The Hazleton Performing Arts Center is part of a larger effort to reclaim 250 acres of abandoned mine land adjacent to the cityof Hazleton. The Center will occupy approximately 80 acres in the middle of this site with other commercial development to the north and south of it.

The Performing Arts Center will be a 20,000 seat facility (16,000 fixed, 4,000 lawn) with state-of-the-art offices, crew and dressing / lounge space for artists and their staff. Additionally, the Center will include 50,000 SF of vendor / commercial space that is under roof in order to be convertible to convention space.

The actual theater structure is a strong and iconic form, easiliy recognizable and memorable. Using static elements of architecture it creates a sense of movement. Both dynamic and harmonious, the awe-inspiring form is intended to project strength.

This new venue serves as a catalyst for the city of Hazleton for new economic development. It creates new purpose for visitorship / tourism to Hazleton, which will reinvigorate the economy of the region.