Why is the Van Wezel purple?

Why is the Van Wezel purple?

The Van Wezel was painted purple because: Wright’s widow suggested it. Purple is the color of royalty, and Sarasota looked forward to the “royalty of performers” appearing in the theater. The paint was donated by a local paint dealer, and that’s the color he chose.

What is seating capacity of Van Wezel?

1,741Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall / Capacity

Venue Info The beautiful 1741-seat Roskamp Auditorium is named after Sarasota residents Bob and Diane Roskamp, whose generous $1,000,000 contribution supported the Hall’s 2001 renovation. Continental seating provides generous leg room and the ability to evacuate the Hall in 4 minutes or less.

Who designed the Van Wezel Sarasota?

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Sarasota Bay is the world’s only purple seashell-shaped theater. Renowned for his innovative organic structures, Van Wezel architect William Wesley Peters holds a vital place in the history of 20th Century American architecture.

When was Van Wezel built?

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is a performing arts venue located at 777 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida neighboring the Sarasota Bay. The main theater of the 80,000 square feet (7,400 m2) facility contains 1,741 seats….Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

Who is the Van Wezel named after?

Lewis and Eugenia Van Wezel
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the city-owned venue on Sarasota Bay — named after local philanthropists Lewis and Eugenia Van Wezel — here’s our look at the 50 biggest stars to play Van Wezel.

How do you pronounce Van Wezel?

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Don’t you dare say “weasel.” Our iconic art hall on the bay, which opened in 1969, was named after philanthropists Lewis and Eugenia Van Wezel, pronounced WAY-zel.