Discovery Theatre

Recognized as an excellent setting for theatre, opera, dance, film and musical presentations, the Discovery Theatre boasts a stage in size equal to the Atwood Concert Hall with a seating capacity of approximately 700.
The auditorium of the Discovery Theatre is characterized by long, sweeping curves, defining partitions and balconies and a ceiling of silvery, saucer-shaped acoustical discs. The seat upholstery, a tapestry designed by Alaskan resident Paula Dickey entitled Salmonberries, adds to the overall effect with a palette of rose and forest green.
The Discovery Theatre seats approximately 700 and consists of two levels (orchestra and mezzanine).
Upcoming Events | Discovery Theatre
Friday, December 20, 2019 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2019-12-20T21:30Charles Dickens’ Classic Brought to Life
Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 2:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2019-12-21T16:00Charles Dickens’ Classic Brought to Life
Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2019-12-21T21:30Charles Dickens’ Classic Brought to Life
Sunday, December 22, 2019 at 4:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2019-12-22T18:00Charles Dickens’ Classic Brought to Life
Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at 12:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2019-12-24T14:00Charles Dickens’ Classic Brought to Life
Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at 4:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2019-12-24T18:00Charles Dickens’ Classic Brought to Life
Friday, December 27, 2019 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2019-12-27T21:30Charles Dickens’ Classic Brought to Life
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2019-12-28T21:30Charles Dickens’ Classic Brought to Life
Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 4:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2019-12-29T18:00Charles Dickens’ Classic Brought to Life
Friday, January 17, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-01-17T21:50A mobile guitar festival, International Guitar Night returns. A new cast of guitar luminaries will perform solos, duets, and quartets that highlight the virtuosity and diversity in the world of acoustic guitar.
Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-01-18T21:50A mobile guitar festival, International Guitar Night returns. A new cast of guitar luminaries will perform solos, duets, and quartets that highlight the virtuosity and diversity in the world of acoustic guitar.
Friday, January 24, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-01-24T21:20Las Cafeteras is a Chicano band from East Los Angeles. Their upbeat and magnetic music fuses a variety of contemporary and traditional influences, including spoken word, folk music, and zapateado dancing.
Friday, January 31, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-01-31T21:20Hawaiian singer Kalani Pe’a transports audiences to the islands. The two-time Grammy winner blends Hawaiian and roots music with R&B influences.
Friday, February 28, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-02-28T21:20The Americana band Twisted Pine charms audiences with lush harmonies, innovative covers and traditional tunes. Their intricate arrangements and instrumentals bring pop to an acoustic setting.
Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-03-07T21:20PUBLIQuartet is “a group of young string players who bring both technical mastery and freewheeling joy to their music playing.” Hear the future of chamber music take shape in front of your ears.
Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-03-28T21:20Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio performs infectious soul, jazz, and rhythm and blues. Their tantalizing grooves, lush sounds and vibrant jam sessions will impress.
Saturday, April 4, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-04-04T21:20Featuring magnetic scores and riveting rhymes, Oakland-based Ensemble Mik Nawooj includes an 8-piece orchestra, an opera singer, and two MCs. The result is a kinetic energy you feel with every beat.
Friday, April 17, 2020 at 8:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-04-17T22:45All’s fair in love and war
Saturday, April 18, 2020 at 8:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-04-18T22:45All’s fair in love and war
Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 4:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-04-19T18:45All’s fair in love and war
Saturday, April 25, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-04-25T21:20Post-post-modern diva Meow Meow has hypnotized, inspired, and terrified audiences with her glorious brand of subversive and sublime. It’s an evening of exquisite music and mayhem.
Saturday, May 2, 2020 at 2:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-05-02T15:00A boy’s love and a little nursery magic help to bring this classic bedtime story to life.
Friday, May 8, 2020 at 6:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-05-08T20:00Join Alaska Dance Theatre in celebrating the growth and accomplishments of our students with Showcase: Fiction and Fantasy!
Saturday, May 9, 2020 at 5:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-05-09T19:00Join Alaska Dance Theatre in celebrating the growth and accomplishments of our students with Showcase: Fiction and Fantasy!
Friday, May 15, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-05-15T21:00Follow Alice down the rabbit hole into the mysterious world of Wonderland.
Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 2:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-05-16T15:30Follow Alice down the rabbit hole into the mysterious world of Wonderland.
Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 7:30 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-05-16T21:00Follow Alice down the rabbit hole into the mysterious world of Wonderland.
Friday, June 26, 2020 at 7:00 PM — Discovery Theatre, Anchorage, AK2020-06-26T20:30In honor of Independence Day, a unique patriotic tribute of dance in five “campaigns.”
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Technical Information | Discovery Theatre
Production Policies
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Additional Security
Backstage Policies
Chaperone Policy
Client Internet Service
Crew Minimums
Equipment Rental Sheet
Inventory Policy
Painting Policy
Piano Rental Policy
Preproduction Form
Stage manager Rules and Regulations
Stagehand Course Curriculum
Stagehand Qualifications
Technical Rider and Schedule Notice
Audio Information
Audio Description
Audio Inventory
Audio Restore
Front of House Effects Rack
Stage Monitor System
Fly Information
Fly Description
Fly Restore
Lighting System
Lighting Inventory
Lighting Restore
Venue Specifications | Stage Details
Stage Specifications
Lobby Details
Orchestra Shell & Risers Staging Dimensions
Stage Restore
Video System
Venue Specifications | Dressing Rooms
Dressing Rooms Information
Dressing Rooms Downstairs
260 Vestibule
Floor Plans | Discovery Theatre
Discovery Drawings
800 Seat Circuit Layout Tabloid Size
800 Seat Ground Plan Tabloid Size
CAD Drawing of Discovery Theatre
Seating Map
Evacuation Route Map
Calendar of Events | Discovery Theatre
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