The facility is the largest indoor, public assembly venue ever north of City Hall in Philadelphia. Formerly known as the Apollo of Temple, the venue was renamed and dedicated to Temple University President Peter J. Liacouras on February 13, 2000.

The building has great production flexibility. In addition to the large arena configuration, The Esther Boyer Theater at the Liacouras Center is a small theater setup of 1,000 to 5,000 seats for more intimate presentations. Pre-positioned curtains, lighting and sound systems maximize the effectiveness of each seating configuration.

Thirteen (13) concession stands dot the main concourse. The Fox/Gittis Room, a special function room located in the main lobby, is available for groups, organizations or meetings. Ten private, executive suites on the lower level provide prime viewing and entertaining enjoyment.

A new four-story, 1,200-space connected parking garage provides visitors access to the facility without having to venture outside. The Liacouras Center is part of a four building, $107 million complex.

The Liacouras Center is located less than two miles from Philadelphia’s City Hall. Public bus and subway transportation delivers attendees right to the front door. In addition to the connected parking garage, motorists can park at a number of well-lighted, close-by surface lots, which are staffed and maintained by Temple University.

OPENED IN 1997, THE LIACOURAS CENTER, A 10,200-SEAT MULTI-PURPOSE VENUE,

IS LOCATED ON THE CAMPUS OF TEMPLE UNIVERSITY ALONG THE AVENUE OF

THE ARTS IN CENTER CITY, PHILADELPHIA. THE VENUE IS A

FULL ENTERTAINMENT ARENA FEATURING CONCERTS, FAMILY

SHOWS, TEMPLE MEN’S AND WOMEN’S BASKETBALL GAMES

AND MORE.

10,200SEAT VENUE

2.3 MilesFROM CITY HALL & CENTER CITY PHILADELPHIA

2nd LargestPERFORMANCE VENUE IN PHILADELPHIA

Our Ranking(s) In The World

Seating Capacities

BASKETBALL .......................................10,200

BOXING/WRESTLING ..........................10,564

VOLLEYBALL .......................................10,000

CONCERT IN THE ROUND ..................10,560

END STAGE CONCERT (360 DEGREES) ...........10,530

FULL HOUSE ........................................ 9,007

HALF HOUSE ........................................ 5,275

ESTHER BOYER THEATRE ................... 1,963General Admission or open floor seating is permitted only with arena management approval.

About Temple

Founded in 1884 by Dr. Russell Conwell, Temple College became Temple

University in 1907 and has evolved into a comprehensive urban research

and academic institution. Explore Temple traditions, read the Mission

Statement, check out the latest news or follow Owl Athletic teams.

Our 39,000 students can choose from 9 campuses and 333 academic

degree programs including:

2 associate’s

141 bachelor’s

123 master’s

60 doctoral

7 first-professional (in dentistry, law, medicine, pharmacy and podiatric

medicine)

Temple’s 186-acre campus in suburban Ambler offers programs in

community and regional planning, horticulture, landscape architecture and

others. At our Fort Washington, Harrisburg and Center City Philadelphia

locations, students can take a wide variety of undergraduate, graduate and

non-credit courses.

We have a large and robust study abroad program with campuses in Rome

and Tokyo, programs in London, Beijing, Paris, Mumbai and other sites.

Learn more about applying to Temple, Housing and Residential Life and

Student Affairs.

Meeting Room Space

The Liacouras Center Arena offers the Fox and Gittis meeting room space, for promoters and local businesses throughout Philadelphia County. This room is equipped with the capabilities of a SMART classroom. With dropdown screens, computer hookups and presentation capabilities this meeting room space has everything you need.

Catering/Meeting Rooms

(1) Fox-Gittis Room - Hospitality room w/the option for two separate rooms Area: 60’ x 50’.

Location: Concourse Level

(2) Al Shrier Media Room- 26’x 30’

Location: Northeast corner, event level (Under Section 106)

(3) Athletic Club Room - 34’ x 50’

Location: Northeast corner, event level (Under Section 106)

Dressing Rooms/Production Offices

All dressing rooms are located on the event level in the northwest quadrant (stage left). All rooms are within 60 to 120 feet away, stage left. Phone jacks are located in each room.

