Revival of the Roxian Theatre as a live music venue establishes McKees Rocks as a destination for arts and entertainment. The project skillfully blends restoration of the architectural splendor of this former vaudeville theatre — a community landmark that sat vacant for 16 years — with cool contemporary finishes, industrial details, new amenities, and state-of-the-art sound and lighting that complete the rock and roll vibe.

To attract national acts who’ve bypassed Pittsburgh, green rooms and an enlarged stage were integrated into the existing fabric of the theater. The house, likewise, has been outfitted with amenities including standing/sitting options on three levels for 1,470 patrons, and spacious bars at each level.

Since it opened in May 2019, the Roxian revitalization is deepening connections among residents, welcoming thousands of new visitors each week, and catalyzing economic opportunity along this important commercial corridor as an integral part of the broader revitalization of McKees Rocks.

Size

32,000 sf (1,470 seat capacity)

Construction Cost

$9,000,000

Firm Responsibility

Forensic Investigation
Programming
Architectural Design
Contract Documents

Completion Date

2019