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Bengt Sjostrom Starlight Theatre

Sector: Stadium • Location: Rockford, USA

Source: World-Architects

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The design of the 135,000 sf Starlight Theatre maintains the tradition of open–air performances at Rock Valley College while offering new flexibility, allowing the theatre company to extend its season and guarantee shows even when it rains. The roof opens like the petals of a flower in fair weather, providing shelter and drama. The central theater space forms a vertical axis to the sky enhancing t

Status
Closed
Sector
Stadium, Commercial
Location
Rockford, United States of America
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
World-Architects

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The project “Bengt Sjostrom Starlight Theatre” is an infrastructure initiative in the Stadium sector, located in Rockford, USA. Taiyo aggregates data on it from World-Architects.

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The design of the 135,000 sf Starlight Theatre maintains the tradition of open–air performances at Rock Valley College while offering new flexibility, allowing the theatre company to extend its season and guarantee shows even when it rains. The roof opens like the petals of a flower in fair weather, providing shelter and drama. The central theater space forms a vertical axis to the sky enhancing the outdoor experience. The new building and expanded programming have transformed Starlight into a popular regional destination and favorite summer venue for the community.

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United States of America (USA)

City

Rockford

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Stadium, Commercial

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2026-05-13

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