University
of Delaware, Newark
Newark, DE
Completion: May 2006
Size: 87,000 gsf
Cost: $31 million
This arts complex is a multi-level facility built on a site formerly occupied
by a surface parking lot. It has rehearsal and performance space, music
practice rooms, performer and stage support areas, and public venues. It
also accommodates instructional needs and provides space for campus and
community events.
Among the features:
- 450-seat proscenium theater
- 200-seat recital hall
- 300-seat music rehearsal hall
- Theater rehearsal room
- 32 music practice rooms
- Administrative offices
The capacity to accept a 42.000 gsf, 800-seat concert
hall is part of the design.
The project was part of a two-phase program that began with the construction
of a 750- car, 220,000 gsf parking garage on five levels.
