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All of the following are available at no charge unless otherwise noted:

Sound Stage Dimensions: 80’ X 120’ with 35’ to the grid.

Specialty-built A/C System: Only sound stage in the world with 11 custom built A/C units operated by a Lutron remote control system that are designed to turn on and off hundreds of times per day on command. The A/C units drop off in 5 seconds and return to full A/C operation upon “Cut” within 30 seconds.

Water Tank Drains: There are 10 Quick-release water drains throughout the perimeter to accommodate water tanks that can be constructed to a depth of 25’ and cover as much floor space as needed.

Fire Smoke Evacuation System: It contains a dynamic smoke evacuation system which can accommodate live fires inside the sound stage of any kind. There are four massive blowers on the roof connected to eight louvered outlets on the walls and ceiling that electronically turn on and open upon command which evacuate the smoke in two minutes.

Power: There are 3,200 amps of power inside the sound stage. There are mouse holes in the building to accommodate any amount of power that may need to be brought in.

Satellite Broadcasts: The mouse holes also will accommodate live feeds to satellite trucks for world-wide broadcasting.

Catwalk/Cameras: The catwalk system is extra wide to accommodate cameras and maneuverability for direction for shots up in the catwalk and to the floor below for direct overhead shots.

Multi-purpose Room: The sound stage auxiliary building can be used as a theater lobby, a production office, green room, staging area or a rehearsal hall.

Trailer Parking & Power: There is trailer a parking area next to the sound stage containing full power for bangers, star wagons, hair/makeup/wardrobe trailers and more.

Hurricane-proof Sound Stage: The sound stage is constructed of 18 concrete/rebar tilt-wall slabs weighing 50 tons each. The roof is designed specifically for Florida rain, storms and hurricanes constructed with concrete and seven additional layers of insulation for maximum quiet. The building will withstand 200 mph winds.

Load-in Doors: There is a 22’ tall elephant load-in door and a 12’ 3-ton door vacuum sealed load-in side door. There are four additional sound-lock doors for entry.

Production Bungalow: Located next to the sound stage is new Production Bungalow with green room for Stars, their entourages and their children. There is a dressing room/bedroom, a kitchenette, a conference room with meeting table for 6 persons and a handicap bathroom with shower.

Production Offices: The Production Offices measure 2500 sq. ft. and have 12 offices including two conference rooms.

Parking: Ample parking is provided with turn-around for 18-wheelers.

Set Construction Shop: Set construction shop is available when needed.

Picture Car Paint Shop: Car, truck and prop paint shop with high exhaust fans available when needed.

Assembly, Construction, Staging Area: An non-air conditioned 3800 sq. ft. metal shed space is available for all types of shop work.

Additional Property: G-Star is purchasing a one acre lot next to the sound stage to build another sound stage on in the future. One half of the acre lot can be utilized by the film company for parking, tents for catering, etc.

Additional no charge: A 7-ton capacity forklift and a 25' scissor lift for high shots.

Rental: A 600 amp Genny, a 5-ton grip package, a million-dollar prop trailer & shop, 40’ Snorkel lift.

 
Fees:

Payment is due  in Advance

G-Star Studios/Sound Stage Lease Contract requires full payment(s) in advance (prior to turn-key). A Damage/Overage Deposit (listed below) will be held for a period of 60 days post departure to cover unforeseen, extreme, unique or additional costs incurred during the use of the Sound Stage. Certificate of Insurance ($1,000,000) required 72 hours in advance listing G-Star Studios as Co-Insured.

 

Cost of Incidentals

The cost of incidentals is pro-rated per month include:

Damage/Overage Deposit - $1000

Electric - $100/day

Housekeeping/Janitorial - $100/day including sound stage, $50/day not including sound stage

Trash Removal - $50 per week

Internet – $40 per month

Copy machines - copies at 10 cents/page

Phone – Production Company to use its own cell phones

Supplies – paper goods (i.e., tp, tissue, paper towels, etc.) $50 per week

Water – $25 per week

Property damaged/broken/missing will be considered “purchased” by the lessee.

A cancellation fee may be incurred if less than 72 hours notice is given.

Default on Production Dates

A default penalty that may incur should the leasing party require a change in arranged dates. The amount shall be negotiated prior to the Lessee taking possession of the property. Should no conflict occur in conjunction with a date change, no default penalty will be charged. Special consideration is exercised for unique contract holders, such as a party contracting for an extended period of time.

Contracts will require deposits paid in full, in advance, with an allotted timeframe for payment, plus a guarantee to cover any outstanding balance.

 
Stage Manager for use of Sound Stage only

Stage Manager [Art Shipee] AKA “World Wide Entertainment Services” will separately invoice by independently generating his own invoice/contracts. Following notification by Greg Hauptner, Stage Manager will deliver his invoice/contract to accountant Richard Gurevitz. Art Shipee’s fees and charges $35 per hour; $187.50 for 5 hour day; $385 for a 10-hour day; $52.50/hour for next 6 hours over 10 hours; plus an additional $17/hour for hours extending beyond 16 hours.
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