Auburn University's Gogue Performing Arts Center Adds Studio Theatre and Outdoor Amphitheatre

Photo courtesy of Wilson Butler Architects

​The Gogue Performing Arts Center Studio Theatre and Amphitheatre project will transform the existing outdoor stage into a 3,500-square-foot studio theatre. Additionally, a new exterior stage will be extended, and the amphitheatre will be fully built out to seat approximately 3,000 patrons, with a combination of orchestra and general admission seating.

This project is located at the corner of Woodfield Drive and South College Street, adjacent to the south side of the existing Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center in Auburn, AL. The total estimated cost is $15 million, which will be financed by gift funds.

HNP is responsible for the landscape and hardscape design. The design concept includes a comprehensive planting plan, planter design and detailing, retaining walls, sloped lawn seating, stairs, and an irrigation plan.
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Construction is scheduled to begin in fall 2024, with an estimated completion time of one year. Wilson Butler is the architect for the project, and Rabren will serve as the general contractor for this addition to the Performing Arts Center.