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(575) 336-4800

Spencer Theater
for the Performing Arts

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Facility Rental

The theater is available for rental for rehearsal dinner functions, weddings, receptions and other special events.


The theater features a state of the art 514 seat "stage house," a back outdoor stage, Crystal Lobby area, kitchen facilities, a stage area that has been used for banquets, parties and receptions, and the Founder's Room (which can only be rented by a Spencer Directors Circle, or above, contributor). The theater offers full bar service and catering if desired.


Rental rates are very hard to quote because each event normally comes with differing labor, equipment and food requirements. Also, there are charges related to use of our ticketing system if it is required.


Outside catering is allowed only by licensed caterers.


For information contact Charles Centilli at (575) 336-0011 or email him at charles@spencertheater.com

Weddings at the Spencer Theater

The most elegant of Ruidoso weddings are planned at the Spencer Theater, an ultra private landmark performing arts center with indoor and outdoor venues for your perfect day. Parking for over 200, a full service bar, executive chef and kitchen, REALLY professional dressing rooms and a dance floor good enough for the Moscow Ballet. The Spencer has become such a popular wedding site that next year there will likely be more weddings and receptions at the Spencer Theater than Broadway shows! Professionally staffed for your special day. The theater also houses four major glass installations by Dale Chihuly, the perfect backdrop for your wedding album. Available for your wedding ceremony, reception or rehearsal in Ruidoso, New Mexico. 

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Wedding Rental Rates

The theater is available for rental or rehearsal dinner functions, weddings, receptions and other special events.


The theater features a state of the art 514 seat "stage house," a back outdoor stage, Crystal Lobby area, kitchen facilities, a stage area that has been uses for banquets, parties and receptions and the Founders Room (which can only be rented by a Spencer Directors Circle, or above, contributor.) The theater offers full bar service if desired.


Rental rates are very hard to quote because each event normally comes with differing labor, equipment and food requirements.  Also, there are charges related to use our ticketing system if it is required.


Wedding Costs Crystal Lobby Rental $2,500.00 (12 hour period)

Stage House $2,500.00 (12 hour period)

Orchestra Shell $600.00

Founders Room $3,500.00 (12 hour period)

Lawn Prep for Outdoor $600.00

Dressing Rooms $650.00 (12 hour period)

Snow Removal if Necessary $500.00

Chairs $1.75 per chair

Tables $10.00 per table 

Tall Boy Tables $7.50 per table

China Rental $7.00 per setting

Outside Caterer Fee $10.00 per attendee

Outside Caterer Use of House China $7.00 per setting

Linens $9.00 per setting

3-Tier Wedding Columns $85.00

Rec Table Skirting $25.00 per table

Open Flow Soda/Coffee $6.00 per attendee

Gross Receipts Tax: N/A (Non-Profit Organization)

Labor costs contingent upon set up & number attending
(Tech, Custodial, Bar, Prep, etc......Labor)


All rates are plus out-of-pocket costs for material and labor. Labor costs contingent upon set up and the number attending (tech, custodial, bar, prep, etc., etc.). All rates reflect a 12 hour time limit. Last call for bar service ends 90 minutes prior to event's ending. Ask about special rates that apply to non-profit and community groups.
* All rates are subject to change.

Catering at the Spencer Theater

Buffet Service:  $49.00 per plate
Wait Staff Service:  $59.00 per plate

Special Options: The Spencer Theater also offers Vegetarian, Mexican, 

Italian & Oriental Based Cuisine menus.

Sample Hors d'oeuvres Options:

$9.00 per hors d'oeuvre - 4 choices = $36.00 per person


The Spencer Theater will customize your dinner menu.
Dinner includes fresh garden salad, dinner rolls & dessert.
Please choose one set menu for your group.



