Performing Arts Venue & Production
Courtyard Koota
We run an intimate performing arts space with flexible tech, close artist-audience interaction, and produce original collaborative theatre alongside hosting diverse live events.
Pricing Guide
Black Box Theatre Rental
Infrastructure
- Exclusive Access: Private usage of the performance area for a 4-hour block covering setup, show, and breakdown.
- Capacity: Accommodates an audience of 80-100 pax in a seated arrangement.
- Flooring: Polished, dance-friendly surface suitable for barefoot classical dance or theatre.
- Backstage: Access to a private green room for costume changes and makeup.
Technical Equipment
- Lighting: Professional rig with PAR cans, spots, and warmers for mood creation.
- Audio: Full PA system including microphones, stage monitors, and mixer console.
- Visuals: Usage of mounted HD Projector and large backdrop screen.
- Staffing: Includes one dedicated sound/light operator to manage cues during the show.
Event Support
- Operations: Basic front-of-house support for ticket verification.
- Marketing: Event mention on venue social media channels reaching community followers.
- Maintenance: Includes pre-event preparation and post-event cleaning.
Single Show Admission
Performance Details
- Access: Single entry for Plays, Classical/Fusion Dance, Music concerts, or Stand-up Comedy.
- Duration: Covers performances typically running 60 to 90 minutes.
- Engagement: Includes post-show Q&A sessions or informal meet-and-greets with the cast.
Seating & Atmosphere
- Layout: Free Seating on a first-come-first-serve basis within a tiered structure.
- Comfort: Mix of cushioned benches in front rows and ergonomic chairs in rear rows.
- Proximity: Intimate setup with the first row less than 6 feet from the performer.
- Environment: Climate-controlled black box with acoustic treatment.
Facilities
- Social Spaces: Access to the courtyard lobby for pre/post-show mingling.
- Utilities: Access to clean restrooms and drinking water stations.
About Performing Arts Venue & Production
Why Our Koota Feels Different
I built Courtyard Koota as a proper gathering spot - not just a building with a stage, but a place where stories actually find a home. It’s all about curiosity, creativity, and working together. You’ll see artists, audiences, and organisers chatting over chai, not just rushing in and out. Sometimes things get a bit chaotic, but that’s part of the vibe.
The Space & Tech
The venue’s got an intimate, black box theatre feel. Exposed brick, close-up seating, and that sense that everyone’s part of the show. If you’re an artist, you get:
- Full lighting rig to set your mood
- Crisp sound, handled by our in-house tech
- Projector and screen for visuals or film nights
- Everything’s flexible - we’ve done shows in Kannada, English, Hindi, Bengali and more
What Happens Here
The lineup’s always changing. Some days it’s classical Bharatanatyam, some days it’s a jazz gig, or a puppet show for kids. We love hosting small, community-driven art events and big annual festivals like Makkala Masti Habba (kids’ fest). You might catch a solo theatre piece or a wild fusion band next weekend.
Koota Productions
Besides hosting, I also produce original collaborative theatre works, pulling in both local talent and pros. It’s messy, it’s fun, and honestly, the best ideas come from that mix.
If you care about intimate live performance space and want to be part of something that’s both personal and open, this is your kind of place.
Meet your Expert
Courtyard Koota
46 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, Courtyard Koota here. We didn’t just put up walls and call it a day. This place grew from a wild idea - a space for stories, art, and folks just wanting to connect. Natasha kicked things off, Sridevi keeps the vibe alive, Nanu’s our in-house everything-guy, and Khushi’s the glue. Seven years in, we’re still a mixed bag, always buzzing. We shape this space, and it shapes us. Makkala Masti for kids, open doors for all. Pull up a chair, there’s room.
My Work
Live Performances & Shows - Music concerts (Carnatic, Folk, Contemporary), theatre, stand-up comedy, dance recitals, film screenings. Always something on.
Conversations & Folk Song Storytelling - Book readings, author chats, talks on art, history, and folk song evenings like 'Lamkoi Wari Liba'.
Workshops & Organic Gardening Classes - Hands-on workshops - gardening, Carnatic music, puzzle jams, nature walks, and our Local Food Club potlucks.
Art Exhibitions & Self-Portrait Workshops - Rotating art shows, photography, and creative workshops like 'Naavu Idhivi' for self-portraits.
Community Celebrations - Annual Open House with free workshops, storytelling, food, and open stage. Everyone’s invited.
