Springer Auditorium was re-shaped to reduce the acoustic volume and improve sightlines. Adding a third orchestra pit moved the symphony closer to the audience. Schuler Shook consulted with the resident companies and the design team to specify rigging for scenery, the canopy and apron lighting; a new dimming and power distribution system; new pit lift elevators and stage traps; and new seating layouts.
Cincinnati Music Hall
Cincinnati, OH
Schuler Shook provided Theatre Planning and Architectural Lighting Design services for a significant renovation of the Cincinnati Music Hall, the primary home of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, the Cincinnati Opera, and the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. The Cincinnati Ballet and many other groups also perform at the Music Hall.
The design work carefully balanced the existing historic building with the appropriate stage technology to support the programming needs of these world-class companies.
The renovation of Music Hall carefully balances the needs of the Cincinnati Opera, Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Orchestra, Pops Orchestra, May Festival Chorus, and the Cincinnati Arts Association. These organizations were wonderful partners during the design process.”
Michael Burgoyne
Partner
Minneapolis, New York
Architectural lighting design services were provided for the hall, the facade and all public areas including Corbett Tower and the lobby.
Project Details
Service
Sector
Architect
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OTJ Architects
Acoustician
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Akustiks
Recognition
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IES Illumination Design Award Special Citation for Historic Renovation, 2019
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Live Design Excellence In Installation Award, 2018
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Building Design + Construction Reconstruction Platinum Award, 2018
