Rental Information
The Center provides full proscenium stage and seats 2000 +/- depending on technical requirements. We work with our partners to make every event, concert, comedy show, dance and more; a successful endeavor for all.
About
Located on the campus of Boise State University, the 1,994-seat Velma V. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts is Idaho's home for the arts. Nestled on the banks of the Boise River, with a panoramic view of the city, parks, and foothills, the Center's 10-story stage house is a recognizable fixture of the Capitol's picturesque skyline. The realization of a life-long dream of Harry W. Morrison and championed by his widow, Velma, the Center opened its doors on April 7, 1984.
Today, the Center is recognized as a major destination for arts and culture, annually hosting hundreds of live entertainment shows, touring Broadway, and offering arts education that enrich the lives of patrons of all ages. As a Boise State affiliate, the Center's budget is supported by ticket sales, facility rentals, donations, and grants. The latest economic impact study for the Morrison Center shows the generation of $27.9M in value to the local and state economy.
Mission
As Idaho's Home for the Arts, we create lifetime memories and impactful shared experiences by:
- Presenting touring Broadway, arts entertainment, and local events.
- Enriching Boise State and Idaho communities through arts education and engaging programs.
- Stewardship of an innovative performing arts center on the campus of Boise State University.
Photo Gallery
A variety of interior and exterior Morriosn Center images from over the years.
