• Proximity to a diverse new audience, including University of California and Berkeley High School students


• Easy access to public transportation (BART, AC Transit, and nearby taxi stand)


• A 5-story parking garage next door


• Central location with many restaurants


• Double our seating capacity (2–3 shows have been lost per month due to the limited size of the performance room; 5–7 sold-out shows each month we turn away potential audience members)


• Comfortable backstage facilities for our artists (including private dressing rooms and rest rooms!)


• Adequate office space


• Classrooms for educational activities, space for music archives

We will continue to showcase traditional music in a state-of-the-art performance space located in an exciting and vibrant community. And, we will maintain our famous, welcoming, intimate atmosphere.