Amplify: The Next Chapter of Benaroya Hall
Join us in building what's next.
Since 1998, Benaroya Hall has been a cultural anchor in downtown Seattle and a place where music, community and connection come alive. Now, together, we’re taking the next bold step forward.
Amplify is a $20 million capital campaign that reimagines Benaroya Hall’s public spaces for a new era, enhancing the experience for everyone who comes through our doors and transforming this downtown landmark into a premier, must-visit destination. With thoughtful design, we’ll create warm and welcoming spaces that reflect the vibrancy of the community we serve.
Through this initiative, we are investing in the future of Seattle and amplifying the role of the arts in our city’s revitalization. Join us in making this transformation possible.
For more information or to make your gift, please contact our Donor Relations team at friend@seattlesymphony.org or 206.215.4832.
Amplify
Together we are transforming Seattle’s premier concert hall into a vibrant, more inclusive space that will amplify the arts, strengthen community connections and revitalize downtown Seattle. Amplify is an investment in the future of Benaroya Hall as a welcoming place for everyone in our community.
Your Everyday
Benaroya Hall is more than a concert venue, it's a vibrant civic gathering place in the heart of downtown Seattle. Through Amplify, we're reimagining your everyday: enhancing our entrances to create a more welcoming experience, introducing a new concierge and information desk, and opening an inviting café space for people to connect, relax and recharge.
These improvements will ensure Benaroya Hall is a dynamic, inclusive daytime destination open to everyone, whether you're stopping in for a cup of coffee or a bite to eat, meeting friends and colleagues for happy hour or seeking a moment of calm in the heart of our bustling city.
Your Night Out
A visit to Benaroya Hall should feel as exceptional as the performance happening within. Amplify will transform the experience for every guest who comes through our doors. We're introducing a stylish new Overlook Lounge, improved seating and expanded hospitality throughout the building. Enhanced wayfinding and a refreshed entry will also make navigating Benaroya Hall easier and more intuitive than ever before.
Whether you're attending a Seattle Symphony performance, a lecture or a special community event, these upgrades will ensure your experience is comfortable, inspiring and unforgettable at every turn.
Your Community
At its heart, Benaroya Hall is a civic gathering place, home to the Seattle Symphony and a wide array of local organizations, performances and public events. Amplify ensures this landmark continues to serve our city by enhancing the experience for everyone.
A centerpiece of this vision is the new Community Room, a flexible, welcoming space that will host gatherings, classes and cultural events, deepening our connections across the region. These updates will spark new collaboration, energize downtown and reaffirm Benaroya Hall as a vibrant anchor in our community's civic and cultural life.
Amplify Steering Committee
- Leslie Jackson Chihuly, chair
- Charles and Lisa Simonyi, honorary chairs
- Karyl and Elias Alvord
- Sam Cho
- Joanne Harrell
- Kjristine Lund
- Scott Oki
- Maggie Walker