The Best Budget Rehearsal Spots For Actors In NYC

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Living in New York can become somewhat pricey, so this list of inexpensive rehearsal spaces will come in handy when you need a place to rehearse a scene or try out a new monologue.

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CentralAmerica

GORGEOUS GUATEMALA

Gorgeous Guatemala

5 days . Mini
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1. Guatemala

An express adventure for those with limited time off. Prepare yourself incredible experiences. You will hike a volcano, visit mayan temples and witness a ceremony and take in beautiful colonial Antigua.

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CentralAmerica

BEACHY BELIZE

Beachy Belize

5 days . Mini
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2. Belize

A quick trip not too far away for those seeking a relaxing mini break. You will have plenty of free time to relax but also some awesome activities to experience the rainforest and the caribbean sea.
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COLONIAL MEXICO

Colonial Mexico

5 days . Mini
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3. Mexico

An exciting mini trip exploring the lesser known colonial towns of central Mexico. This is hte perfect trip for someone with limited time off and still wants to turn on explorer mode and do something different.
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SouthAmerica

ADVENTUROUS ECUADOR

Adventurous Ecuador

8 days . Epic
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1. Ecuador

A remarkable 8 days adventure through the Andes and the Amazon rainforest. The best choice for adventure seekers wishing to visit the 2 most iconic areas of South America, in only 1 week and no flights.

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ANCIENT PERU

Ancient Peru

9 days . Epic
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2. Peru

An alternative itinerary to classic Peru, from Cusco to Arequipa. This itinerary is great combination of highlights Cusco and Machu Picchu with the lesser known Arequipa and Colca Canyon.
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Europe

SEDUCTIVE SOUTHERN ITALY

Seductive Southern Italy

10 days . Epic
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1. Italy

The ultimate Italian experience from the vibrant streets of Naples to the breathtaking sceneries of the Amalfi Coast followed by Matera and down to Puglia with its golden beaches, intense flavours and fascinating destinations.

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EDINBURGH AND THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS BY TRAIN

Edinburgh And The Scottish Highlands By Train

7 days . Culture
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2. Scotland

Embark on this great adventure starting from London all the way to Scotland with a true Scottish experience made of breathtaking sceneries, whisky tasting and ..lots of fun! Ideal for train lovers and explorers.
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COMPLETE PORTUGAL BY TRAIN

Complete Portugal By Train

8 days . Culture
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3. Portugal

A wonderful train journey around Portugal, from the romantic city of Porto to the Douro Valley, to the beautiful Aveiro all the way to Lisbon and Sintra. The perfect trip to train, culinary and culture lovers.
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Asia

SOULFUL SOUTH KOREA

Soulful South Korea

10 days . Epic
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1. South Korea

Discover incredible temples, mountains and modern cities on this 10 day adventure. This trip is perfect for those seeking immersion in the cuisine, culture and natural wonders of South Korea.

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THAILAND, CAMBODIA & VIETNAM

Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam

11 days . Epic
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2. Thailand

From Bankgok to Angkor Wat to Ho Chi Minh City and everything in between - adventure through the heart of South-East Asia. Taste the delights, see history brought to life and unwind on a Mekong River cruise.
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SECRETS OF SRI LANKA BY TRAIN

Secrets Of Sri Lanka By Train

10 days . Culture
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3. Sri Lanka

A fantastic adventure that showcases Sri Lanka's fantastic landscapes, wildlife and flavours. With 3 epic rail journeys, 3 UNESCO heritage sites and time to relax, this trip has loads to offer at a great price
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Africa

EPIC MOROCCO

Epic Morocco

11 days . Epic
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1. Morocco

An epic journey across Morocco: from Casablanca to Marrakech, through the blue city of Chefchaouen to the wonders of the desert and deep to the High Atlas Mountains - this trip has it all! Ideal for true explorers!

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ULTIMATE EGYPT

Ultimate Egypt

9 days . Epic
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2. Egypt

From Cairo to Aswan, this trip brings the land of the pharaohs to life. You'll visit the Pyramids, Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple and cruise down the Nile in style. This is the perfect way to explore Egypt.
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IMMERSIVE KENYA

Immersive Kenya

8 days . Epic
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3. Kenya

An immersive blend of culture and wildlife for first time travelers to Africa. Learn about Nairobi, sample local coffee in the Aberdares and finish up with a fantastic safari stay in the Masai Mara.
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Dixon Place

Dixon Place is a non-profit organization that provides a space for ‘literary and performing artists to create and develop new works…’ Starting at just $10 an hour for rehearsal space, this downtown location is perfect for anyone wanting to grab a delicious bite to eat after rehearsal, as it’s right next to Little Italy.

Wow Café

Love the Lower East Side? Then Wow Café is the perfect place for you to rehearse. Space rental starts at just $15 an hour. Wow Café Theatre is a member of The Fourth Arts Block: ‘the only cultural district in Manhattan’. They are also a part of the Compass for Change: ‘The NYC Online Activist Portal’. When you rent rehearsal space from Wow Café Theatre, you will be supporting their various women’s empowerment programs and performances.

HERE Arts Center

Stage rehearsal

HERE Arts Center is all about nurturing ‘career artists as they create innovative… live performance in theatre, dance, music, puppetry, media and visual art.’ HERE Arts Center offers residency for artists as well as hourly rehearsal space. There are two spaces available for hourly rental at HERE Arts Center: The Main Stage Theatre and the Dorothy B. Williams Theatre, which is only $15 an hour.

A.R.T./New York (Alliance of Resident Theatres)

A.R.T./New York is home to numerous Resident Artist Theatres and Artistic Companies in NYC. The 520 building is easily accessible as it’s only a few minutes walking distance from New York Penn Station. There are five versatile rehearsal studios at the Space ranging from $16 an hour to $26 an hour. The largest rehearsal space, The Bruce Mitchell Room, is a multi-purpose space and is large enough to host rehearsals, board meetings and small events such as a staged reading.

Ripley-Grier Studios

The 520 Building is home to Ripley-Grier Studios as well. Starting at just $19 an hour, Ripley-Grier is complete with voice-over studios, a café and a shop. There are multiple floors and studio spaces available and each range in size and price. Almost all studios include a piano as well. There’s always something happening at Ripley-Grier, whether it’s dance classes, a workshop or students getting together to rehearse.

Cap 21 Studios (Collaborative Arts Project)

Founded in 1993 by Frank and Eliza Ventura, CAP 21 strives to ‘create a home where theatre artists can bring their work to life…’ Studio space rental ranges from $20 an hour to $35 an hour depending on which studio you choose. CAP 21 is more than just a studio space, however. CAP 21 is a professional theatre company with a conservatory whose goal is to ‘create programs that achieve substantial and lasting contributions to the future of the arts.’

Theatrelab

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Theatrelab is open 9AM – 11PM daily and houses three white-box spaces. Theatrelab is not only great for rehearsals, but their spaces can be used for workshops, performances, visual art exhibitions, photo shoots and more. There’s a gallery, a studio and a theatre with a complete lighting and sound set up. Prices for all three spaces vary, but for rehearsal you’ll only spend between $20 and $35 an hour.

The Player’s Theatre Rehearsal Lofts

Located in Greenwich Village, The Player’s Theatre is home to a main-stage Off-Broadway theatre, an Off-Off Broadway Black-Box theatre, four rehearsal spaces, an office suite and Cafe Wha?. The four rehearsal spaces are available Monday – Friday, and, if you’re in before 4pm, they could only run you $10 – $15. After 4pm, however, the price varies between $25 and $35 an hour with piano options.

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