The internationally-acclaimed, Tony® Award-winning Old Globe located in Balboa Park is one of the most renowned regional theatres in the country, and has stood as San Diego’s flagship arts institution for over 70 years. In order to ensure the long-term vitality of the theatre, the Old Globe decided to rejuvenate the campus. They selected DPR Construction to build the 250-seat in-the-round space that replaces the Cassius Carter Centre Stage as the Globe’s second stage, immediately adjacent to the existing Old Globe Theatre. Adhering to the Elizabethan architectural style, the new theatre-in-the-round and plaza share the design elements of the historic Old Globe Campus. The 30,000-sq.-ft. five-level (Trap, Stage, Entry, Grid and Education levels), technology advanced performace space includes 6,200 sq. ft of classroom space, flexible cabaret space, dressing rooms, below grade support space, a lobby area, and a pub area with outdoor seating. Although this building is structurally separated as a self-supporting building, it was functionally integrated into the existing theatre complex. Improvements were also performed on the 14,000 sq. ft. plaza in front of the new theatre center.

Project Information

Project Address: 

The Old Globe at Balboa Park

Project Owner/ Developer: 

The Old Globe Theatre

Owner Contact Name/ Email: 

Michael Murphy

Project Architect/ Designer: 

LMN Architects

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