Three(3) Star dressing rooms w/shower and toilet

Area: 17’ x17’

Two (2) Production offices w/ work area and phone jacks

Area 12’x7’

Four (4) Large team rooms w/ 6 showers and 3 toilets each

Area: 53’ x 15’

Electrical Power

Location - NW upstage left, 30ft Location - SW upstage right, 30ft

800 amp - 208 volts 600 amp - 208 volts

400 amp - 208 volts 400 amp - 208 volts

200 amp - 208 volts 200 amp - 208 volts

100 amp - 208 volts

Emergency Equipment

Fire sprinklers, smoke sensors, and fire extinguishers are located throughout the arena and office areas. An emergency generator will provide backup sound and light power in case of a power failure.

Features for Guests with Disabilities

All entrances to the concourse level of the arena are wheelchair accessible. Designated disabled parking is conveniently located in the Liacouras Parking garage. Disabled seating is offered in a variety of locations.

Floor(s)

188’ x 124’- 23, 312 sq. ft. (Risers retracted)

125’x72’- 9000 sq. ft. (risers pulled out)

Forklifts

(1) Yale 5,000 lbs. capacity forklift

Overall mast height lowered 86”

Max lift ht: 190”

Free fork ht: 62”

Fuel system: liquid propane

Tires: pneumatic

(1) Yale 8,000 lbs. capacity forklift

Overall mast ht lowered: 88”

Max lift ht: 185”

Free fork ht: 60”

Fork length 42”

Fuel system: liquid propane

Tires: Pneumatic

(1) Set of 8’ Extensions

Intercom

In-house Clear Com intercom system with patch points on all levels including spot light operators.

Lighting

The house light controls are located in the lighting room on the concourse level. House lighting consists of dimmable incandescent, metal halide lights (work lights), and High Intensity Discharge lights (used for sporting events). Each incandescent fixture can be individually controlled and may be dimmed.

Load-In Entrance: Broad Street at SE corner of The Liacouras Center

220’ heater graded ramp before entering the dock area.

Internal dock: Turnaround capabilities for large transport trailers

Internal space: 15,250 sq. ft.

Load-in/out capabilities:

(3) Dock levelers in a 50’ w space

(1) Broadcast truck location with all the appropriate patch and tie-ins

80’ from main freight elevator

Loading Dock - 120’ from SW corner of arena floor

Bus/truck parking available in dock area

Access to arena floor is limited to smaller vehicles

Locks and Keys

Locker/dressing rooms may be secured with locks and keys. Keys for each room may be checked out through the Operations manager. All persons who sign out keys will be responsible for return of the keys at the conclusion of the event.

Mixer Platform

The standard mix size is 12-12”-16” z-frames, 12-16”-24” z-frames, 12-24”-32” z-frames 7

Parking

A four-story, 1,200-space connected parking garage provides visitors access to the facility without having to venture outside. The Liacouras Center is part of a four building, $107 million complex. (Please see parking map on page 16)

Production Office

(2) Production offices (app. 12’ x 7’) w/ work area and phone jacks

Pyro

A city of Philadelphia pyro permit is required for any pyrotechnics used in the building or anywhere on the premises. There will be a designated room using for storing pyro. The arena will supply fire extinguishers at the show’s expense. Please contact the city of Philadelphia Dept of Fire Safety for permit filing and information.

RIGGING

Height from floor to low steel: 70’

Maximum Load Capacity:

End stage set-100,000lbs

Center stage-100,000lbs

Sway braces- 50,000lbs

ESTHER BOYER THEATER SET RIGGING

Motorized line shaft hoist system with cable winches.

