Symphony Space to Undergo a $45 Million Makeover
The New York Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Symphony Space, a performing arts venue on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, will undergo a $45 million renovation set to reopen in 2028 after a 15-month closure starting at the end of this year.
- The renovation will include a complete interior overhaul, with refurbished theaters featuring improved acoustics and permanent seating, ahead of the venue’s 50th anniversary.
- The iconic metal marquee will be updated and reinstated above Broadway, while the steel entry doors will be removed to create a larger, more open lobby space.
- New facilities such as a classroom and gallery will be added to expand programming options, aiming to maximize the use of limited space for diverse educational and artistic initiatives.
- Executive director Kathy Landau emphasized the focus on optimizing existing space to better serve a wide range of programs, including education and artist residencies.