Sample Dinner Options: Buffet or Seated


Prime Rib Dinner

Herb Crusted Prime Rib, Truffled Parmesan Asparagus, Roasted Yukon Gold Potato, Creamy Horseradish, Au Jus

Rosemary Chicken Breast

 Grilled 8oz Airline Chicken Breast, Wild Rice, Haricot Verts, Rosemary Cream Sauce

Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Roasted Pork Tenderloin with an Herb Honey Butter Glaze, Braised Red Cabbage and Apple Slaw, Sweet Potato Mash

Pecan Crusted Atlantic Salmon

 Baked Crusted Salmon, Wild Rice, Broccolini 

Veggie Assam Curry

 Eggplant, Okra, Tomato, and Cabbage w/a Sweet and Spicy Curry Served with Steamed Rice

Sample Buffet Options: 

Italian: 

 Italian Vinaigrette Salad

 Choice of: Lasagna Bolognese or Green Chile Chicken Lasagna

 Lemon Broccoli

 Garlic Bread

 Dessert

South of the Border:

 Mexican Caesar Salad

 Choice of: Enchilada Bar or Fajita Bar

 Borracho Beans

 Clabacitas

 Chips and Salsa

 Dessert

Asian:

 Chinois Salad

 Choice of: Korean BBQ Beef, Pork, or Chicken

 Choice of: Steamed Rice or Coconut Rice

 Stir Fry Asian Veggies

 Accompanied Various Pickled Vegetables

 Dessert

Sample Dessert Options:

 White Chocolate Cheesecake

Mocha Chocolate Ganache Cake

 Lemon Sour Cream Cake

 Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie

 Apple Dumplings

 Buttermilk Pie

 Cream Puffs



Sample Hor D’oeuvres Options:


Chicken Wonton’s

 Served w/ soy Asian dipping sauce

Pork Steam Buns

 Hoisin pork, cucumber slaw, Chinese steam buns

Veggie Spring Roll

 Cabbage, Carrot, Mushroom, Green Onion, Cilantro, Glass Noodles

Southwest Eggroll 

 Brisket, Black Bean, Corn, Green Chile, and Cheese

Beef Empanada

 Ground Beef, Corn, and Black Bean 

Skewers

 Chicken Satay w/ Peanut sauce

 Beef Satay w/ Hoisin Beef

 Pork Satay w/ General Tso’s Sauce

 Grilled Vegetable 

 Mozzarella Cheese and Heirloom Cherry Tomato w/ Truffle Oil

 Melon and Prosciutto 

Mini Crab Cakes

 Miniature Classic Crab Cakes w/ Red Pepper Coulis and Mango Salsa

Shrimp Cocktail

 Boiled Shrimp, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon

Mini Burgers

 Angus Beef Burgers, Hoisin Ketchup, House-made Sweet Pickles, Sauteed Shallots-Fresno Pepper-Green Onion-Cilantro

Bruschetta

 Capresse

 Olive Tamponade and Prosciutto

 Dill Shrimp Salad

 Blistered Balsamic Heirloom Tomato 

Fruit and Cheese Tray

Assortment of fresh fruit and cheese, Assorted Crackers, Assorted Jams



Sample Breakfast Options: Buffet or Seated


Continental Breakfast

 Assorted Muffins, Bagels and Cream Cheese, Assorted Fresh Fruit, Assorted Cereal

Chicken and Waffles

 Southern Style Fried Chicken and Belgian Waffles, Fresh Fruit

Classic Breakfast

 Scrambled Eggs with Cheese, Choice of Bacon or Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes, Biscuits

Biscuits and Gravy

 House made Biscuits and Sausage Gravy, Fresh Fruit

Breakfast Burrito

 Assorted Breakfast Burritos, Fresh Fruit, Salsa

 (Bacon, Sausage, Veggie)

 


Sample Lunch Options: Buffet, Seated, or Box Lunch


Sides: Potato Chips, Side Garden Salad, French Fries, Fruit Salad, Potato Mac Salad

Soups: Tomato Basil Bisque, Clam Chowder, Barley and Vegetable, 

Carrot and Ginger (hot or chilled)

Salads: Garden, Caesar, Greek, Tabouli, Chopped Wedge Salad

Chicken Salad Sandwich

 House made chicken salad on croissant, Choice of one side

Tuna Salad Sandwich

 House made tuna salad on croissant, Choice of one side

Angus Cheeseburger

 2 - ¼ lb. Ground Angus Beef Patties, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, Choice of one side

Wraps

 Choice of fresh wrap, (Turkey, Chicken, Tuna/Chicken Salad), Choice of one side

½ Soup and Salad Combo

 Choice of Half Salad and House Made Soup

½ Soup and ½ Sandwich

 Choice of Half Wrap or Sandwich and House Made Soup


* All rates are subject to change.

For information contact Charles Centilli at (575) 336-0011 or email him at charles@spencertheater.com 


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