ASTROLAB STUDIOS | FILM STUDIOS TORONTO
THE STUDIOS
SPREAD YOUR WINGS
SPACE TO CALL YOUR OWN
Never share with anyone! AstroLab is a multi-studio, single production facility. While we offer two separate Studios and plenty of extra support space outside of the studios, our facility can only be reserved by one production at a time. This means you and your team will always be the ONLY production in the space while you’re with us!
Every production starts with a booking of Studio 1 (the larger of the two) and its support rooms (HMU, green room, kitchen & lounge, change room). If you require more space you can add rooms as needed to suit your production!
No matter which rooms you book, this is YOUR home exclusively while you’re with us. Take your shoes off and get comfy!
How To Book
Spaces & Equipment
You get to choose the spaces, gear and add-ons that are most suitable to the needs of your production and budget. Follow this simple process to create the package that’s just right for you!
1. The Studio Base Package
All bookings start with the Studio Base Package. This includes Studio 1, a large kitchen and lounge, huge hair and makeup room, comfy green room and dedicated change room. Tables and chairs, distro, rolling racks, steamers and more. Click the buttons below to see the rates, and everything that is included!
2. Add Extra Spaces As Needed (If Needed)
Want more space? Add only the rooms you need! Choose from: a dedicated change room, small production office, second kitchen/lounge space, and even a second studio!
3. Add a Gear Package, or Create Your Own List
We have a massive inventory of in-house equipment, designed to cover most production’s needs. You can choose from an all-inclusive package for Stills or Motion, or create your own list a-la-carte!
4. Anything Else?
Once you’ve got your space and gear, you won’t be surprised with any other fees at AstroLab, but there are a few potential add-ons to consider!
“The Stars Don’t Look Bigger, But They Do Look Brighter”
Sally Ride
What's Included In
The Base Package?
The Base Package is anything but base-ic. You’ll find tons of value for your production beyond the usual empty studio space. From additional Support Rooms outside of the studios, to Location EQ, you get a lot more when you book with AstroLab! Here is a full list of what you will have included with your booking:
- Large Kitchen & Lounge w/Windows
- Large Hair & Makeup Room
- Green Room/Comfy Workspace
- Dedicated Changing Room w/Ensuite Restroom
- 30 Folding Chairs
- 12 Folding 3 x 6' Tables
- 3 Rolling Racks
- 1 Jiffy Steamer
- Garbage & Recycling Bins
- Everything You Need To Power Your Set (Ample AC, 4AW, Dief, Joy)
- Unlimited Sandbags
- SkyJack Scissor Lift
- x1 4-Step, x1 6-Step & x1 12-Step Ladder
- Ample On-Site Parking
- WiFi & High Speed LAN
- Tongue Dollies & Carts
Studio Specs
Get all the details on the studio spaces!
STUDIO 1
Studio 1 is 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.
- 2950 SQ. FT (Including Support Space. 2080 SQ. FT On Stage)
- 35' x 35' White Cyc. L-Shaped Infinity Wall. Can Be Painted Any Colour (Extra $)
- Soundproof & Acoustically Treated. A true, purpose built soundstage
- 4' x 4' Grid. Heavy-Duty w/17' Clear Heights. Holds up to 30k LBS
- x8 Bi-Colour/LED Space Lights. Pre-hung in Grid to Evenly Light Cyc (Add-On $)
- 200 Amp Three-Phase Power. 600 total amps (= Lotsa Power!). All distro included
STUDIO 2
Studio 2 (add-on only) is a tad smaller than Studio 1, but just as mighty – with the same exceptional sound and production value. It is unique as it has a U-shaped cyc wall.
The studio is equipped with a LAN connection for fast, dependable live-streaming. There is a secret passageway (read: emergency exit) that leads directly between Studios 1 & 2 for easy human transport from studio to studio.
- 1160 SQ. FT On Stage
- 25' x 29' x 25' White Cyc. U-Shaped Infinity Wall. Can Be Painted Any Colour (Extra $)
- Soundproof & Acoustically Treated. A true, purpose built soundstage
- 6' x 6' Lighting Grid. Lightweight Grid w/17' Clear Heights
- 200 Amp Three-Phase Power. 600 total amps (= Lotsa Power!). All distro included
The Support Spaces
Spaces marked with an asterisk come included with the Base Package.
The other rooms can be added on as-needed to suit your production!
Large Kitchen/Lounge w/Windows*
Includes double sink, fridge, oven/stove, dishwasher, toaster oven, microwave and kettle. Couch seating and a 65" TV that connects into the studios.
