Cinema Bar

Rich Mix

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Sleek hallway at Cinema Bar, perfect for networking and event registration.
  • From £500
  • 180 Standing
  • Shoreditch High Street / Liverpool St.
  • From £500
  • 180 Standing
  • Shoreditch High Street / Liverpool St.
East London's only multi-purpose arts venue combining boutique cinema screens with flexible event spaces in the heart of creative Shoreditch.
Aidan De Forest-Brown
Aidan De Forest-Brown

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Central Shoreditch location with excellent transport links
  • Professional AV equipment and technical support
  • Charity venue supporting local arts community
  • Three boutique cinema screens with professional projection
  • Flexible event spaces including The Studio and The Mix
  • Licensed bar with drinks tokens and catering options
Our cinema bar is a wonderful open lounge space, bringing in members of the public for a place to grab a coffee and take calls, along with our crowds of cinema and event goers. This space has two white walls which provide artists with an opportunity to exhibit their work or campaigns to our wonderful audiences.



Frequently asked questions

The Studio costs £1,525 + VAT for a 5-hour evening hire (6:30pm-11:30pm), with a mandatory technician at £125 + VAT. Screen 3 costs £550 per hour + VAT with a 2-hour minimum for daytime screenings (£700 + VAT total). The Streetside room has a day rate of £600 + VAT plus a £400 refundable damage deposit.

The Studio accommodates up to 100 guests in tiered seating with space for an additional 50 chairs in front. Screen 3 holds up to 59 guests and is wheelchair accessible with 2 spots. The Streetside room capacity isn't specified but requires noting it's non-exclusive with stairs accessing escape rooms.

Basic projection costs £75 + VAT, PA system with 4 mics costs £155 + VAT, and lighting is complimentary. A mandatory technician costs £125-£280 + VAT depending on the event. The Studio includes a large screen for projection, and Screen 3 has cinema-grade projection capabilities.

Cinema spaces have a 2-hour minimum hire requirement. The Streetside room operates within building hours of 9am-9pm. Most event spaces appear to have 4-5 hour minimum hires based on quoted examples, and the venue closes by 11pm (events cannot run until 11pm as mentioned in correspondence).

Refreshment stations cost £3.50 + VAT per person per service (includes Caravan coffee, teas, and fruit-infused water). Drinks tokens are £5 + VAT each covering bottled/canned beers, medium house wine, or soft drinks. Rich Mix works with external suppliers for dinner services as they don't have a usable kitchen, and there's a 10% corkage fee for external caterers.

The Streetside room prohibits amplified music due to noise restrictions. External decorations are allowed in cinema spaces. The venue accommodates various event types including screenings, conferences, comedy shows, and private parties, but specific restrictions may apply depending on the space and timing.

One event services staff member is included complimentary. Additional service staff cost £396 + VAT for 2 staff members. Bar staff is included in Studio hire costs. A technician is mandatory for most events at £125-£280 + VAT depending on duration and complexity.

Rich Mix offers a 20% discount to registered charities, but you must provide a registered charity number to qualify. The venue mentions they don't allow discounts to be made through Hire Space, so direct booking may be required for charity rates.

The venue offers site visits and phone consultations before booking. They provide provisional quotes and hold dates temporarily while clients decide. For last-minute bookings (same day), they may not be able to accommodate, and they recommend booking well in advance, especially during festival periods.

10 x 6ft trestles with black linen for exhibitor stands cost £80 + VAT. The venue has various furniture options detailed in their services pack. They don't have keyboards available for music events, so external equipment would need to be arranged for musical performances.




More about Rich Mix

Rich Mix is a vibrant creative hub located in Shoreditch that offers an exciting programme of film, arts and culture. With versatile event spaces available for private hire, it provides the perfect canvas for many types of events. As a registered charity, all profits support arts and education in the local community. With three boutique cinema screens, three flexible event spaces, a boardroom and bar space, Rich Mix is the perfect venue for: - Product launches - Experiential brand events - Meetings and Conferences - Private screenings - Drinks receptions - Filming and photoshoots