As the student body has grown to over 700, and as the academic, artistic, and technological needs of the School have evolved substantially, Hopkins needed a new facility that reflects the high caliber of its programs and supports their continuing evolution into the future.
In fulfillment of one of the major objectives of Hopkins’ 2019 Campus Master Plan, the site of Lovell Hall is being completely transformed into a 26,000 sq. foot Academic and Performing Arts Center, where Hopkins students will convene, connect, and collaborate every day.
It will feature a 350-seat theater including a full orchestra pit and significantly enhanced acoustics, lighting, and climate control in addition to large gathering spaces and 10 multi-purpose classrooms. The enhancements will allow for improved performing arts productions as well as the expansion of innovative programs across all disciplines as extra space is freed up across campus. The project began in the spring of 2023 with completion anticipated in the Winter of 2024.