Rentals

No, the $500 only covers the rent of the space itself. It does not include the movie licensing fee, marquee fee, etc.

A movie licensing fee is the amount due to the studio itself so that we have the rights to show that particular movie. The fee can run from $150-$350, depending on the studio and the movie chosen (if the movie is available to be licensed).

Renting only the marquee is at the discretion of the executive director and will depend on the current movie/event lineup. Please contact us regarding this request. If available, the marquee rental fee is $100.

Yes, most major restaurants in Kearney have catered at The World Theatre and are familiar with our facility. Please keep in mind that you are responsible for any damages or messes made by the caterer for your event.

No permanent or damaging modifications may be made to the theatre. This includes attaching tape to or hanging things from walls. Please note that no glitter is allowed in the theatre. Any damages to The World Theatre that require repair or extra cleanup will be charged to you after your event. We ask that the theatre space be left in the condition it was found at the beginning of the rental.

Our theatre will comfortably seat about 300 people.

Yes, alcohol is available at our regular prices and can be paid for by cash or tab (billed to the organization after the event). For other alcohol questions, please contact us.

Yes, concessions are available at our regular prices and can be paid for by cash or tab (billed to the organization after the event). Please notify us at least two weeks prior to your event (or indicate on your contract) that you will need the concession stand open so we can arrange for volunteers. If you would like to coordinate your own volunteers, please notify us before the event so that we can make arrangements for their training.

You are required to leave the rental space in the condition that it was found. This should be accomplished within the time frame window of your rental time. If you need help finding volunteers to assist with timely cleaning of the theatre, please notify us at least two weeks in advance so that we can make volunteer arrangements to assist with your cleaning.

There are currently no special discounted rental rates for fundraising events.

We have 45 extra gold, padded dining chairs available for theatre event rental use.

We have four 6-foot and one 4-foot banquet folding tables, as well as six 60” round tables. 

We have a wireless hand mic, a wireless lavaliere (clip-on) mic and a wired podium mic. Please notify us prior to the event to let us know how many microphones and in which setup you will need.

Yes, you can. Please notify us a week prior to the event with the type of music format you need so that we can ensure this is possible.

Yes, but the sound system and lighting must be provided by you or your live music vendor.