Smith Center for the Performing Arts

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts is a performing arts venue in downtown Las Vegas featuring three theaters across two buildings. The main hall seats 2,050 people, while two smaller theaters provide additional performance spaces for different types of shows.

Construction started in 2009 following a major donation and was completed in 2012. The project brought a new performing arts facility to downtown Las Vegas as part of the city's cultural development.

The center hosts the Las Vegas Philharmonic and Nevada Ballet Theatre, which perform regularly throughout the year. Visitors experience a mix of classical music, ballet, and Broadway shows that reflect the local arts community's work.

The complex has dedicated parking areas and several dining options on-site for visitor convenience. All facilities are accessible to people with different mobility needs, making it easy to attend performances.

A 17-story bell tower with 47 bells rises on the grounds as a visual landmark. The architecture draws inspiration from the nearby Hoover Dam, connecting the center to the region's engineering heritage.

Location: Nevada

Inception: March 10, 2012

Official opening: March 10, 2012

GPS coordinates: 36.16860,-115.15200

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02