Old City Performing Arts Center

Updated 03/24/22: The Old City Performing Arts Center, owned and operated by River & Rail Theatre Company, is nestled in the heart of Knoxville’s Old City, a neighborhood ablaze with vibrant art and music. Originally Knoxville’s Ice Factory, the OCPAC uses its warehouse-style open floor plan and high ceilings to welcome artists from all over the region to come and share their work here.

One of Knoxville’s most versatile and exciting performing arts spaces, the OCPAC creates opportunities for local performing artists to expand their work by providing a downtown platform, accessible rates, and flexible staging and seating.

The OCPAC is also capable hosting special events such as fundraisers, weddings, receptions, anniversaries, reunions, and wide variety of other events.

As Knoxville grows into a leading player in the regional arts scene, the Old City Performing Arts Center seeks to elevate the work of local artists and provide a space for leading artists in every field to play to an audience that is hungry for their work.

Space type: Theater, Banquet hall, Auditorium, Gallery

The Space is perfect for:

• Dance Class/Event
• Exhibition
• Film Location
• Live-streamed event
• Meet Up
• Performance
• Rehearsal
• Workshop/class

Onsite amenities:

• Air Conditioning
• Bathroom
• Chairs
• Coffee Maker
• Handicap Accessible
• Heating
• Load-in Ramp
• Power Outlets
• Refrigerator
• Tables
• Security / Alarm System
• Smoking Area
• Wireless Internet

WiFi upload speed: Great upload speed. We have streamed multiple performances.

Space personnel: Our renters typically staff our space. However, we can work with them to staff if necessary.

# of chairs/seats: 200
# of tables: 5
Is parking free? NO
Is food allowed? YES
Is alcohol allowed (with the understanding that restrictions may apply)? YES
Space dimensions: 55 x 55
Is a stage available? YES

Stage’s capacity for performers when allowing for 6′ of physical distancing? We regularly have this setup, as our actor’s union requires this distance for our performances
Stage capacity number reflects seating numbers,

Flooring: Concrete

Allow Renters to stay set-up during multi-day reservations? YES
We have marketing outlets that an artist/group could utilize.