In the heart of Midtown Manhattan on West 38th Street, Taylor Dance West offers state-of-the-art facilities that are column-free for your next rehearsal, class, studio performance, or special event. Explore below our four studios available for rental.
For more information or to book the Paul Taylor Dance Studios please contact Ruel Davis, rentals@ptdc.org  or call 646.214.5824.
Wendy E. Scripps Studio – 1,716 sq ft – Large 33′ x 52.5′
SPACE OFFERINGS
- Ceiling height of 20′
- Wood sprung floor
- “Marley” dance covering
- Full sound system available
STANDARD
Rehearsal – $250/hr
Audition – $300/hr
Class – $300/hr
Photo Shoot – $400/hr
Public Event – $450/hr
Film Shoot – $650/hr
*NOT FOR PROFIT
Rehearsal – $150/hr
Audition – $175/hr
Class – $175/hr
Photo Shoot – $250/hr
Public Event – $250/hr
Film Shoot – $400/hr
**Subsidy Discout Rate – $40/hr
*Not-for-profit rates require valid 501(c)(3) documentation. If documentation is not provided, the standard rate will apply.
**If your booking qualifies for our rehearsal subsidy discount rate, the supervisor fee is included; subsidy pricing is subject to approval, not guaranteed, and applies exclusively to dance-related, creation-focused rehearsals (classes are not eligible).
Bettie de Jong Studio – 957 sq ft – Medium 33′ x 29′
SPACE OFFERINGS
- Ceiling height half 20′ half 10′
- Wood sprung floor
- “Marley” dance covering
- Full sound system available
STANDARD
Rehearsal – $150/hr
Audition – $200/hr
Class – $200/hr
Photo Shoot – $225/hr
Public Event – $250/hr
Film Shoot – $450/hr
*NOT FOR PROFIT
Rehearsal – $75/hr
Audition – $100/hr
Class – $100/hr
Photo Shoot – $125/hr
Public Event – $150/hr
Film Shoot – $200/hr
**Subsidy Discount Rate – $15/hr
*Not-for-profit rates require valid 501(c)(3) documentation. If documentation is not provided, the standard rate will apply.
**If your booking qualifies for our rehearsal subsidy discount rate, the supervisor fee is included; subsidy pricing is subject to approval, not guaranteed, and applies exclusively to dance-related, creation-focused rehearsals (classes are not eligible).
Studio 3 – 810 sq ft – Small 27′ x 30′
SPACE OFFERINGS
- Ceiling height of 10′
- Wood sprung floor
- Full-length mirrors
- Full sound system & digital keyboard available
STANDARD
Rehearsal – $100/hr
Audition – $150/hr
Class – $150/hr
Photo Shoot – $175/hr
Public Event – $200/hr
Film Shoot – $400/hr
*NOT FOR PROFIT
Rehearsal – $50/hr
Audition – $75/hr
Class – $75/hr
Photo Shoot – $75/hr
Public Event – $100/hr
Film Shoot – $200/hr
**Subsidy Discount Rate – $10/hr
*Not-for-profit rates require valid 501(c)(3) documentation. If documentation is not provided, the standard rate will apply.
**If your booking qualifies for our rehearsal subsidy discount rate, the supervisor fee is included; subsidy pricing is subject to approval, not guaranteed, and applies exclusively to dance-related, creation-focused rehearsals (classes are not eligible).
Studio 4 – 1,125 sq ft – Medium 75.5′ x 30′
SPACE OFFERINGS
- Ceiling height of 10′
- Wood sprung floor
- “Marley” dance covering
- Wood sprung floor
- Full sound system and console piano available
STANDARD
Rehearsal – $175/hr
Audition – $225/hr
Class – $225/hr
Photo Shoot – $250/hr
Public Event – $275/hr
Film Shoot – $475/hr
*NOT FOR PROFIT
Rehearsal – $100/hr
Audition – $125/hr
Class – $125/hr
Photo Shoot – $150/hr
Public Event – $175/hr
Film Shoot – $225/hr
**Subsidy Discount Rate – $20/hr
*Not-for-profit rates require valid 501(c)(3) documentation. If documentation is not provided, the standard rate will apply.
**If your booking qualifies for our rehearsal subsidy discount rate, the supervisor fee is included; subsidy pricing is subject to approval, not guaranteed, and applies exclusively to dance-related, creation-focused rehearsals (classes are not eligible).
Wendy E. Scripps Studio & Bettie De Jong Studio Combined – 2,673 sq ft – Extra Large 33′ x 81.75′
Seamlessly combine both the Wendy E. Scripps Studio and the Bettie de Jong Studio for large-scale classes, rehearsals, or events. Natural light is abundant with north and south facing windows.
SPACE OFFERINGS
- Wood sprung floor
- “Marley” dance covering
- Full sound system available
FLAT RATE
Standard – $600/hr
*Not for Profit – $350/hr
**Subsidy Discount Rate – $60/hr
*Not-for-profit rates require valid 501(c)(3) documentation. If documentation is not provided, the standard rate will apply.
**If your booking qualifies for our rehearsal subsidy discount rate, the supervisor fee is included; subsidy pricing is subject to approval, not guaranteed, and applies exclusively to dance-related, creation-focused rehearsals (classes are not eligible).
Additional Fees
Rental Request Form
Studio Supervisor – $30/hour*
* ALL rentals require Studio Supervisor Coverage billed at $30/hour
The Studio Supervisor is your on-site point of contact and will:
• assist with operating the audio/sound system
• answer questions about the studio and building (restrooms, water fountain, access)
• help with basic setup needs (chairs, tables, etc.)
This ensures everything runs smoothly from start to finish during your time in our space.
Optional additions:
• Piano – $100/day
• Tables – $10/each
• Chairs – $2/each
Accepted forms of Payment:
• Check
• ACH Transfer
• Cash
• Credit Card (Processed securely via PayPal invoice; must be requested by renter)
Cancellation Policy:
• Cancellations for rentals up to 8 hours require a minimum of 72 hours notice to cancel without penalty.
• Rentals of 8 hours or more — including full-day and multi-day bookings — require 7 days notice to cancel without penalty.
• Late cancellations may result in forfeiture of payment unless the studio is successfully rebooked.
All individuals or groups renting studio space from the Paul Taylor Dance Foundation (PTDF) must read and sign this Rental Policy prior to booking.
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Booking Information
For more information or to book the Paul Taylor Dance Studios please contact Ruel Davis, rentals@ptdc.org or call 646.214.5824.
Monday – Friday, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM.
Rental inquiries submitted over the weekend will be addressed the next business day.
PHOTO CREDITS Header photo of The Wendy E. Scripps Studio, Whitney Browne.
