Our New Home

In September of 2008, Pittsburgh Opera moved into its new home at 2425 Liberty Avenue in the Strip District. The building not only has a deep connection to Pittsburgh’s storied past – it was built as George Westinghouse’s original air brake factory in 1869 – but gives Pittsburgh Opera a bright new future.

At 45,000-square-feet, the $8 million project (acquired for $2.5 million, with an additional $3.5 million put into renovations) features offices, 4,000 square feet of rehearsal spaces, costume, wig, and make-up shops, and a kitchen, meeting the “multimedia” requirements of opera. The renovation is seeking LEED certification and incorporates the site’s exposed brick interiors, 150 historically accurate windows and original metal fire safes.

Pittsburgh Opera announced its Capital Campaign on March 28 with the news that $7.1 million had already been raised during the quiet phase of the campaign. All gifts are welcome. To contribute to the Capital Campaign, or to inquire about naming opportunities, contact John Federico, Director of Development, at 412-281-0912, x248 or jfederico@pittsburghopera.org.

Pittsburgh Opera’s building was designed by IKM. A new wrap-around metal, neon, and LEED sign was designed by Bill Kolano. Contractor is Massaro Corporation.

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