The Music Hall

Project Description:

Working with the leadership and congregation of the New Vision United Church, Cobalt Connects developed the business case for converting this heritage designated site into a 1000-seat cultural centre.

This 1000-seat centrally-located venue meets all the requirements of the scale and amenities needed by Hamilton’s bursting music and cultural scene. Supported by the Investment Readiness Program and Hamilton Community Foundation, the project has embarked on a $2.5M capital campaign to restore and renovate the auditorium for modern use.

The renovations include:

> a new elevator to improve accessibility for patrons and crew

> adding 20+ gender neutral washrooms

> asbestos removal

> auditorium floor stabilization

> all new technical equipment to support modern production

> all new HVAC to enable year-round comfort for patrons and artists

Client: New Vision United Church

Collaborators: New Vision United Church, Construction Trades, Volunteer Capital Campaign Team

Website: www.dowellbyhamilton.ca

City: Hamilton, ON

Date: 2019 - Present