Types of Events

The Visual & Performing Arts Center's 40-feet wide by 35-feet deep stage affords a variety of performance types.

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Speaker/Panel Presentation

Projection screen 15’x35’4”  (1.33:1, 1.77:1, 1.85:1, 2.35:1 aspect ratios)     Digital projector (Christie HD6K, 6500 lumens DLP 2k resolution) Multimedia podium (control of projector and basic audio, computer and document camera included)  Lecture/speaker podium (goose-neck, built-in microphone) 42" plasma display in lobby with sound/computer (for auditorium overflow) Renter may record programs at no cost. Renter must provide own equipment and personnel. De Anza will provide sound feed and extension chords. No recording equipment may block aisles.

Dance Performance

• Rosco Marley dance floor (black)
• Stage draping includes main curtain, mid-stage and upstage travelers
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• LED lights for lighting cyclorama
• Dressing rooms with 28 make-up stations, three mobile garment racks and two shower areas, which may be separated or joined.
• Green roomwith LCD stage monitor with sound

Musical Concert/Recital

• Wegner concert shell
• Band/orchestra and choral risers, including rectangular and pie
• Music stands and light
• Wegner orchestra chairs 60 available
• Two pianos, including concert Grand 9' Steinway and Steinway Upright

Cinema Digital/HD Screening

• Projection screen 15’x35’4”  (1.33:1, 1.77:1, 1.85:1, 2.35:1 aspect ratios)    
• Digital projector (Christie HD6K, 6500 lumens DLP 2k resolution)
• Blu Ray disc player and DVD player
• Cinema surround sound speakers (JBL 3632-T)
• 42" plasma display in lobby with sound/computer (for auditorium overflow)

Outdoor Patio Reception Area

• The outdoor patio on the west side of the VPAC may be used as a reception area for an event
• Alcohol or alcoholic beverages are permitted for event with a purchase of license with the ABC (check with facilities coordinator)
• De Anza College Dining Services is available to provide catering services for events on campus.
• Food and beverages may be served in the VPAC lobby but are not allowed in the auditorium.