Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall explained

Earl and Darielle Linehan
Concert Hall
Address:Performing Arts & Humanities Bldg.
Hilltop Circle & Hilltop Road
City:Baltimore, Maryland
Country:United States
Coordinates:39.2557°N -76.716°W
Architect:William Rawn Associates
Grimm and Parker Architects
Owner:University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Capacity:375

The Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall, previously known as the UMBC Concert Hall is the main theater of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County campus in Baltimore, Maryland. The theater is located in the Performing Arts and Humanities Building, the university's home for Ancient Studies, Dance, English, Music, Philosophy, and Theatre departments.[1] The theater is the designated concert hall for the university's symphony orchestra and other ensembles.[2]

Construction began in 2012 and was completed in the fall of 2014. The concert hall provides space for an orchestra, stage, and seating up to 375 individuals.[3]

Awards

Along with the rest of the Performing Arts and Humanities Building, the Concert Hall was issued LEED silver status by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

In addition, the building was giver the Higher Education Design Award by the American Institute of Architects Baltimore Chapter.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: UMBC: Inviting Inspiration. umbc.edu. 2014-11-24.
  2. Web site: UMBC Department of Music : The UMBC Symphony Orchestra. umbc.edu. 2014-11-24.
  3. Web site: New UMBC arts center is built for show - Baltimore Sun. articles.baltimoresun.com. 2014-11-24.
  4. Web site: Excellence in Design Awards - AIABaltimore. aiabaltimore.org. 2014-11-24.