AstroLab is a 5,500 Square Foot Soundproof Soundstage Film and Photo studio in the East End neighbourhood of Leslieville in Toronto, Ontario.
In addition to the open 3,800 SF (80′ x 48′) of unobstructed stage space with 18′ clear heights, you also get 1,650 SF of clean and comfortable support rooms to service your production or event.
When you book with us you own the space. Our spaces and service are designed to be functional, yet comfortable and inviting, and boutique to adapt to your specific needs.
When you book at AstroLab, you get a lot of extra value beyond the studio itself. Every booking includes a bright and roomy Hair & Makeup Room with Hair Wash Sink, three Private Changing Rooms (two with ensuite), a Kitchen and Lounge, comfy Green Room, and large “Multi-Purpose” Support Space.
Plus, all your power and equipment needed to power your set (no extra fees), ladders and scissor lift, utility carts, folding tables and chairs, rolling racks and steamers, a powerful speaker system and more!
See below for the full list of everything that your booking comes included with automatically. There are no extra charges for these items and services!
– Our 3,800 Square Foot Cyc Stage
– 80′ x 48′ Completely Unobstructed
– 18′ Clear Heights w/No Posts or Beams
– Soundproofed & Acoustically Treated
– Pre-Hung Space Lights (Additional $500/Day, includes x8 Chroma-Q SpaceForce LED, Bi-Colour)
– Large Kitchen & Lounge w/Windows
– Large Hair & Makeup Room
– Green Room/Comfy Workspace
– Three Dedicated Changing Rooms (two w/Ensuite Restroom)
– Large Multi-Purpose Support Space
– Two Large Multi-Stall Restrooms
– Everything You Need To Power Your Set (Power is Setup & Ready, Ample AC, 4AW, Dief, Joy To Customize As Needed)
– 50 Sandbags
– SkyJack Scissor Lift
– x1 4-Step, x1 6-Step & x1 12-Step Ladder
– x3 AV/Utility Carts
– x3 Tongue Dollies
– Nespresso Machine (Vertuo Line. Pods Not Included)
– Powerful Yorkville Bluetooth Speaker System
– Free-Standing Makeup Mirror w/Dimmable Lighting
– 6 Rolling Racks
– 1 Jiffy Steamer
– 50 Folding Chairs
– 19 Folding 3 x 6′ Tables
– Garbage & Recycling Bins
– Ample On-Site Parking
– Hydro/Power Fees All-Inclusive
– WiFi & High Speed LAN
– Friendly & Helpful On-Site Staff
A large and comfortable white cyc infinity wall stage: soundproofed and acoustically treated for superior audio capture. A true stage on a real film lot. If audio is important for your production, or you demand comfort, look no further.
The studio is equipped with a LAN connection for fast, dependable live-streaming.
Your Studio Booking Includes Tons of Space Outside of the Stage Itself. Setup The Support Rooms To Suit Your Specific Needs, This Is Your Space!
All Bookings Include the below spaces.
Includes double sink, fridge, oven/stove, dishwasher, microwave and kettle. Couch seating and a 65" TV that connects into the studios.
Dimensions: 25' x 15'
A comfy space with couch chairs and a 40" TV
Dimensions: 17' x 11'
Includes wall to wall vanity (14' long) and actual, functioning hair sink!
Dimensions: 14' x 8'
Private, lockable change room complete with rack and commercial grade steamer, and an ensuite restroom.
Dimensions: 8' x 7' + 3' x 7' (restroom)
A fantastic private office or wardrobe space with full wall of windows (blackout blinds installed, offering full privacy as-needed). Opening window to allow fresh air in. Large Private Ensuite restroom w/shower.
Dimensions: 10' x 8' (Office)
10' x 6' (Ensuite)
When you need a place to take a call or get some work done, this is your spot.
Dimensions: 9' x 8'
Ample space for extra support for your art, wardrobe, holding, etc. as needed. Includes single makeup mirror, small utility sink, microwave, & kettle. Commercial grade stainless steel counter top.
