Rationale
RAC believes that it is time for Richmond to have a new Cultural, Visual & Performing Arts Facility. Currently, the Gateway Theatre has outgrown its facilities & Richmond does not have enough exhibition space for visual arts. Richmond Orchestra & Chorus also needs performance space. The needs of our community are greater than the infrastructure available.
Recent News The Richmond Arts Coalition partnered with the BC Children’s Art and Literacy Centre Society, Gateway Theatre, Tourism Richmond, City of Richmond, and Richmond Chamber of Commerce to conduct a feasibility study and economic scan for a new arts and cultural facility in Richmond.
Committee Goals
RAC has a vision to create a new facility with a timeline of 5-10 years.
We see this facility as including the following;
children’s art gallery and literacy space
gallery exhibition space
visual artists studios
loft/live-work spaces
pottery studio area
glassblowing area
sculpting studio- wood, metal, other
performing theatre- seats 750
dressing rooms
wardrobe rooms
scene shop
prop shop
concert hall –seats 2000
classroom space- soundproof , piano, studio
recording studio
film studio/editing rooms
3x dance /rehearsal studio/music /theatre
exterior-public art, gathering space, outdoor exhibition & performing areas
shared administration wing with offices & boardrooms
music library, art library, archives
maintenance & storage
restaurants, lounge, coffee bars
parking
The new facility will bring together all the best that Richmond has to offer in
arts, entertainment and culture. It will become a focal point in the
landscape of Richmond for residents and visitors as well.
Give Us Your Input
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