Benaroya Hall encompasses two main performance spaces, the S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium and the Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall, as well as Octave 9: Raisbeck Music Center which features general admission seating in varying seating capacities according to program. The Seattle Symphony presents both special performances and a whole host of concert series in the Taper Auditorium, Recital Hall and Octave 9.
Seating Capacity: 2,500
Venue Information: The S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium is the main auditorium for most Seattle Symphony performances. The auditorium blends glorious acoustics and architecture to create an unparalleled aesthetic experience. Dark wood, coffered ceiling panels and excellent sightlines give this performance space a feeling of intimacy, connecting each member of the audience to the stage.
Seating Capacity: 540
Venue Information: The Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall is designed for chamber groups and puts concertgoers at the heart of the performances. The Seattle Symphony presents two concert series in this performance space — the Chamber Series and Tiny Tots Series — in addition to various special performances.
