50 Liberty Pole Way Rochester, NY 14604

The Temple Theater, located in Downtown Rochester, NY, is a multipurpose event venue with a history as a Baptist church. Constructed in the early 20th century with an adjacent 14-story office high-rise, the Temple Building, the theater has a capacity of 1,339 people standing or 1,190 seated, and a ceiling height of 33-36 feet. The 5,650 square foot auditorium accommodates theater productions, live music performances, cultural events, comedy, magic, touring shows, corporate events such as seminars and award ceremonies, and religious events. The venue features grand stained-glass windows, wood-paneled finishes, a sloped lower level, and balcony seating. There are numerous break-out rooms ranging from 450 to 2,500 square feet, a service kitchen without cooking facilities, and four bathrooms. Parking is available at St. Joe’s Parking Garage with over 1,600 spaces, plus several surface lots within a 3-to-4-minute walk. The monthly gross lease rate of $12,500 includes all utilities. Individual event rates can be negotiated for one-time special events. The theater has hosted performances by local and national theater companies, musicians and bands, and events for the Rochester Jazz Festival and Rochester Fringe Festival.