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School of Film/Video Off-Campus Location Library SCHOOL OF FILM/VIDEO OFF-CAMPUS LOCATION LIBRARY The following is a list of locations, mostly in and around Santa Clarita, that have agreed to work with CalArts student film productions. None of these locations are 100% guaranteed. Many have specific requirements. Most charge at least a small fee. Please contact the locations directly if interested in filming there. Recommended procedure: ● Know your dates & times ● Know your budget ● Know how many cast & crew you are expecting ● Contact location & follow their policies ● Questions? Email Justin Hogan Head of Production Services: ​[email protected] INDEX Bars…………………………………………………………………..p.1-3 Cafes………………………………………………………………...p.3-4 Diners……………………………………………………………….p.4-5 Restaurants……………………………………………………...p.6 Convenience Stores………………………………………….p.7 Standing Sets…………………………………………………...p.7-10 Recreation………………………………………………………..p.10 Santa Clarita Film Permit Office……………………..p.11-12 1 Bars JJ’s Bar & Grill (Bar, Dining Room, Stage, Patio) 25848 Tournament Rd Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 799-7557 Ask for Jeff For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/jjs-bar-and-grill-santa-clarita?osq=Jj%27s+Bar+and+Grill Shooters (Bar, Pool, Mechanical Bull) 24450 Lyons Ave Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 287-5888 Ask for manager For more pictures & info: http://www.sportsbarsantaclarita.com/ Newhall Refinery (Restaurant) 2​ 4258 Main St Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 388-4477 ​Ask for manager For more pictures & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/newhall-refinery-newhall?osq=newhall+refinery 2 Pagter Brothers Winery & Tasting Room (Wine Tasting Room, Wine Bar) 24338 Main St Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 476-5627 Ask for manager For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/pagter-brothers-winery-and-tasting-room-santa-clarita The Drifters (Bar, Music Venue, Karaoke) 18240 Soledad Canyon Rd, Canyon Country, CA 91387 (661) 252-2471 Contact Joe for booking: (661) 621-1993 For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-drifters-canyon-country-2?osq=drifters Wine 661 (Wine and Food) 24268 Valencia Blvd. Valencia Crossroads Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 288-2980 Requires fee plus compensation for monitor during filming Ask for manager For more pictures & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/wine-661-santa-clarita ​ 3 American Legion Post 507 (Event Space, Bar, Stage, Pool Table) 24527 Spruce St Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 259-7507 Veterans Organization; Tom from the Cage is a member Ask for Thomas For more info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/american-legion-post-507-newhall?osq=american+legion+post+ 507 Cafes Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders (Coffee Roastery) 22913 1/2 Soledad Canyon Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 476-5501 Open to filming without closing down completely; Ask for manager For more details & pics: https://www.yelp.com/biz/bodhi-leaf-coffee-traders-santa-clarita Honu Coffee (Coffee Shop) 22722 Lyons Ave Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (661) 373-9704 Open to student films, but depends on the project; Cost varies Ask for manager For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/honu-coffee-santa-clarita?osq=honu+coffee 4 Thelma’s Morning Cafe (Cafe, Coffee Shop) 22876 Copperhill Dr Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 263-8283 Open to filming during their downtime (Mon-Wed after 3pm; Sat-Sun after 4pm) Ask for manager For more info & pics: https://www.yelp.com/biz/thelmas-morning-cafe-santa-clarita The Pie Tin (Bakery) 26555 Golden Valley Rd Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 222-2370 Ask for manager For more info & pics: https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-pie-tin-santa-clarita ​ Diners Mike’s Original Diner 31537 Castaic Rd Castaic, CA 91384 (661) 257-3233 Contact John​ for booking: (510) 350-6542 For more info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/mikes-original-diner-castaic ​ 5 Laura’s Diner (Diner) 27125 Sierra Hwy Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 430-8080 Ask for Laura For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/lauras-diner-santa-clarita?osq=laura%27s+diner Cathy’s Deli (Cafe, Deli) 23120 Lyons Ave Ste 24 Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 288-2217 Ask for manager For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/cathys-deli-newhall-2 Dink’s Deli & Bagels (Deli, Cafe) 28170 Newhall Ranch Rd Valencia, CA 91355 (661) 775-9560 Open to student productions, but depends on the project. Contact Shawn for booking: [email protected] For more info & pics: