Dorfman Foyer

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The Dorfman Foyer is a contemporary, unique events space in East London, ideal for entertaining.

Perfect for theatre, dance and music rehearsals, workshops, training sessions, private performances, filming and photography.

The space connects easily to both our Wigoder Gallery and Holloway Production Studio, for large-scale conferences, receptions and brand launches.

The Dorfman Foyer’s modern architecture, including a feature staircase, offers a stunning backdrop for filming and photography projects.

The foyer can be set up as per your request and catering can be supplied from our preferred suppliers list.

Price available on request.

Booking enquiries

venuehire@ballet.org.uk / 020 7581 1245

Use our enquiry form to let us know more about what you need.

Key Features

A stunning backdrop for filming and photography projects

Modern architecture

Feature staircase

Gallery

FAQs

Hiring Information

Are parking, direct access and storage available?

Free parking permits are available on request (maximum of 2 per hire). We also have a loading bay with direct access into the production studio and access to the other studios via the goods lift. Exclusive hire to include overnight and weekend storage can be arranged for an additional hire fee.

Do you have a trusted suppliers list?

We have a fantastic variety of trusted catering and production suppliers who can be recommended on request.

Is filming and photography allowed?

Filming and photography of hirers’ activities, including for use on social media, can be arranged in advance of your hire date. Use of English National Ballet’s name and logo is not permitted without prior approval and an additional location fee.

Is Wifi available?

There is free wifi throughout the building as well as a dedicated higher speed wifi that can be used by hirers for streaming.

What are your opening times?

The Mulryan Centre for Dance is open for space hires and events on Monday-Friday 9am-6pm and Saturday and Sunday 8:30am-4pm. Any hires outside of these hours can be arranged at an additional charge to cover studio and staff costs.

What facilities are available and are they accessible?

Most of our rehearsal studios are located on the 4^th floor and are fully accessible via a passenger lift servicing all levels. There are gender-neutral toilets and an accessible toilet on the 4^th floor. There are no communal kitchen facilities/green rooms for hirers, but break-out spaces with kitchen facilities can be hired (depending on availability) for an additional cost.

What flooring is available?

All of our rehearsal studios have Harlequin sprung dance flooring suitable for light-soled dance shoes and bare feet. Any hires where heels or character shoes will be worn (or socked feet) and/or where set pieces will be brought in will need to arrange for protective flooring to be laid. We can provide this for you at an additional cost.

What is the process for booking in advance?

We are able to take minimum week-long bookings at any point in advance (depending on availability) and full day bookings a maximum of 6 weeks in advance.

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