(4) CM 1 ton chain hoists (non-permanent – theater configuration)

Aluminum Box Truss

(3) 72’ x 12” Box Truss

(2) 72’ x 24” Box Truss

(1) 75’ x 32’ x 24” Perimeter Box Truss

(4) Dedicated divided drapery trusses

Drapery/Soft Goods

(4) Black 36’w x 32’h Backdrop (equal to (1) 72’w x 32’h backdrop)

(2) Black Side Tab Curtains

(1) Burgundy Side Tab Curtains

(4) Burgundy Grand Legs

(1) Burgundy Upper Valence

(1) Burgundy Lower Valence

Theatrical Lighting

(1) ETC Sensor Rack with 96 dimmers

(1) ETC Express – 125 channel programmable DMX lighting console

(35) Five Degree ETC Source 4 Ellipsoidal Spotlights

(32) Ten Degree ETC Source 4 Ellipsoidal Spotlights

(133) ETC Source 4 Parabolic Reflector (PAR) Spotlights (equal to PAR 64)

Scoreboard

The arena has a Daktronics- hung scoreboard measuring 17’ * 19.8’. The arena also has an outdoor marquee. The scoreboard can be fully nested in the rigging for concerts and other shows.

Seating/Chairs

General fixed seating is made up of Clarin chairs with plastic molded backs and bottoms. Suite Level seating consists of chairs with cushioned backs and bottoms. Disabled seating is located at various locations throughout the Arena. Portable chairs are upholstered and interlocking for use on the arena floor (total depends on even set-up).

Seating Risers

Stage and mixer decks can also be used for seating risers that can accommodate up to 500 guests for basketball and special event set-ups. Heights can vary from 4” to 12”.

Sound System

Liacouras Center Arena house sound system provides a full range of high power sound to all seats in the arena.

(4) EAW 3-way Full Range Speaker clusters with automated signal processing.

Full Telex FM Listening System

Spotlights

Liacouras Center Arena has 6 Xenon Super Troupers. 7 positions available on the catwalk, all wired or Clear Com intercom

Staging

Liacouras Center Arena has a Max stage (stage right) size: 76’ w x 48’d. Adjustable from 48” high – 78” high

Box Office/Ticketing

Liacouras Center Arena is affiliated with comcastTIX. Tickets to Arena events are available at the Arena Box Office, by phone at 800-298-4200, on-line via the internet at www.liacourascenter.com and at registered outlets. The Liacouras Center Arena’s normal Box Office hours are Monday through Friday 10 AM – 5PM, Saturday 10AM– 4PM and open Sunday on days of events.

Food and Beverage

All food, beverage, and concessions are operated and controlled by the Liacouras Center Food and Beverage services. Together with Liacouras Center Arena, Food and Beverage services will determine the number of stands required to properly serve the public. All arrangements for catering, and food and beverages service should be made through Millie Torres from Food and Beverage services at (215) 204-2409.

Catering is available by Food and Beverage services. The personalized upscale caterer at the Liacouras Center Arena is experienced with all backstage and dressing room riders. Please forward backstage and beverage requirements to them via the Arena or fax at (215) 204-2405 or call (215) 204-2416.

Marketing Services

Liacouras Center Arena’s “In-House” agency can assist you with the numerous details involved to successfully market your event. For a negotiated fee (based on time, labor, and expenses) Liacouras Center Arena can also assist with promotions, public relations and publicity needed to ensure ticket sales.

2001 U.S. Gymnastics Championships

2004 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship (Opening Round)

50 Cent

Bernard Hopkins v. Enrique Ornelas (Broad Street Brawl)

Bob Dylan with Phil Lesh

Bow Wow and Omarion

Carrie Underwood

Cirque Du Soleil’s Alegria

Cirque Du Soleil’s Dralion

Clay Aiken/Kelly Clarkson

Counting Crows

David Reid Boxing

D.L. Hughley

Goo Goo Dolls

Green Day

Jamie Foxx

John Mayer

Kanye West

Katt Williams

LeAnn Rimes

Lupe Fiasco and Asher Roth

Luther Vandross

Maze and Frankie Beverly

Mike Epps

My Chemical Romance

Natalie Merchant

Patti LaBelle

Philadelphia 76ers Exhibition Game

R.E.M.

Salt N Pepa

Sesame Street Live

Steve Harvey

Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing

The Harlem Globetrotters

TNA Wrestling’s IMPACT

Tyler Perry’s Madea Goes to Jail and Madea;s Big Happy Family

USA Gymnastics American Cup

Wheel of Fortune

World Premiere of “Fat Albert”