Joy Theater New Orleans, Louisiana

The Joy Theater was once one of four original movie theaters to grace downtown New Orleans opening its doors on February 7, 1947. We are conveniently located on the Canal and Basin/Elk Streetcar lines - 2 blocks from the French Quarter, walking distance to all downtown hotels, The New Orleans Arena, Super Dome and less than 1 mile to the Convention Center.

***Our knowledgeable events team prioritizes personalized service, customization and flexibility to ensure clients realize their vision of a seamless event. Relationships with local vendors allow for one stop shop booking of event entertainment, decor, photo booths, casino games, even alligator handlers and Mardi Gras parades on site!

Venue Quick Facts:
-Recently renovated
-10,000 Sq. Foot Historic, Multi-Purpose Venue
-Iconic Canal St Marquee Can Be Personalized
-State-of-the-Art Audio/Visual System
-Built in Stage with Multi-Configurable Floor Plans
-1200 Standing Room
-800 Reception Style
-656 Theatre Seating

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Contact Info

1200 Canal Street • New Orleans, LA • 70112

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Venue Details

Capacity (Seated / Cocktail): 656 / 1200

Can accommodate VIP tiers with private bar and private access to the Mezzanine / Balcony. General Admission can access the 1st floor while the VIPs can access 2nd/3rd floor

Max Number of Simultaneous Events: 1

Outside Catering Permitted (BYO): Yes

Venue Type/Style: Banquet Hall, Night Club, Ballroom, Conference Hall, Historical Building, Bar/Lounge, Raw Space, Auditorium

On-Site Cuisine Options: Use Your Own Caterer, Catering on site

Pricing

Budget Tier: $$$$$

Minimim price for 100 guests: $ 15,100

Site/Rental Fee: $20,000

Pricing Minimums are all that is required in the rental of the venue: **Beverage Minimum: $5,000-$10,000++ (cash bar minimums allowed) **Venue Rental: $10,000-$15,000+ **Production standard fee: $1500-$4,000+ based on talent hired needs ***Rental of Venue w/ no bar / labor / just need the space: $20,000+tax***

Venue Features

  • A/V Equipped
  • Accept Credit Cards
  • Buffet Menu Available
  • Conference Call
  • Imported Beer
  • Internet Access
  • Onsite Ceremony
  • Open Sunday
  • Outside Catering Permitted
  • Premium Liquor
  • Prix Fixe Menu Option
  • Tables and Chairs
  • Wheelchair
  • WiFi Access