Powers Auditorium

Powers Auditorium is an Art Deco concert hall seating around 2,300 people located downtown, serving as the main venue of the DeYor Performing Arts Center. The building includes elevators, handicap accessibility, and improved loading facilities to accommodate different types of performances.

The building was originally constructed in 1931 as Warner Theatre and faced demolition in 1968. It was saved through a significant donation by the Edward W. Powers family.

The local symphony orchestra performs regularly throughout the season, bringing classical works and contemporary compositions to audiences in this downtown venue. It serves as a gathering place where the community experiences live performances.

The building offers elevator access and full handicap accessibility for comfortable navigation throughout the space. Multiple soundproofed halls allow different events to happen at the same time without interference.

The building is linked to Sam Warner, who grew up in Youngstown before co-founding Warner Brothers Studios in Hollywood. This unexpected connection ties the auditorium to both local heritage and early Hollywood history.

Location: Youngstown

Architects: Rapp and Rapp

Address: 260 Federal Plaza West, Youngstown, OH 44503

GPS coordinates: 41.10222,-80.65333

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:01