Your New Hop
The expanded Hop puts the arts at the center of our life and the Dartmouth experience. Anchoring a vibrant arts district, the Hop houses new and reimagined spaces for teaching, exploration and creation. With an emphasis on versatility and welcoming design, it is a place for collaboration and enjoyment by all—artists, arts-lovers, students and community members.
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The Daryl and Steven Roth Wing
The cornerstone of the Hop renovation is a 15,000-square-foot new wing. Creating a central point of entry to the Hopkins Center, the wing features a state-of-the-art recital hall and performance lab, the Hop’s first dedicated dance studio, and an accessible, landscaped plaza —all spaces for gathering, experiencing, creating art.
Daryl Roth Studio Theater
The new space will be the Hop's creative heart and a versatile space for experimentation and new modes of performance. It features flexible seating, a sprung floor and the latest in sound, lighting, projection and broadcast technologies will allow for a range of interactions between performers and audiences. The exterior of the Lab features sculptural curved, precast concrete cladding that will draw the eye and create a lantern-like effect on the south side of the building at night.
Jack 1953 and Mac 2011 Morris Recital Hall
This exceptional new space will set the scene for the creation and presentation of musical performances and immersive experiences with up to 130 guests. The hall features sculpted wood interior, versatile acoustics and spectacular views of the Dartmouth Green through double-height ceiling and curved window framing. With state-of-the-art technology, the hall will also support the recording and broadcasting of events and rehearsals to engage a broad range of audiences and collaborators off site.
Spaulding Auditorium
A 900-seat concert hall and film theater with excellent acoustics, transfer arm seats and removable seats to accommodate wheelchairs.
The Moore Theater
A 480-seat venue for dance and theatre with balcony, transfer arm seats and removable seats to accommodate wheelchairs.
Top of the Hop
The Top of the Hop received a vital design refresh, uplifting its function as a social hub. It has spaces to work, a bar and technology to support informal performances. It is now equipped with sound isolation so that it can be used concurrently with other spaces for social events and public talks.
Loew Auditorium, Black Family Visual Arts Center
A state-of-the-art classroom and movie theater located on Lebanon Street adjacent to the Hop. Maximum seating is 238.
Hodgson Family Dance Studio
The Hop finally has a rehearsal space dedicated exclusively to dance. Positioned on the lower level, directly beneath the Recital Hall, and partially below ground level, the space includes 20-foot ceilings and a glass ribbon of windows to draw in the daylight and connect with the exterior plaza. It also includes one of four sprung floors in the new building. Mirrored walls support the dancers and reflect the light, while enhancing the sense of openness within the space. The studio is adjoined by a suite of changing rooms to support the growing demand for dance classes.
Warner Bentley Theater
An intimate theater that can be arranged in a variety of ways including in-the-round and with a raised stage. Maximum of 181 seats.
Art Galleries
The galleries and exhibition spaces in the Hop display works by guest artists, faculty, students and alumni. Hours are Tuesday–Saturday, 12:30–10 pm, and Sunday, 12:30–5:30 pm.
Jaffe-Friede Gallery, Strauss Galleries, Barrows Rotunda & The Booth
The Plaza
The sculpted exterior plaza is designed as an inviting entry into the Hop, encouraging people to gather while also providing space for outdoor performances. Plants native to the Upper Valley sprout throughout the plaza whose grading intuitively articulates a connection to the Hop’s new central convening space: The Forum.
Faulkner Recital Hall
A 91-seat recital hall and classroom located in the Department of Music.
Rollins Chapel
A nondenominational house of worship where various musical concerts are performed. Located on College Street opposite the Green.
Bema
An outdoor performance space on the Dartmouth campus, off Observatory Road, just northeast of the Hop across Wheelock Street.
Hop Garages
Flexible performance/meeting spaces. Limited availability with a capacity of 49 persons. For questions or further information contact hopkins.center.facilities@cloud.dartmouth.edu
The Forum
With a glass façade, double-height ceilings and a generous grand stair, the Hop is welcoming, orienting core for the Hop that previously did not exist. With its openness and light, the Forum offers a warm and engaging space for people to gather as well as an additional place for performances and arts experiences. The spacious entry also significantly improves wayfinding to other parts of the building.