Shea’s Performing Arts Center - 2004

Shea’s Facade, designed by Rapp & Rapp, was missing its pediment for decades. In 2004, BAC resculpted the pediment from scratch and cast in GFRC.

Having none of the original ornament posed a challenge, but one that BAC is no stranger to: we pulled informatin from historic photographs in conjunction with field dimensions in order to capture the original ornamentation as it was in 1926

Architectural detail on a building with ornate stone carvings including a smiling face, floral patterns, and decorative elements under a blue sky.
A historic building with ornate architectural details, large arched windows, and a prominent vertical sign reading 'SHEA'S' with additional text about a performing arts center. A multiple-panel electronic sign displays advertisements or information.
Close-up of the historic Sheas Performing Arts Center building's ornate architectural details with a large window and decorative carvings, under a clear blue sky during daytime.
Decorative stone building facade with an ornate carved design, a central smiling face, and a large urn on top, against a blue sky.
Detailed stone building facade with arched window, decorative carvings, floral motifs, and a carved face with a headdress. Blue sky in the background.
A vintage theater building with ornate architecture and large arched windows. A vertical sign reads 'SHEA'S.'