday availability starting at 3pm with flexible Sunday options. Inquire for additional availability  

 

4TH FLOOR LOUNGE  

With bright and welcoming space with large windows overlooking Downtown Brooklyn, the 4th Floor Lounge is perfect for luncheons, meet-and-greets, and other gatherings. Bookings include access to a shared terrace with the option to add private use and a full-service catering kitchen.  

CAPACITY: 60 standing | 30 seated  

PRICING: 2 hour minimum required  

• Lounge and shared terrace access – $100/hour (no kitchen access)   

• Lounge and shared terrace access + kitchen – starts at $150/hour   

• Cleaning/trash fee – $100   

• Resources, amenities and exclusive terrace access available for a fee  

AVAILABILITY  

• Open availability most days and times.   

• Limited availability during peak hours (Monday to Friday 3-6pm, Saturday 9am-1pm Sept-June)  

 

Interested in hosting your event at the Dance Center? Please fill out our space request form and our team will respond in 1-2 business days. 

*Purslane is Mark Morris Dance Center’s preferred caterer.