www.yelp.com/biz/dinks-deli-and-bagels-valencia?osq=dink%27s+deli+and+bagels 6 Restaurants Vincenzo’s Pizza Newhall (Pizza place, Stage) 24504 Lyons Ave Newhall, CA 91321 (661) 259-6733 Shoots cannot affect business; They charge by the hour and would need supervisor during production. Contact owner, Steven Katz, for booking​: (818) 203-1569 For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/vincenzos-pizza-newhall-newhall Dario’s Mexican Restaurant (Restaurant, Outdoor Patio) 27247 Camp Plenty Rd Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 430-8104 Open to student filming as long as it’s done while restaurant is closed Ask for manager For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/darios-mexican-restaurant-canyon-country-santa-clarita La Esmeralda Mexican & Seafood (Restaurant) 27600 Bouquet Canyon Rd Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 430-8131 Ask for manager For more photos & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/la-esmeralda-mexican-and-seafood-santa-clarita 7 Convenience Stores Bouquet Plaza Liquor (Liquor/Convenience Store) 28200 Bouquet Canyon Rd Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 296-0660 Ask for manager For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/bouquet-plaza-liquor-santa-clarita ​ Sunrise Spirits & Food (Liquor/Convenience Store) 25862 Tournament Rd Valencia, CA 91355 (661) 255-7622 Ask for manager For more pics & info: https://www.yelp.com/biz/sunrise-spirits-and-food-valencia Standing Sets - All have a cost. Call to find out Riverfront Stages Inc. (Courtroom, Office, Jail, Bar, Hospital Room, Morgue, Industrial Space) 3061 Treadwell St Los Angeles, CA 90065 (818) 364-7250 Contact Joseph for booking: [email protected] For more pics & info: http://www.riverfrontstages.com/ ​ 8 Remmet Studios (Bar, Classroom, Diner, Apartments, Conference Room, Sound Stage) 8033 Remmet Avenue Canoga Park CA 91304 (310) 737-8033 For more pics & info: http://www.remmetstudios.com/stage-rentals/ ​ DC Stages & Sets (Police Office, Jail, Hospital, Apartment, Courtroom, Diner, Bar) 1360 E. 6th St. Los Angeles, CA 90021 (310) 804-5712 Ask for Diane Markoff For more info: http://www.dcstages.com/ ​ Affordable Sound Stages (Hospital, Jail, Coffee Shop, Bar, Courtroom) 5301 Exchange St. Los Angeles, CA 90039 (818) 641-0220 For more pics & info: http://www.affordablesoundstages.com/?page_id=490 ​ 9 NVisionate Studios (Apartment, Office, Hospital, Interrogation Room, Jail, Courtroom) 2015 North Lincoln Street Burbank, CA 91504 844-FILM-STUDIO (844-345-6788) Contact for booking: [email protected] For more pics & info: http://www.nvisionate.com/index.php ​ Electric Pony Studios (Warehouse Spaces) 439 E58th Street Los Angeles, CA 90011 917-450-0015 Contact for booking: [email protected] For more pics & info: https://www.electricponystudios.com/ 10 Hall of Mirrors Studio (High Ceilings, Art Deco Style Bar, Industrial Space, Freight Elevator) 414 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 Contact Gerard for booking: (215) 740-7366 [email protected] For more pics & info: https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/5a51adbdfe8aff4300460fdd Peerspace (The “Airbnb” for film shoots- click the link below for 20% off) Click “Film Shoots,” specify your location, then search. Costs vary. For CalArts Students, 20% off: ​http://prsp.ac/CalArts-students ​ Recreation Castaic Sports Complex Aquatic Center 31230 Castaic Rd, Castaic, CA 91384 Aquatic Center (661) 294-6467 Sports Complex (661) 775-8865 Contact Department of Parks & Recreation to do a walk through, then contact Film LA for a permit. For more info & pics: Please call the above tel numbers 11 Santa Clarita Film Permit Office (Contact in order to obtain permits for city property, including public parks, recreation centers, ranches and open land, and other government owned property) 23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 100 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 284-1425 Contact for booking: [email protected] List of Recreation Centers & Parks: ● Santa Clarita Aquatics Center ● Santa Clarita Sports Complex ● Santa Clarita Skate Park ● Valencia Glen Park ● Central Park ● Begonias Lane Park ● Bouquet Canyon Park ● Bridgeport Park ● Canine Country - Dog Park ● Canyon Country Park ● Castaic Lake ● Central Park (of Santa Clarita) ● Chesebrough Park ● Circle J Ranch Park ● Creekview Park ● Discovery Park ● Heritage Junction ● Mentryville ● Newhall Park ● North Oaks Park ● Oak Spring Park ● Old Orchard Park ● Pamplico Park ● Placerita Canyon Nature Center ● Pyramid Lake ● Santa Clarita Park ● Todd Longshore Park 12 ● Valencia Glen Park ● Valencia Heritage Park ● Valencia Meadows Park ● Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park ● Veteran's Historical Plaza ● West Creek Park .
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