Dimensions: 25' x 14'
Private, lockable change room complete with rack and commercial grade steamer.
Dimensions: 9' x 7'
Two Large Restrooms:
One with x4 Stalls
One with x2 Stalls & x2 Urinals
Make your life easy with peace of mind, knowing that your production will have access to all the gear needed to get the job done. Take it all for a low flat-rate buyout, or build your own list. We can also source most gear!
This will give you a full day in Studio with all the support spaces and included extras as noted above (Power/Distro, SkyJack & Ladders, Rolling Racks & Jiffy Steamer, Folding Tables & Chairs, and a bunch more!)
Shoot days are 13 hours.
NOTE: Cyc-floor comes as-is, see below for fresh paint add-on.
*Overtime rate is $250/Hour for the first three additional hours and $300/hour for the fourth hour and beyond.
*This Rate Applies To Video & Photography/Production Clients. See Rate for Events Below*
Are You a Small, Independent Video or Photo Production? Tell Us About Your Project, and Let's See How We Can Make It Happen at The Lab!
Includes all the same spaces and goodies you get on a shoot day. Prep/Wrap days are 10 hours.
Prep/Wrap days are 10 hours.
*Overtime rate is $250/Hour for the first three additional hours and $300/hour for the fourth hour and beyond.
*This Rate Applies To Video & Photography/Production Clients. See Rate for Events Below*
This will give you a full day in Studio with all the support spaces and included extras as noted above (Power/Distro, SkyJack & Ladders, Rolling Racks & Jiffy Steamer, Folding Tables & Chairs, and a bunch more!) .
Event days are 13 hours.
NOTE: Cyc-floor comes as-is, see below for fresh paint add-on.
*Overtime rate is $250/Hour for the first three additional hours and $300/hour for the fourth hour and beyond.
*This Rate Applies To Event Bookings. Please See Rates For Shooting/Production Above.
Includes all the same spaces and goodies you get on a shoot day. Prep/Wrap days are 10 hours.
Prep/Wrap days are 10 hours.
*Overtime rate is $250/Hour for the first three additional hours and $300/hour for the fourth hour and beyond.
*This Rate Applies To Event Bookings. Please See Rates For Production Above.
x8 Chroma-Q Bi-Colour LED Space Lights, pre-hung in grid to light the cyc and room. Dimmable/colour temp adjustable from the floor with included DMX console.
Also Available To Rent Individually For $150/EA.
This package is for Motion/Continuous Lighting, and is our in-house, all-you-can-use, if-you-see-it-it's-included, gear package! It includes an astronomical amount of LED and tungsten lighting, doorway dolly & track, frames & fabrics, stands, hardware, flags, apple boxes and more to support your production, for one incredibly low flat rate.
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Pre-Light Day Rate = $1,150
Need the floor to be crisp white? Add this, and it will look brand new when you arrive for your shoot.
Starting at $350 for a 35x35' section, or $550 for the entire floor.
Please note that the floor comes "as-is" if this is not added to your booking.
Want to make the cyc a different colour altogether? No problem! Let us know your colour and we'll get you a quote. Work is done overnight before your load in, so prep time is not required!
Includes x1 Jiftty J-2000 Steamer, x1 J-4000 Steamer, and x1 Rowenta Pro 1800w Steam Iron w/Pro Ironing Board
Includes x2 - Electro-Voice ZLX-12BT 12in Powered Speaker w/ Bluetooth, x2 - Hercules Speaker Stands, x2 - Shure BLX24R/SM58 Wireless Handheld Microphone System, x1 - Yamaha MG12XU 12-Channel Mixer w/ SPX Effects & USB, All Required XLR Cables
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Business & Sales Hours: 10AM-6PM Monday-Friday
Studio Hours: 24/7 (By Appointment)
Office Hours: By Appointment
