Guest Photography Policy

The Foundation welcomes everyone to enjoy the Stark Cultural Venues (SCV) and the many photographic opportunities that they have to offer. Guests to the SCV are welcome to photograph their personal experiences for their own private and non-commercial use. Please note that special occasion photo shoots, professional, or commercial photography and videography are not permitted without advanced registration and approval.

Any guest or photographer interested in using the SCV for photography other than personal experiences must contact the venue and request prior authorization. To schedule a special occasion photoshoot, or inquire on other professional or commercial photography, please contact Haley Seymour.

Photographers or guests interested in special occasion photo shoots at the SCV, including bridal or engagement portraits, senior portraits, birthdays, or other special events, as well as family and group photos that may be posed or staged, should contact the SCV in advance of a photo shoot to request permission and obtain a temporary photography permit.

Professional photographers wishing to host private sessions or any other professional or commercial photographers with the intention of promoting or selling a product or service are not permitted to photograph at any SCV without prior written authorization and completion of the SCV Film & Photography Permission Form, Agreement and Release.

Advanced scheduling is required. Guests or photographers arriving at SCV to conduct any type of photoshoot without prior scheduling may result in refusal of permission.

For the safety of all guests, anyone entering any SCV, or other Stark Foundation property, is expected to follow all rules and guidelines for that venue during their visit. SCV and the Stark Foundation reserve the right to refuse, revoke, or deny the admission of any guest for non-compliance with the policies and rules set forth on this website.

For the courtesy and safety of all guests, photographers are also expected to follow Photography Policy Rules and Regulations listed below:

    • Guests are permitted to photograph on the exterior of the Lutcher Theater as long as they remain out of the fenced areas. Guests to the Theater can photograph in the lobby during open hours pre and post shows. Theater guests are encouraged to use photo booths and backdrops that may be set up in the lobby. Guests to the Theater should understand that due to copyright laws and in consideration of the performers, there is no photography or videoing allowed inside the Theater during a show unless permission is given by the performing artist.