Long Center
Texas · United States
The Long Center is proud to say that we’re a product of our environment, and even prouder to say that we’re cultivators of it. They present the performances, music, movies, hangouts, festivals, and countless other interests that unite, delight, and inspire us all. We’re not just putting Austin culture on display. We’re extending a firsthand, front-row invitation to help shape it.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Long Center
Welcome to the Long Center for the Performing Arts. Situated proudly on the shores of the Colorado River, it is an architectural triumph. …
Listen in the app2The City Terrace
We begin on the expansive City Terrace, an elevated public plaza of remarkable scale. From this vantage point, you are granted what is arguably the most breathtaking view of the downtown skyline. …
Listen in the app3The Ring Wall
Observe the massive circular Ring Wall that frames the City Terrace. This iconic structure was preserved from the original Palmer Auditorium, serving as a colossal architectural halo. …
Listen in the app4The Grand Foyer
Stepping through the glass doors, we enter the luminous Grand Foyer. Notice the vast expanses of glass that allow the city skyline to serve as a living backdrop to the interior. …
Listen in the app5Dell Hall
We now gaze into the magnificent Dell Hall, the crown jewel of the complex. This primary performance space seats over two thousand patrons in unparalleled acoustic luxury. …
Listen in the app6Rollins Studio Theater
Tucked away from the main hall is the highly adaptable Rollins Studio Theater. Unlike its grand counterpart, this black-box space is designed for ultimate flexibility and experimental performance. …
Listen in the app7The Skyline Lawn
We conclude our analysis on the sloping green expanse of the Skyline Lawn. During the warmer months, this pristine grass transforms into an immense outdoor amphitheater. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we depart the Long Center, take one final look at the monumental Ring Wall. This facility successfully balances the elite nature of fine arts with radical public accessibility. …
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What is Long Center?
Long Center is a place in Texas · United States with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Texas · United States |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 30.2605, -97.7506 |
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