World-Class Performing Arts

From its very beginning, The Smith Center was envisioned as a world-class performing arts center that would develop and present the best and brightest in a broad range of first-rate programming and unite the residents of our community.

The ambition to create one of the nation’s leading performing art centers led The Smith Center’s design

team to visit venues across North America and Europe in 2007, where they studied some of the world’s

finest opera houses, concert halls and performance venues. After they toured venues including Palais

Garnier in Paris, the Musikverein in Vienna and La Scala in Milan, they came together to design The

Smith Center. And like all great venues, The Smith Center’s design marries classic style and elegance

with refined acoustics and sophisticated technology.

This cultural complex will enable Southern Nevada

to take its place on the international stage, celebrating

artistic excellence, education and cultures from

around the world.

The Smith Center will be compliant with the Americans

with Disabilities Act. We welcome all patrons and will

offer a variety of services to meet special needs.

by the numbers

$150 million: Donald W. Reynolds Foundation donation

32: Months to build The Smith Center

1.5 million: Man-hours it will take to build

1,000+: Construction workers building The Smith Center

4,000: Tons of structural steel

2,458: Tons of Indiana limestone

29,500 lbs: Weight of bells in the carillon bell tower

170 ft: Height of carillon bell tower

23: Boxes on the Box Tier in Reynolds Hall

25+: Architects, engineers, designers and consultants

373: Windows in the Reynolds Hall building

2012: The Smith Center opening

A World-Class Center

t h e s m i t h C e n t e r

the CenterpieCe of Las Vegas

We are on the verge of changing the landscape of our city. The Smith Center for the Performing Arts will fulfill our community’s dream of having a cultural centerpiece for residents to experience and enjoy. Its opening will usher in a new era of arts and culture, emphasizing artistic excellence, timeless architecture and exciting new opportunities for our children to learn through the arts. This will be the living room for Las Vegas.

Community

DESIGNED By WoRLD RENoWNED ARCHITECT DAVID M. SCHWARz, The Smith Center will

be our city’s crowning achievement, exposing thousands to the power of the arts and serving as a

source of inspiration for generations to come. our children, families and neighbors will experience the

performing arts like never before.

The Smith Center will be home to resident companies including Nevada Ballet Theatre and the Las

Vegas Philharmonic, giving them the facilities and resources that will allow them to grow and flourish.

But equally important, The Smith Center will beckon a myriad of other

world-class performers who will take center stage in first-run touring

productions, Broadway shows, special engagements, and cultural

attractions from around the world. It’s destined to become a “must-stop”

venue for all within the performing arts universe … and an icon for a city

that is spreading its cultural wings.

Set on nearly five acres in downtown Las Vegas, The Smith Center will be a cultural campus that

will house three performance venues and an education facility.

The venues include the magnificent 2,050-seat Reynolds Hall, complete with stunning balconies, a

dramatic stage and a full orchestra pit capable of seating up to 100 musicians; the 300-seat cabaret

theater that overlooks Symphony Park and is ideal for jazz, cabaret and other performances best

seen and heard in an intimate setting; and the 200-seat studio theater, ideal for rehearsals, chil-

dren’s theater, community events andprivate social gatherings.

The theaters have been meticulously designed by theater consultants

Fisher Dachs Associates and acoustician firm Akustiks, to provide

optimal sightlines and refined acoustics. As a result, performers and

patrons will connect like never before. State-of-the-art recording

equipment will preserve performances for the future, ensuring that they

will continue to be enjoyed as digital masterpieces.

In the middle of it all will be an expansive courtyard designed for patrons to gather and mingle

before and after performances. This beautiful outdoor space will act as a conduit between the

theaters and the Boman Pavilion, which will house offices, classrooms and additional multipurpose

rooms suitable for workshops and presentations.

At 16 stories above it all will be an incredible bell tower that will house a four-octive carillon,

comprising 46 handcrafted bronze bells. Throughout the day they will ring in celebration of all that

The Smith Center brings to our city.

Providing the Cultural Enrichment that Our Community is Thirsting For

The performing arts uplift our spirits in an intangible way.

The arts have the power to educate, excite our imaginations,

challenge us, broaden our perspectives and inspire for

generations to come. The Smith Center will use this power

to help the community recognize and understand the

tremendous enrichment and meaningful impact of the

arts, individually and collectively.

“the smith Center is the most important building to be built in nevada in our lifetime.” Donald D. snyder, Chairman of the smith Center

“the opening of the smith Center will mark the beginning of a glorious new era for the arts in las Vegas.”

nancy houssels, founder, nevada ballet theatre

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we owe it to the ChiLDren

In addition to giving our children the math and science skills they need to compete in the new global context, we should also encourage the ability to think creatively. A meaningful arts education encourages creativity and ingenuity. That’s why arts education is at the core of The Smith Center.

education

ouR ENRICHING CAMPuS WILL GIVE SCHooL CHILDREN across the valley access to the same

cultural opportunities enjoyed by students in other cities around the country.

Exposure to the arts has been proven to enhance children’s mental and cognitive abilities, increase

cultural understanding, improve performance across all curriculum areas and develop social skills.

The Smith Center has joined with the Clark County School District

and the Cultural Division of Clark County to participate in the John F.

Kennedy Partners in Education Program. This partnership features

national and international artists who conduct workshops for teachers

and students, connecting the arts to all areas of the curriculum.