Dimensions: 25' x 15'
Green Room/Workspace*
A comfy space with couch chairs and a 40" TV
Dimensions: 17' x 11'
Large Hair & Makeup Room*
Includes wall to wall vanity (14' long) and actual, functioning hair sink!
Dimensions: 14' x 8'
Changing Room w/Ensuite Restroom*
Private, lockable change room complete with rack and commercial grade steamer, and an ensuite restroom.
Dimensions: 8' x 7' + 3' x 7' (restroom)
Multi-Purpose Support Space
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 ($175/Day).
Dimensions: 25' x 14'
Production Office Add-On
When you need a place to take a call or get some work done, this is your spot ($75/Day).
Dimensions: 9' x 8'
Change Room Add-On
Private, lockable change room complete with rack and commercial grade steamer ($75/Day).
Dimensions: 9' x 7'
Restrooms*
Two Large Restrooms:
One with x4 Stalls
One with x2 Stalls & x2 Urinals
Rates & Pricing Menu
The Spaces &
Base Package
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The Base Package $1,350/Day
Start here. This will give you a full day in Studio 1 with a large kitchen/lounge, huge hair & makeup room, all your power, a steamer, rolling racks, tables & chairs, parking, WiFi & more! NOTE: Cyc-floor comes as-is, see below for fresh paint add-on.
Shoot days are 13 hours
Prep/Strike day (10 hours) rate = $1,100.
*Overtime rates for prep and shoot days:
$150/hour for the first three additional hours
$200/hour for the fourth hour and beyond -
Change Room #2 $75/Day
Private, lockable change room complete with rack and commercial grade steamer.
Dimensions: 9' x 7' -
Small Production Office $75/Day
When you need a place to take a call or get some work done, this is your spot.
Dimensions: 9' x 8' -
Multi-Purpose Support Space $175/Day
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' -
Studio 2 $400/Day
Get an additional 1160 SQ. FT of shooting space with Studio 2! It has a U-shaped Cyc, which is obviously super cool & awesome. Shoot stills in here while rolling motion in there other studio, or use it as a space for your art department! What you do with it is up to you.
25' x 29' x 25' White Cyc, Plus 15' x 29' of Unpainted Production Space -
GIVE ME ALL THE SPACE! $2,000/Day
Includes The Base Package, with all above listed spaces: both studios, and all support rooms! Buy this place out!
Prep day (10 hours) = $1,550
The Gear
Packages
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The Blastoff Motion Package $1,500/Day
The Blastoff Motion Package 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.
Pre-Light Day (10 Hours) = $1,150 -
The Blastoff Stills Package $1,250/Day
The Blastoff Stills Package our in-house, all-you-can-use photo gear package! It includes an insane amount of photo EQ, including Profoto Heads, Packs and modifiers, the Broncolor Para 222 and 88, Manfrotto Mega Boom 425B, stands, hardware, flags, apple boxes and more! All for one incredibly low flat rate.
Pre-Light Day (10 Hours) = $950 -
The Blastoff Motion & Stills Package $2,250/Day
OK, now we're just getting crazy! This is both of the above packages, literally every piece of gear we own, exclusively and all-inclusively yours! Including all lighting, grip, frames and fabrics, dolly, Cambo stand, every modifier, every source. EVERYTHING!
Pre-Light Day (10 Hours) = $1,700
What Else?
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Fresh White Floor in Studio 1 $325
Need the Studio 1 floor to be crisp white? Add this, and it will look brand new when you arrive for your shoot. Please note that the floor comes "as-is" if this is not added to your booking.
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Fresh White Floor in Studio 2 $200
Need the Studio 2 floor to be crisp white? Add this, and it will look brand new when you arrive for your shoot. Please note that the floor comes "as-is" if this is not added to your booking.
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Custom Paint Job $-$$$
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!
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The Wardrobe Pro Package $50/Day
One Jiffy Steamer not enough? Add a Jiffy J-4000, and a Rowenta Pro 1800w Steam Iron & Rowena Pro ironing board for a flat package rate!
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Free-Standing Makeup Mirror $20
Turn any area into a makeup room with this mobile makeup mirror! Dimmable, daylight LED bulbs, sits on any table or sturdy surface. Comes included with the Multi-Purpose Support Space, or add it on its own!
SOUNDPROOFED
Pre-Lit Cyc*
*Space Lighting Is Additional
GEAR ON-SITE
CLEAN CREATIVE SPACE
Floor Plans & Lot Site Map
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Take a minute to (literally) fly through our space!
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Phone: 416-844-0191
Business & Sales Hours: 10AM-6PM Monday-Friday
Studio Hours: 24/7 (By Appointment)
Office Hours: By Appointment