North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Charlotte
Facts and practical information
Blumenthal Performing Arts is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. It opened in 1992 and is named in honor of the people of the state of North Carolina and the Blumenthal Foundation established by I.D. Blumenthal who founded RSC Brands, the largest private donor to the capital campaign. The idea for the center dates back to the late 1970s. Momentum for the project grew in the 1980s resulting in a $15 million allocation from the state of North Carolina, approval of a $15 million bond by the citizens of Charlotte and an additional $32 million contributed by individuals, corporations and foundations. In 1987 the Belk Brothers donated a valuable piece of land as the site of the new theatre complex. Total construction cost for the Blumenthal Center was over $62 million. ()
North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Discovery Place, Spectrum Center, Truist Field, Bank of America Stadium.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center by public transport?
Light rail
- 7th Street • Lines: Blue (4 min walk)
- CTC/Arena • Lines: Blue (7 min walk)
Bus
- East Trade St at College Street • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
- West Trade Street at Church Street • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Tram
- Tryon Street • Lines: Gold (6 min walk)
- CTC/Arena • Lines: Gold (8 min walk)
Train
- Charlotte (33 min walk)