Chandler Center for the Arts Completes Install of 1,540 Refurbished Seats

Jan. 27, 2010 - PRLog -- CHANDLER, Ariz.  —After a brief revitalizing getaway and makeover in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the 1,540 seats  have returned to Chandler Center for the Arts’ to wow audiences with a fresh new look. With Phase 2 of its $6.7 million renovation nearly complete, The Chandler Center for the Arts is preparing to reinstall the seats in its main theater beginning Feb. 8th and with anticipated completion on Feb. 9th. The seats, which were originally installed in 1989, were recently removed and shipped to Irwin Seating Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan to be cleaned, reupholstered and repaired.

After 20 years of wear and tear, the seats’ upholstery and hardware needed to be refurbished for both patron comfort and overall appearance.   The quieter and cleaner refurbished seats are one of the most-anticipated components of the Center’s renovations during its 20th anniversary year.

The main stage will remain closed for renovations during the current season. In November 2009, The Center reinstalled refurbished seats in the 350-seat Bogle Theater and 250-seat Recital Hall in, to accommodate performances in those theaters.

Cinderella, performed by Mesa-based dance company Ballet Etudes, will be the first performance following renovations, to be featured in the main theater on May 14-16, 2010 and kick off the re-opening celebrations.

The voter-approved $6.7 million renovations also include the replacement of the Center’s rigging system, ADA improvements, air conditioning upgrades, new carpeting, installation of handrails in the auditorium, new signage, terrace improvements and other facility-related refurbishments.

For a full list of 2009-2010 season events please visit http://chandlercenter.org/performances.html

       
 
About Chandler Center for the Arts

The Chandler Center for the Arts is jointly owned by the City of Chandler and the Chandler Unified School District.  The Chandler Cultural Foundation was contracted in 1989 by the City of Chandler as a means to facilitate programming and fund development for the Chandler Center for the Arts.  
As a nonprofit organization, the Center relies on a variety of funding sources to help underwrite internationally acclaimed artists, educate young audiences, create important community programs and maintain our remarkable facility. Ticket sales and other earned income do not completely cover the costs of the Center’s numerous programs and education offerings. Only support from individuals, corporations, foundations and our public partners can make these programs possible.
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