In the fall of 2009, The Smith Center became one of 16 regional

programs in the country in cooperation with the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts

in Virginia. This internationally recognized program enhances preschool education by training

teachers how to incorporate creative music, theater and dance into their curricula.

Dreams Begin with Rich Experiences

For those who have been exposed to the arts early in life, the memories

of performances, sights and sounds remain vivid for a lifetime. upon

opening in 2012, The Smith Center will offer a dazzling spectrum of

incredible performances that showcase artists from around the world.

The Arts Help Tomorrow’s Leaders

The arts help our children to develop crucial skills: critical reasoning, creativity, judgment, self-

direction, communication, collaboration, self-expression, multi-tasking, global awareness, problem

solving, decision making, and the application of new ideas.

“It’s thrilling to see school buses full of children who are dressed in their best clothes and excited to see a performance.” Candy schneider, Director of education and outreach of the smith Center

“I remember getting goose bumps in the fourth grade at a performance, and I want our kids to be similarly inspired.”

myron martin, president and Ceo of the smith Center

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Look beyonD a mere buiLDing

To look at a performing arts center as merely a building is to miss its true intention. The appeal of The Smith Center goes far beyond what is observed by patrons and casual passersby; this is a place that will truly embrace the community and support artistic excellence.

Artistic excellence

SERVING AS AN INCuBAToR FoR NEW ARTISTIC ENDEAVoRS, our programs will reach

beyond The Smith Center campus and spread throughout the community, providing inspiration

and encouragement to local arts organizations.

Home to resident companies including Nevada Ballet Theatre and the Las Vegas Philharmonic, The

Smith Center’s state-of-the-art facilities will enable organizations to flourish artistically and grow

institutionally, ultimately fulfilling the city’s longstanding dream of engaging the entire community

in new and exciting ways through an array of inspiring programs.

In the years to come, The Smith Center will attract artists and

productions from around the world, develop its own main stage works

of the highest caliber and present the best and brightest of Broadway.

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the smith Center presents

Discover the vibrant world of

the performing arts through

the wide array of programming

presented by The Smith Center

for the Performing Arts.

With a strong commitment

to rich artistic diversity,

our exciting programs will

feature live performances

from internationally acclaimed

performers to lesser-known

gems. From exceptional classical

music to exhilarating and

whimsical children’s programs,

our series will open up the

world of performing arts to you.

downtown redevelopment

Leading the Way in Urban Renewal and a New Downtown

As an important component of our city’s artistic and cultural environment,

The Smith Center will contribute to the quality of life and economic health of

both our city and state.

As the centerpiece of the new downtown development named Symphony Park,

The Smith Center will unite an enticing neighborhood of offices, restaurants,

retail and residences. It will be an anchor adding vitality, diversity and cultural

appeal to the whole downtown area.

Performing arts centers act as catalysts, consistently delivering cultural and economic benefits to

their communities that are lasting and meaningful. The Smith Center will have the same effect,

adding a new and exciting dimension to our city.

Las Vegas’ New Living Room

Enabling the community to gather together, united in song and dance, The Smith Center will be a

place of new experiences, treasured memories and inspiration. It will improve our quality of life and

give our community a soul.

leed Certified

A Sustainable Centerpiece for the Entire Community

The Smith Center is expected to be the nation’s first performing arts center of its size and scope

to be LEED® certified. Since the project’s inception, creating a highly

efficient and sustainable campus has guided the design and construction

process. The Center’s plans meet the standards of the Leadership in

Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program, administered by the

united States Green Building Council.

Careful consideration has been given to every detail of The Smith

Center, from the selection and disposal of construction materials to

insulation values and other key elements. The Center’s sustainable features will include natural

lighting, energy efficient windows, waterwise restroom fixtures, low-emitting materials and

recycling during construction.

Symphony Park

Just steps from The Smith Center will be a two-acre green space. This beautifully landscaped park

will encourage outdoor social interaction. The Smith Center believes that it will be an ideal location

for outdoor events and other programming.

“nV energy is a proud supporter of the smith Center. not only will it be a great cultural asset for southern nevada, the smith Center also is utilizing an energy efficient building design that will conserve resources and improve our environment.” michael yackira, Ceo of nV energy

ringing In A new era

As we continue to broaden our reach into the

community, The Smith Center’s fundraising campaign

has transitioned into a new phase that is focused on

securing the final funding for the project. These funds

will aid in equipping Reynolds Hall and the Boman

Pavilion with state-of-the-art technology that will help

enhance the experience that every patron will have at

The Smith Center.

Through sizable lead gifts, The Smith Center has

already secured a substantial amount of the project’s total cost. Since fundraising first began

in January 2005, contributions from generous members of the community gave the Center its

solid financial foundation.

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office and design Gallery

The Smith Center and Design Gallery is located in the Holsum Design Center in downtown Las Vegas.

241 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 111 Las Vegas, NV 89102 702.614.0109

TheSmithCenter.com

pLay an important roLe

Being involved with the building of a world-class performing arts center is a rare and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. When you think of the great performance venues around the world, virtually all of them have been important social and cultural focal points in their communities for many generations. Please join us by supporting The Smith Center. your gift will help uplift, inspire, educate and enrich school children and community residents for generations to come.

giving to the smith Center is easy. Simply visit our website to make an online gift, mail a gift to the address below, or contact our Development Department by calling 702.614.0109.

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Photo credits:

Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theater

Las Vegas Philharmonic

Nevada Ballet Theatre : Edyta Sokolowska