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The Narrative LA · West Adams, South LA

At The Narrative LA, we believe in mutual partnership. We are here to help you tell and promote your creative narrative and journey — not just host your event. We want to work with creators of all mediums, backgrounds, and communities to do exactly that. When you show up for your audience, we show up for you.

Social Media & Cross-Promotion Terms

By applying and entering into a residency agreement with The Narrative LA, residents agree to the following mutual promotion terms:

The Narrative LA agrees to: Feature your events, work, and story across our Instagram, Threads, email database, and in-space visibility. Tag and credit you in all promotional content. Co-promote your events to our members and community.

Residents agree to: Actively promote their events and residency to their own audience and community. Tag @TheNarrativeLA and all agreed upon vendors in all event-related social media posts. Share at least one promotional post per event to their own channels prior to the event date. Collaborate in good faith on content that tells your story and ours together.

All content featuring The Narrative LA must be accurate and reflect the values of our community. The Narrative LA reserves the right to repost and repurpose resident-tagged content for promotional purposes with credit. Revenue terms vary by residency type - see each tab for full details. Effective May 26, 2026 for all new agreements.

Food and Beverage Residency

We are looking for intentional food and beverage vendors who understand community. Good food is not the backdrop here. It is part of the experience.

Revenue Terms - Effective May 26, 2026

Food Sales: The Narrative LA receives 15% of gross food sales per activation.

Catering Contracts: The Narrative LA receives 20% of gross catering contracts booked through or hosted at the space.

📅 Resident Event Allowance: Residents may host 1–2 paid events per month and 1 free community event per month.

🍵 Tea Policy: Paid events - complimentary unlimited tea by @PourTeaLA is included for all guests at no charge. Free events - guests pay for tea à la carte through @PourTeaLA, or the resident may provide their own beverages.

All paid ticket sales must go through The Narrative LA website. Co-promotion to our members and database included with every event.

Select all dates you're interested in. We'll review availability and follow up to confirm. Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays are standard - other days subject to availability.

Thank you for your interest in The Narrative LA.

We review every application with care and will reach out directly if there is alignment. We look forward to building something meaningful together.

Have questions before submitting? Reach out to us directly at storytime@thenarrativela.com

Applications are reviewed and we will reach out if there is alignment.

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Application Received

Thank you for applying to the Food and Beverage Residency at The Narrative LA. We've received your application and will be in touch if there is alignment.

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What Happens Next

We review every application and will reach out if there is alignment.

Check your email:

Questions? Email storytime@thenarrativela.com

🕯️ The Narrative LA · West Adams, South LA

Artist & Creator Residency

This is not exposure. This is a real partnership with a community that pays attention. If you have something to create, we have a room for it.

Final agreement terms are customized for each artist based on their desired partnership. Please fill out this form to let us know what type of partnership you are looking for so that we can create a custom agreement tailored to you.

Revenue Split Guidelines - Effective May 26, 2026

These are starting-point guidelines only. Your final agreement will be customized to your specific partnership.

Events & Ticket Sales: 60% to artist · 40% to The Narrative LA on all ticket sales.

Merchandise (paint kits, tee shirts, coasters, poster prints): 60% to artist · 40% to The Narrative LA. All items produced in collaboration with @paintitoff. All sales must go through The Narrative LA platform. Artists enroll as contractors on our affiliate platform and receive biweekly payouts. Artists are responsible for providing high-resolution, scanned images to The Narrative LA for all production.

* Gallery exhibitions: Art displayed in The Narrative LA gallery is subject to a 70/30 split - 70% to artist · 30% to The Narrative LA on all gallery sales. Artwork is displayed for 1–2 months, duration determined by mutual agreement between the artist and venue at time of signing.

📅 Resident Event Allowance: Residents may host 1–2 paid events per month and 1 free community event per month.

