All persons and items entering the Mesa Arts Center are subject to search. Mesa Arts Center management reserves the right to refuse any item deemed a potential safety or security risk or with the potential to be a distraction to the event being held.
Screenings will be performed by trained professional contracted security staff and may include, but are not limited to:
- Visual screening
- Bag, case, coat, and hat screenings
- Hand-held magnetometers
- Walk-through magnetometers and/or threat detection systems
Mesa Arts Center Theater Events Bag Policy
- Clear Plastic, Vinyl, or PVC Bags (Max Size 12” x 6” x 12”)
- Small Bag/Clutch Approximately the size of a Folded Piece of Letter Paper (Max Size 8.5” x 5.5”)
Prohibited Items
FOR EVERYONE’S ENJOYMENT AND SAFETY, THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE NOT PERMITTED:
- Outside Food or Beverage including alcohol
- Illegal Substances and paraphernalia
- Weapons of Any Kind including firearms, knives, tasers, etc.
- Fireworks or incendiary devices of any kind
- Harmful chemicals such as mace, pepper spray, etc.
- Posters or large signs (larger than 8.5” x 11”)
- Professional Cameras / Audio Recording Devices
- Laser pointers
- Balloons, Silly String, Selfie Sticks
- Airhorns, vuvuzelas, or other noise makers
- Bags, Purses, or Backpacks That Do Not Adhere to the Mesa Arts Center Bag Policy
- Animals that do not provide a service or task as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act
- No professional cameras, flash cameras, or recording devices are allowed in the theaters. Additional restrictions may apply.
*There is no on-site storage for unauthorized bags or items. Please do not bring any of the above-listed prohibited items with you.
The following items are permitted:
- 2 Sealed Bottles of Water per Person, up to 20 oz.
- Bags that adhere to the Mesa Arts Center Bag Policy
The following exceptions will be made after a proper inspection for:
- Diaper bags
- Oversized medically necessary items
- Equipment of media outlets by Mesa Arts Center Staff
Photographer/Videographer Campus Policy
Family photos are welcomed and approved without prior notice. However, any professional photo shoots or filming activities require prior approval from our Event Services team. We have a vibrant, active campus and respect of others and Mesa Arts Center activities is required. This ensures that all professional activities are coordinated and do not interfere with the enjoyment and safety of all our visitors.
To request approval for professional photo shoots or filming, please contact our Event Services team at 480-644-6589 or Rentals@mesaartscenter.com. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.
