Indiana University Auditorium
LocationBloomington, Indiana
OwnerIndiana University Bloomington
TypeAuditorium
Capacity3,200
Opened1941-03-22
Website
www.iuauditorium.com

Indiana University Auditorium (IU Auditorium), is a 3,200-seat performing arts venue located at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.[1] It is situated in IU's Fine Arts Plaza alongside the Lilly Library and the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design.

Construction on IU Auditorium began in 1939 as a part of the Federal Works Agency Projects. It officially opened its doors March 22, 1941.

Today, IU Auditorium presents Broadway touring acts, popular musical artists, comedians, classical musicians and more.[2] Over the years, it has hosted many notable artists, including Frank Zappa, James Taylor, Rush, Chicago, John Mellencamp, LL Cool J and The Go-Go's.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Attractions & Things to Do: Hoosier Life: Indiana University Bloomington". Retrieved 2022-04-15.
  2. ↑ "IU Auditorium 2019-20 season features Bloomington premieres of 'Book of Mormon,' 'Color Purple': News at IU: Indiana University". Retrieved 2022-04-15.
  3. ↑ "Indiana University Auditorium, Bloomington, IN, USA Concert Setlists | setlist.fm". Retrieved 2022-04-15.

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