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WHITE BOX STUDIO

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A flexible, affordable space

for dancers, choreographers, theater and music students, and creative organizations.

Our downtown Harrisonburg studio is designed to support dancers, actors, musicians, and performing artists at every level, from beginners to professionals. Whether you need a polished space for performances, a quiet room for coaching and rehearsing, or a dependable spot for auditions and tapings, our studio can accommodate your needs. 

Located right across from Court Square and within walking distance of JMU, our studio offers competitive rental rates, convenient access, and everything you need to bring your creative projects to life.

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Our rental space is ideal for a wide range of performing arts uses, including:

  • Dance rehearsals

  • Private dance lessons

  • Dance classes & workshops

  • Choreography sessions

  • Theater rehearsals

  • Acting classes & table reads

  • Choral practice

  • Audition tapings

  • Remote/virtual dance instruction

  • Music ensemble warm-ups or sectionals

What Makes Our Studio Ideal for Performing Artists?

  • 1400 square feet of open floor in an 1800 square foot space makes the studio suitable for large groups, small ensembles, or solo practice.


  • Our studio features a high-quality sprung floor with a Marley surface, reducing impact and providing stability to support safe movement and keep dancers and performers comfortable during long rehearsals or technique-heavy sessions. Regular maintenance of our flooring and a strict no street shoes policy keeps our floors in prime condition.

  • Essential for dance classes and perfect for polishing technique and movement precision, the White Box Studio offers full-length, lightweight, wall-to-wall mirrors that can be moved around the room as needed.

  • Essentialfor ballet and other dance styles, Harrisonburg Dance Cooperative offers barres to help your dancers keep their balance and work on their technique. The barres are freestanding and can be moved around the room as needed.

  • Our professional-quality EON Bluetooth or AUX-compatible sound system makes it easy to run music for dance rehearsals, vocal warm-ups, acting work, or full staging run-throughs. The studio’s high ceilings create a rich, resonant sound ideal for singers and musicians, while custom-designed acoustic panels help reduce echo and maintain clarity. 

  • Atmospheric lighting options and large windows providing ample natural light. Professional stage lighting equipment is available as an optional add-on.

  • Easy access for students, instructors, and performers across Harrisonburg, plus:

    • Walkable from JMU

    • Nearby free public parking options

    • Close to affordable City of Harrisonburg bus routes

    • Steps from popular downtown Harrisonburg coffee and food options

    • Within walking distance from many of Harrisonburg’s trending music venues and arts locations

Grow Your Audience as a Regular Renter

We’re committed to supporting local artists, teachers, and creatives in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County.

Community Partners Spotlight

Regular renters receive a featured profile on our website under our Community Partners section to help you build visibility and connect with new students or collaborators. This includes:

  • Your photo or logo

  • A short bio for your organization or services

  • Description of regularly offered classes 

  • Links to your website, booking page, or social media

Promotion for Public Classes, Workshops, and Performances

Qualifying public-facing events hosted in the space will be:

  • Included in our weekly email newsletter sent to all students and subscribers

  • Highlighted on social media stories when applicable

This added visibility is included at no extra cost for renters.

Who Rents the White Box Studio?

We work with:

  • Dance instructors and choreographers

  • Theater directors and acting coaches

  • High school and collegiate performing arts students from Harrisonburg, Rockingham, JMU, and EMU

  • James Madison University and Eastern Mennonite University student orgs, clubs, and dance teams

  • Local independent artists and creatives

  • Performers preparing for auditions or showcases

  • Creative organizations looking to stage a performance in an intimate venue 

From teaching weekly classes or rehearsing a one-time performance, the studio is designed with performers and creatives in mind.

Our Sponsors

HDC’s support for the local arts is made possible by our sponsors, donors, and partners, including the Earlynn J Miller Fund for the Arts, the Arts Council of the Valley, the Community Foundation, Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance, and JMU Athletics.