Powell Symphony Hall
Erected in 1925 as the St. Louis Theatre, the building now known as Powell Symphony Hall was acquired by the Saint Louis Symphony Society in 1966. Originally designed by the Chicago-based architectural firm of Rapp & Rapp, Powell Symphony Hall reflects European elegance in the classic red, gold, and cream decor of the Wightman Grand Foyer, modeled after the royal chapel at Versailles. The stained-glass window in the front facade features an image of Saint Louis IX, King of France, on horseback-a spectacular sight on concert evenings, when it is illuminated. The genuine feeling of tradition throughout the hall is appropriate for the nation's second-oldest symphony orchestra. (from SLSO website)
Apr 10, 2010
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