The Lighthouse, Concert hall in Poole, England.
The Lighthouse is a performing arts centre in Poole with multiple venues and specially designed audience spaces. The complex combines a concert hall, cinema, and theatre rooms under one roof to present different types of performances.
The venue opened in 1978 and quickly became a major cultural centre for the Dorset region. Since its founding, it has established itself as a hub for artists and audiences and continuously expanded its offerings.
The venue hosts a resident symphony orchestra that performs regularly and shapes the cultural life of the region. Visitors experience a dynamic arts scene that presents different genres and artists from around the world.
Visits are best planned ahead as many events book out well in advance. The centre is located centrally in town and is easily accessible by public transport.
The main hall features a mechanical floor system that transforms between a raked concert space and a flat exhibition area. This ingenious design allows flexible use of the room for vastly different types of events.
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