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Building Together, Issue: 1
December 1, 2024In this issue, we spotlight the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts in Beaverton, Oregon—a state-of-the-art 45,000‑square‑foot multidisciplinary arts center that opened in 2022. Designed by Opsis Architecture and enriched by The Shalleck Collaborative, the center features a 550‑seat proscenium theatre whose back‑lit wood paneling and vivid blue seating evoke the warmth of a beaver’s home and the serene beauty of a pond. A standout is the custom Diva Shell, seamlessly integrated into the building’s architecture to deliver both striking visual appeal and world‑class acoustics.
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What is Rigging?
November 25, 2024Rigging is one of the many important technical elements that bring a production to life. It’s how Elphaba defies gravity and how the magic carpet flies in Aladdin.
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Project Profile: Hemmle Recital Hall at Texas Tech
November 5, 2024Project Renovation Location: Lubbock, TX The Team: BRW Architects Vaughn Construction Kirkegaard | South Description Texas Tech University’s Hemmle Recital Hall hosts over […]
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From Chaos to Convenience: Backstage Storage Solutions with Wenger & GearBoss
October 31, 2024Backstage areas in theatres are notoriously chaotic spaces. The constant movement of costumes, props, and equipment makes organization essential but challenging. Fortunately, Wenger and GearBoss offer robust solutions to help theatres streamline storage, creating organized, efficient spaces that keep productions running smoothly.
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Fall Musical Audition Tips: High School Edition
October 14, 2024‘Tis the season! It’s high school musical audition season, so here are some tips for nailing your audition.
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Project Profile: Jacobs Music Center – San Diego, CA
Project Renovation Location: San Diego, CA The Team: HGA Architects Akustiks Schuler Shook Description The $125 million renovation to the Jacobs Music […]
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What Is Broadway Anyway?
September 24, 2024If you or a loved one is involved in the theater scene, you have likely encountered terms
such as “Broadway”, “Off-Broadway”, “touring show”, “regional theater”, “community
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Challenges and Solutions at Jones Hall in Houston
September 19, 2024Jones Hall, a beloved Houston landmark, has been undergoing extensive renovations over the past few years to enhance the concert-going experience. The interior has […]
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Project Profile: The Patricia Valian Reser Center for the Creative Arts
September 16, 2024Project Description New Construction Completed 2024 Architect: Holst Architecture, H3 Architecture Builder: Hoffman Construction Company Acoustician: Jaffe Holden The Patricia Valian Reser Center […]
Announcement: Texas Scenic Company is now part of Wenger Corporation
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