Project Highlights

This project, funded as part of Project Ireland 2040, will see the conservation, refurbishment and upgrade of the National Concert Hall buildings, to include -

• Creating a world-class main auditorium, with an enlarged stage and full engineering and technical support to meet 21st century needs  
• A world-class state-of-the-art Centre for music dedicated to learning and participation
• Meet universal access standards for the future with enhanced choir and balcony access, utilising wheelchair and mobility-aid friendly design throughout  
• A newly installed organ which will be integral to the future of the enhanced venue  
• A new dedicated rehearsal studio for the National Symphony Orchestra  
• Complete replacement of all mechanical and electrical services and the provision of solar panels and heat pumps
• Extension and restoration of the historic John Field Room and adjoining public foyer and the provision of additional performance and recital spaces  
• Improved stage and backstage facilities for musicians and resident organisations including the restoration of the 1865 block adjacent to the main auditorium  
• New enhanced creative spaces and studios for early career and emerging artists  
• New choir and soloist practice rooms for amateur and professional musicians and groups, along with improved public facilities and civic spaces for our audiences