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Caption: Dedication - Foellinger Auditorium
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' » * • A erial view of 1985 renewal showing new backstage and forecourt additions. ededicated April 26,1985, as Foellinger Auditorium, a new chapter in the building's history has begun. Miss Foellinger's gift has allowed the University to fulfill the aspirations of many as first expressed by the original architect: "This building should in time be a focus for the historic interests of the University, no less than for its academic life" Improvement of the exterior has included replacement of the deteriorating painted metal dome with a new copper roof, construction of a 6000-square foot backstage area, tuckpointing, new lighting around the perimeter of the dome and along the dome ribs, and the addition of a semi-circular forecourt before the main entrances. Extensive interior remodeling included reconstruction of the entire inner dome, acoustical refinement, creation of a new projection booth, improving access for the handi- Nearing completion of the interior, April 1985. capped, redecorating of all interior surfaces, and the upgrading of all electrical and mechanical systems and the installation of air conditioning. The 1750-seat facility has new and refurbished seating with pull-up desks, a new and larger sound and lighting system, new stage rigging, and a new central chandelier incorporating spotlights and laser lighting to improve overall visibility and enhance stage productions. A photomural, installed in the lobby, chronicles student life at Illinois and the campus environment of past years. The rehabilitation of Foellinger Auditorium has. forged a link between the past and present, and strengthens in a significant way the University's commitment to the future.
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