🍵 Tea Policy: Paid events - complimentary unlimited tea by @PourTeaLA is included for all guests at no charge. Free events - guests pay for tea à la carte through @PourTeaLA, or the resident may provide their own beverages.

All paid ticket sales must go through The Narrative LA website. Co-promotion to our members and database included with every event.

Visual Artist
Photographer
Videographer
Musician
Content Creator
Podcaster
Oil Painting
Acrylic
Watercolor
Mixed Media
Digital Art
Photography
Illustration
Sculpture
Printmaking
Textile / Fiber
Collage
Other

Merchandise Collaboration - @paintitoff

For events, The Narrative LA collaborates with @paintitoff to produce branded merchandise including paint kits, t-shirts, coasters, and poster prints featuring your artwork. Artists receive 60% of all merchandise sales.

Artist responsibilities: Provide high-resolution, scanned images of your work to The Narrative LA for all production purposes.

All sales must go through The Narrative LA platform. Artists are required to sign up as a contractor on our affiliate platform to receive biweekly payouts.

Select all dates you're interested in. Wed, Fri & Sat are standard - other days subject to availability and may require a $75–$150 deposit.

Thank you for your interest in The Narrative LA.

We review every application with care and will reach out directly if there is alignment. We look forward to building something meaningful together.

Have questions before submitting? Reach out to us directly at storytime@thenarrativela.com

Applications are reviewed and we will reach out if there is alignment.

✓ Thank You for Applying!

Your application has been received and is being reviewed.

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Application Received

Thank you for applying to the Artist and Creator Residency at The Narrative LA. We've received your application and will be in touch if there is alignment.

Your Application Summary

What Happens Next

We review every application and will reach out if there is alignment.

Check your email:

Questions? Email storytime@thenarrativela.com

🕯️ The Narrative LA · West Adams, South LA

Workshop Host Residency

If you hold space with intention, we want to hold space for you.

Revenue Split - Two Tiers, You Choose - Effective May 26, 2026

Standard Tier (70/30): You keep 70% of ticket sales · The Narrative LA receives 30%. You drive your own promotion and audience.

Co-Promotion Tier (60/40): You keep 60% of ticket sales · The Narrative LA receives 40%. We actively co-promote your event to our full community across email, social, and in-space visibility.

📅 Resident Event Allowance: Workshop hosts may schedule 1–2 paid events per month and 1 free community event per month.

🍵 Tea Policy: Paid events - complimentary unlimited tea by @PourTeaLA is included for all guests at no charge. Free events - guests pay for tea à la carte through @PourTeaLA, or the host may provide their own beverages.

All paid ticket sales must go through The Narrative LA website. Co-promotion to our members and database included with every event.

All ticket sales must go through The Narrative LA website for transparency and accurate revenue tracking. Minimum attendance of 15 guests required to utilize the space.

Select the tier that best fits how you plan to work with us. This can be discussed further once we connect.

Standard
70 / 30
You promote your own event and drive your audience. The Narrative LA provides the space, setup, and PourTeaLA.
You keep 70%
Co-Promotion
60 / 40
We actively co-promote your event - email list, social posts, in-space visibility, and community push.
You keep 60%

See your estimated earnings before you apply. Minimum 15 guests required. All ticket sales processed through The Narrative LA website.

Enter your ticket price and expected guests above to see your earnings.

Select all dates you're interested in. Wed, Fri & Sat are standard - other days subject to availability and may require a $75–$150 deposit.

Thank you for your interest in The Narrative LA.

We review every application with care and will reach out directly if there is alignment. We look forward to building something meaningful together.

Have questions before submitting? Reach out to us directly at storytime@thenarrativela.com

Applications are reviewed and we will reach out if there is alignment.

✓ Thank You for Applying!

Your application has been received and is being reviewed.

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Application Received

Thank you for applying to the Workshop Host Residency at The Narrative LA. We've received your application and will be in touch if there is alignment.

