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Construction Transformation

From its 1925 genesis as a vaudeville stage through its transformation to a modern movie house in the 1940s to its present day role as the region’s premier performing arts center, the Clemens Center has always reflected the Southern Tier’s need for cultural enrichment. More than a decade ago, a Facilities Master Plan was created to guide the organization in maintaining and improving this valuable community asset. Major work was accomplished in two phases:

Phase 1 was completed in 1999. Highlights included:

  • Renovating and expanding the lobby space to include amenities such as restrooms, an elevator, concessions and a coat check.
  • Increasing patrons’ safety and accessibility by creating a vehicle approach to the theater.
  • Enhancing the audience’s experience and comfort by improving the heating, air conditioning and electrical systems of Powers Theater.
  • Creating a more distinctive image with the use of exterior signage (including a marquee – a first for the Clemens Center) and related lighting/site work.
  • Giving a glimpse of what was yet to come in Phase 2 of our plan with decorative painting in Powers Theater.

Phase 2 was completed in 2008. Highlights included:

  • Expanding the depth of the Powers Theater stage from 32′ to 45′ in order to accommodate large-scale touring productions and adding a truck ramp/loading dock.
  • Augmenting audio and lighting systems and enlarging the orchestra pit in Powers Theater.
  • Reconfiguring the Powers Theater seating to conform to ADA requirements, and to improve audience sightlines and comfort.
  • Renovating the Powers Theater audience chamber décor, including rebuilding opera boxes that were removed in the 1940s.
  • As a result of these renovations, the Clemens Center’s facilities are state-of-the-art, enabling us to offer the most current productions in a sparkling clean, comfortable environment that honors our rich architectural legacy.

About The Clemens Center

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Located in the central Southern Tier of New York State, the Clemens Center is the region's premier performing arts center. On the Powers Theater and Mandeville Hall stages, the Center presents a vast spectrum of performance experiences. From blockbuster Broadway shows and dazzling dance programs to rousing classical and contemporary concerts to feel-good family entertainment, the Clemens Center excites and delights audiences of all ages!

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Box Office Information

Located in the vestibule of our Main Lobby, The Box Office is open for walk-in business:Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with additional hours to accommodate performances.

You can reach our Box Office at:
607-734-8191 or 1-800-724-0159

Buyer Beware

The Clemens Center Box Office and ClemensCenter.org are the only OFFICIAL and AUTHORIZED sellers of Clemens Center event tickets.  Tickets purchased from other sources may be 1) more expensive 2) invalid and 3) ineligible for assistance.  The Clemens Center is not responsible for tickets purchased from other sources.

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Mailing Address:
Clemens Center
P.O. Box 1046
Elmira, NY 14902-1046

Street Address:
207 Clemens Center Parkway
Elmira, NY 14901
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Administrative Office:
607-733-5639 (phone)
607-737-1162 (fax)

Box Office:
607-734-8191
or 1-800-724-0159

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