This project is the first of a two phase expansion to the existing Drama Building on Culbreth Road. The new two story Theater will be partially below grade in the steep hillside due East of the existing Drama Building and adjacent to Arts Grounds Parking Garage and Ruffin Hall.

The project will be connected to the existing Culbreth Theatre lobby and ticketing area. The addition will contain a 7,000 sf multi-purpose performance and film theatre. The program includes approximately 4,000 sf of much needed renovation to the existing lobby and adjacent ticketing areas currently serving the Culbreth Theatre. Performance and stage support, storage and restrooms make up the balance of this 20,540 sf project. The building will utilize load bearing concrete and masonry as its principal structural system. The exposed Northern façade of the Thrust Theatre will consist primarily of structural curtainwall to maximize daylight and aesthetics associated with its unique site constraints.