Chrysler Hall facts for kids
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| Address | 215 Saint Pauls Boulevard Norfolk, Virginia United States |
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| Coordinates | 36°51′7.5″N 76°17′10.9″W / 36.852083°N 76.286361°W |
| Owner | City of Norfolk |
| Type | Concert hall |
| Capacity | 2,500 |
| Opened | 1972 |
| Tenants | |
| Broadway in Norfolk, Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Norfolk Forum, the Virginia Arts Festival, the Virginia Ballet, and the Generic Theatre | |
Chrysler Hall is a super cool place in Norfolk, Virginia, where you can watch amazing live shows! It's a big concert hall located right in the heart of downtown. Opened in 1972, it's been a popular spot for entertainment for many years.
What is Chrysler Hall?
Chrysler Hall is Norfolk's main spot for theater and concerts. It's a "performing arts venue," which means it's a special building where artists perform for an audience. Think of it as a stage for all sorts of exciting shows!
What Can You See There?
Lots of different performances happen at Chrysler Hall.
- You can hear beautiful music from the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.
- You can watch graceful dancers from the Virginia Ballet.
- It also hosts big Broadway plays, just like the ones you might see in New York City!
- There's even a smaller "studio theater" downstairs. This is home to the Generic Theater, which puts on unique shows.
Who Owns and Designed It?
The City of Norfolk owns and runs Chrysler Hall. This means it's a public building for everyone to enjoy.
A famous architect named Pier Luigi Nervi helped design the building. He worked with local architects to create this special place. It opened its doors in 1972 and has been a busy spot ever since. It's right next to the Norfolk Scope arena, another big building in the city.
