Performing Arts Center at Richards nears completion

When Richards High School opens its doors for the new school year, the new Performing Arts Center on the east side of campus should be ready. Crews continue to make progress and most likely will finish in time for Freshman Day on Wednesday, August 15.

Totaling 36,400 square feet, the addition extends from the eastern gymnasium entrance of Richards out toward the tennis courts.

The arts center includes 28,400 square feet of new space at Richards, with an additional 8,000 square feet of remodeled space of the current facility.

Facility highlights include a new theater with 560 seats, a renovated band and choral area with six new practice rooms, teacher offices, a music library, and storage.

The addition includes an auditorium house, stage, prop shop, storage, dressing rooms, and lobby.