Case study Challenge In alignment with its mission to enhance the audience and artist experience, New York City Center initiated a comprehensive renovation project to bring back the beauty and charm of its landmark theater. The modernization and restoration plans included a new lighted and heated marquee, plush new seating with expanded leg room and improved sightlines, vibrantly painted decorative wall murals, new carpeting, refurbished dressing rooms and a state-of-the-art sprung stage floor. As part of the renovation, the center was challenged to improve the comfort of its performers on stage, as well as the audience. “We keep the auditorium at about 68 degrees and the stage at about 78 or warmer, which creates a natural convection current," said David Ward, New York City Center, senior

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