The Smith Learning Theater, located on the fourth floor of Russell Hall, provides an experimental environment that can be configured and curated to support innovative ideas.
Welcome
The Smith Learning Theater, located on the fourth floor of Russell Hall, provides an experimental environment that can be configured and curated to support ambitious learning, teaching, and research activities at Teachers College.
Past Events
The Space
The main Theater space is 6000 square feet with 8 columns and a theatrical pipe grid to carry elements of infrastructure (e.g., power, data, lighting control, etc.) and facilitate hanging elements (lights, projectors, screens, curtains, etc.).
Power, data, and AV systems are available at the ceiling and the floor level throughout the space permitting a virtually unlimited number of configurations.
The Smith Learning Theater now features two broadcast studios for faculty who are taking part in a virtual event or media interview.
Policy for Smith Learning Theater Hours of Operation
Prices for Columbia University affiliates who request to book the Smith Learning Theater.
Full Price Rates
4 hours |
8 hours |
Evening (after 6:00 pm) and weekends |
$7,500 |
$14,000 |
$1800/hour |
All bookings include two planning meetings and a walkthrough. There is no charge for the first planning meeting. Maximum occupancy is 330 people. Columbia Catering is the preferred vendor for food and drink service. The Smith Learning Theater is wheelchair accessible. Configurations and a full technology list available at the first planning meeting.
Support for Learning Spaces
Smith Learning Theater events
Looking to hold an event in the Smith Learning Theater? DFI can help you plan and create your event.
Consultation on creative use of space for teaching and learning
Looking to turn your classroom into an experiential learning space? DFI can help you develop your strategy
On campus lighting, space management & production support
Need support with lighting, managing or producing an event? DFI can assist from initial planning through to lights down.
Please be advised that this is a request and our team will review and contact you to follow up.