Langston Room

The Langston Room

  • Performance space with dinner theater seating
  • Accommodates approximately 85 guests seated, 100 guests standing / mingling reception
  • Perfect for private parties, staff meetings, retreats, stage productions, receptions, fashion shows, fundraisers, spoken word events, concerts, panel discussions, book signings and more
  • Features the Peace and Struggle wall, a thought-provoking mural

Langston Room Technical Capabilities
  • An 18 x 18 foot stage
  • A retractable 10-foot projection screen
  • DVD and computer (internet to screen) capabilities
  • Professional stage lighting
  • High-quality, professional sound with 7 top-of-the-line speakers, including 1 stage monitor, 3 wired microphones and 1 cordless mic available
  • Mackie DFX-12 Mixer
  • Click here for a floorplan
    • The Gallery

    The Gallery

    • High-ceiling dining room
    • 500 square feet
    • Accommodates approximately 60 guests
    • Perfect for intimate receptions and semi-private parties
    • Features temporary exhibits from local artists
    The Gallery is not an enclosed space and is subject to sounds carrying from the lounge
    The Gallery

    The Busboys Lounge

    Busboys Lounge is the heart of our space. From certain vantage points in the lounge, you can view Busboys and Poets in its entirety. The Busboys Lounge may only be rented as part of a full restaurant rental.
    • The large, chic living room you have always wanted
    • 1,200 square feet of open high-ceiling space
    • Accommodates approximately 150 guests
    • Perfect for mixers, fundraisers, receptions and public events
    • Features plush sofas, easy chairs, occasional and coffee tables
    Robeson Room

    Robeson Room (Shirlington Village, VA)

    Named after actor, singer, and activist Paul Robeson. The space can comfortably seat 85 people for a sit-down dinner or workshop, or up to 120 people for a meet and mingle, social event. The Robeson room is sound insulated, not sound proofed.
    Room Capabilities:
    • 12.5' x 13.5' stage
    • Three microphones (one wireless)
    • Separate, high quality sound system
    • 12' screen projector capable of playing DVDs, VHS tapes, and cable TV
    • 8-channel sound board
    • Projector is also laptop and Internet ready
    Cullen Room

    The Cullen Room (5th & K)

    Named in honor of Poet,anthologist, novelist, translator, children's writer, and playwright, Countee Cullen. The space can comfortably seat 90 guests for a sit-down dinner or workshop, or up to 125 people for a meet and mingle, social event .
    • Private Room
    • 12' X 12' Stage
    • 12' Projection Screen
    • Three Microphones (one wireless)
    • 8-channel sound board
    • Perfect for authors, poets, mixers, fundraisers, receptions and public events
    the Loft

    the Loft (5th & K)

    Located atop a grand spiral staircase, the second story loft overlooks the bustling space below. The space can comfortably seat 50 guests for a sit-down dinner or up to 70 people for a meet and mingle, social event.
    Room Capabilities:
    • An eclectic mix of furniture allows you to lounge on a plush sofa or dine at a traditional table
    • Private bar
    • Accessible by elevator
    The Patio

    The Patio (5th & K)

    The patio can comfortably seat 80 guests or up to 125 people for a meet and mingle, social event.

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