Top Manhattan & Brooklyn White Cyc Studios for Rent: Rates, Gear & Stage Specs

Written By Bill Milling

Whether you are shooting a high-fashion editorial, an upscale commercial, a multi-camera interview, or a music video, finding the right seamless white cyclorama (cyc) studio sets the tone for your entire production.

At American Movie Company, we provide direct access to New York’s top soundstages and daylight cycloramas, backed by turnkey production support, pro camera packages, and seasoned crew.

Below, explore our most popular Manhattan white cyc stages, our Brooklyn powerhouse studios, and essential production details to help you book the ideal space.

Featured Manhattan White Cyc Stages

All Manhattan stage bookings are based on a 10-hour production day with an overtime rate of 1.5x/hour. Best of all, all stages allow you to bring in your own gear, cameras, and lenses without penalty.

1. Chelsea Xcel

  • Day Rate: $1,995 / 10 Hours

  • G&E: Grip & Lighting Included

  • The Vibe: A turnkey production workhorse in the heart of Chelsea. Ideal for high-end interviews, commercial spots, and tabletop or beauty shoots where having house lighting ready to strike saves you hours on call-sheet prep.

2. Chelsea Nomad

  • Day Rate: $2,995 / 10 Hours

  • G&E: Grip & Electric Extra

  • The Vibe: Centrally situated with premier client hospitality and elevated aesthetics. A favorite for celebrity talent, luxury brand campaigns, and commercial agencies requiring generous staging and lounge areas.

3. Chelsea Classic

  • Day Rate: $2,400 / 10 Hours

  • G&E: Grip & Electric Extra

  • The Vibe: A dependable NYC classic delivering pristine infinity curves, generous ceiling heights, and versatile staging. Perfect for catalog fashion, brand lookbooks, and corporate media.

4. Chelsea Apex

  • Day Rate: $1,995 / 10 Hours

  • G&E: Grip & Lighting Included

  • The Vibe: Designed with dual utility in mind. While naturally configured in green, we will gladly hang a white backdrop/curtain to transform it into a clean infinity cove. A budget-friendly, high-utility stage with essential lighting already in the grid.

5. Hudson Yards Studio

  • Day Rate: $2,995 / 10 Hours

  • G&E: Grip & Lighting Included

  • The Vibe: Located on Manhattan’s cutting-edge West Side. Boasts ultra-modern amenities, robust electrical distribution, and an all-inclusive lighting package suited for demanding agency commercial shoots and live multi-camera broadcasts.

Looking for More Scale? Explore Our Brooklyn Stages

When your shoot demands massive drive-in access, soaring ceiling clearances, or multi-set configurations, our Brooklyn facilities deliver unmatched versatility:

  • Brooklyn First Studios Stage B: Engineered for full-scale commercial shoots, music videos, and film sequences requiring spacious load-in capabilities, dedicated hair/makeup suites, and quiet sound environments.

  • Brooklyn First Studios Stage A: When standard studio sizes won't cut it. Featuring ultra-wide infinity cyc walls, heavy-duty overhead grids, and drive-in access capable of staging vehicles, large set builds, and full-scale XR/virtual production builds.

Need Crew, Cameras, or Teleprompters? We've Got You Covered

Beyond stage rental, American Movie Company offers complete on-set support:

  • Crew Staffing: Veteran Directors of Photography (DPs), gaffers, audio engineers, and grips.

  • Camera Packages: Cinema setups from ARRI, RED, Sony FX series, and Blackmagic 6K/12K systems with cinema primes and zooms.

  • Specialty Tech: Wireless Steadicam prompters, Presidential prompters, EyeDirect / Interrotron rigs, and live streaming/webcasting setups.

White Cyc Studio Rentals: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is a White Cyc studio, and why is it ideal for film and video production?

A White Cyclorama (or “cyc”) studio features a seamless, curved wall-to-floor junction that eliminates sharp corners, creating the illusion of infinite, boundless space. This setup is ideal for commercials, fashion shoots, corporate keynotes, and product launches because it delivers pure, shadow-controlled background isolation that makes talent and products pop.

2. Which White Cyc studios are available across NY and NJ?

American Movie Company manages a curated roster of premier cyclorama stages across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and New Jersey:

  • Chelsea 28th Street Studios: Studios A & B can be combined for up to 4,500 sq. ft., featuring soundproofing, daylight options, and full lighting grids.

  • Midtown North: A 1,650 sq. ft. stage equipped with an overhead grid, soundproofing, and a control room.

  • Brooklyn First Studios Stage A & B: Spacious outer-borough stages offering drive-in capabilities, deep stages, and heavy power distribution.

  • New Jersey Prime Studios: A 4,000 sq. ft. drive-in facility featuring 3 hard cyc walls, 18-foot ceilings, and 600 amps of power.

  • Upper East Side & Brooklyn Prime: Efficient spaces tailored for single-talent interviews, brand portraits, and swift-turnaround content.

3. What equipment and amenities are included with a studio rental?

Specific offerings vary depending on the chosen package (G&E Included vs. G&E Extra):

  • Lighting & Grip: ARRI SkyPanels, Kino Flos, HMIs, C-stands, combo stands, flags, scrims, sandbags, and apple boxes.

  • Digital & Monitoring: High-bright client monitors, rolling DIT carts, and high-speed production Wi-Fi.

  • Amenities: Private hair & makeup stations, wardrobe racks, green rooms, production lounges, kitchenettes, and dedicated freight elevator access.

4. Can I bring my own gear and equipment?

Yes. All listed Manhattan and Brooklyn stages allow you to bring your own cameras, lenses, and specialized gear. (Note: For select stages, in-house grip/lighting packages may be mandatory or preferred—please confirm your equipment manifest with our team prior to call day).

5. What are the standard booking hours and overtime rates?

Standard studio days are booked as 10-hour days. Any time running past the 10-hour mark is billed at 1.5x the hourly rate. Half-day (5-hour) packages may be available upon request depending on stage schedules.

6. Do I need insurance to rent a studio?

Yes. Most commercial stages require a standard Certificate of Insurance (COI) naming the studio facility as an additional insured. If your production does not have third-party production insurance, let us know and we can discuss options.

7. Can I schedule a location scout before booking?

Absolutely. We encourage directors, DPs, and producers to tour the stage prior to booking to check power distribution, inspect the grid, test sound conditions, and plan equipment staging.

8. What production support services do you offer?

American Movie Company is a full-service production partner. We can provide:

  • Crew Staffing: DPs, camera operators, gaffers, grips, sound recordists, and prompter techs.

  • Gear Rentals: 4K/6K cinema camera bodies, cine primes, and high-output LED grids.

  • Specialized Tools: Interrotron / EyeDirect conversational interview rigs and teleprompter operators.

  • Virtual Production & Live Streaming: Unreal Engine integration, LED volume walls, and broadcast-grade webcasting.

9. What is the studio cancellation policy?

Cancellation and rescheduling policies vary depending on the specific facility and whether crew holds have been confirmed. Standard studio agreements apply; our booking coordinator will provide full contract details upon date reservation.

10. How do I check availability and book a White Cyc stage?

Booking is fast and straightforward:

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