Winspear Centre
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Why go
- Home to the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra.
- The Davis Concert Organ has 6,551 pipes, 122 ranks and 96 stops.
- Francis G. Winspear’s construction donation was described as the largest private gift to a performing arts facility in Canadian history.
The hall
- Capacity
- 1,668 seats; up to 1,884 with the choir loft in use Visitors can preview the concert hall with the interactive seat map.
Tickets and box office
- Tickets can be bought online through the Winspear Centre website.
- Venue phone: +1 780-428-1414
Interesting facts3
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Curved balconies and terraces adapt the classic shoebox concert hall form.
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Velour banners and curtains allow the hall’s acoustics to be adjusted.
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An adjustable canopy and curved reflectors help balance sound and support communication between musicians.
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Shorts
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Josh Johnson Gets a First Look at the Winspear Centre ExpansionEdmonton Symphony Orchestra
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In the Winspear Centre University of Alberta Concert Choir sang Laz E…PRINCE GERRY (PSALMIST)
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February 3rd, 2024 at The Winspear Centre, Edmonton ABRiwo
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YONA at the Winspear centreFaye Debbie Gantuangko
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The Beautiful Winspear Centre In Edmonton AlbertaMike Michalkow
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Music Box Babies at the Winspear CentreEdmonton Symphony Orchestra
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Davis Concert Pipe Organ, Winspear Centre, EdmontonIan Glen
History
Francis G. Winspear donated $6 million toward construction, and the centre bears his name. The Canadian federal and Alberta provincial governments each contributed $15 million. The Davis Concert Organ honors Stuart Davis and commemorates his late wife, Winona. The Winspear Project includes a 41,000-square-foot expansion and renewal of existing spaces, with a planned 550-seat flexible acoustic hall, childcare centre and parking.
- 1997The Winspear Centre opened.
- 2002Built by Orgues Létourneau Limitée, the Davis Concert Organ was installed and debuted on September 14.
How to get there
- Car4 Sir Winston Churchill Square NW, at the corner of 99 Street and 102 Avenue NW. The venue provides directions, parking details and transit information.
Accessibility
- Accessibility information The venue provides information for patrons with mobility or hearing impairments.
Sources: Winspear Centre - Wikipedia · Edmonton/Central - Wikivoyage (do) · Winspear Centre · Your Visit | Winspear Centre · Events & Tickets | Winspear Centre · checked 30 Sep 2026
- Website
- winspearcentre.com/
- Phone
- +1 780-428-1414
Questions and answers
What does the Winspear Project involve?
A 41,000-square-foot expansion and renewal of existing spaces.
What facilities are planned in the expansion?
A 550-seat flexible acoustic hall, childcare centre and parking.
Are refreshments available at the Winspear Centre?
Beverage and snack stations operate before shows and during intermission.
What is near the Winspear Centre?
Parking, dining, accommodation and other cultural centres.
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