Your Application Summary

What Happens Next

We review every application and will reach out if there is alignment.

Check your email:

Questions? Email storytime@thenarrativela.com

🕯️ The Narrative LA · West Adams, South LA

Non-Profit Fundraiser Residency

The room is here for your community, vision, and energy.

Revenue Split - Effective May 26, 2026

All agreements signed on or after May 26, 2026: 60% to resident · 40% to The Narrative LA on all ticket sales. Discounted non-profit pricing available - inquire at storytime@thenarrativela.com.

📅 Event Scheduling: Non-profits may host up to 2 events per month. Recurring bookings and custom scheduling available - contact us directly at storytime@thenarrativela.com.

🍵 Tea Policy: Paid events - complimentary unlimited tea by @PourTeaLA included for all guests at no charge. Free events - guests pay for tea à la carte through @PourTeaLA, or the host may provide their own beverages.

All paid ticket sales must go through The Narrative LA website. Co-promotion to our members and database included with every event.

Select all dates you're interested in. We'll review availability and follow up to confirm. Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays are standard - other days subject to availability.

Thank you for your interest in The Narrative LA.

We review every application with care and will reach out directly if there is alignment. We look forward to building something meaningful together.

Have questions before submitting? Reach out to us directly at storytime@thenarrativela.com

Applications are reviewed and we will reach out if there is alignment. Discounted non-profit pricing available.

✓ Thank You for Applying!

Your application has been received and is being reviewed.

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Application Received

Thank you for applying to the Non-Profit Fundraiser Residency at The Narrative LA. We've received your application and will be in touch if there is alignment.

Your Application Summary

What Happens Next

We review every application and will reach out if there is alignment.

Check your email:

Questions? Email storytime@thenarrativela.com

🕯️ The Narrative LA · West Adams, South LA

Communitea Hosting

The Narrative LA is a home for community - not just events. If your group is ready to turn your gatherings into a real experience, you belong here.

Communitea is our community group hosting program - designed for run clubs, book clubs, social clubs, mommy groups, and any group ready to host ticketed gatherings. Bring your people. We'll hold the space.

Requirements & What's Included

Paid experiences only. All Communitea gatherings must be ticketed events. Minimum ticket price of $15 per person · Minimum 15 guests required to utilize the space.

Each group receives a 4-hour block. Plan your experience accordingly - arrival, gathering, and close-out all within your allotted time.

📅 Event Allowance: Groups may host 1–2 paid experiences per month and 1 free community gathering per month.

🍵 Tea Policy: Paid events - complimentary unlimited tea by @PourTeaLA included for all guests at no charge. Free events - guests pay for tea à la carte through @PourTeaLA, or the group may provide their own beverages.

All paid ticket sales must go through The Narrative LA website for transparency. Co-promotion to our members and database included with every activation.

Space availability is subject to confirmation. Recurring group bookings available. Contact storytime@thenarrativela.com for scheduling.

🏃 Run Club
📚 Book Club
🤝 Social Club
👶 Mommy Group
🌿 Wellness Group
🎨 Creative Group
💼 Business Networking
📖 Study Group
⚽ Sports Club
Other

Select all dates you're interested in. We'll review availability and follow up to confirm. Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays are standard - other days subject to availability.

Thank you for your interest in The Narrative LA.

We review every application with care and will reach out directly if there is alignment. We look forward to building something meaningful together.

Have questions before submitting? Reach out to us directly at storytime@thenarrativela.com

Applications are reviewed and we will reach out if there is alignment.

✓ Thank You for Reaching Out!

Your Communitea application has been received.

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Application Received

Thank you for applying to host with The Narrative LA through our Communitea program. We love what you're building and we'll be in touch if there's alignment.

Your Application Summary

What Happens Next

We review every application and will reach out if there is alignment.

Check your email:

Questions? Email storytime@thenarrativela.com

🕯️ The Narrative LA · West Adams, South LA