Allison Stockel and Avie and Jill Glazer
Photo courtesy of Serena Woodward Photography
The Palm Beach community gathered to support and celebrate Glazer Hall’s vision for the future of the performing arts at an evening reception hosted by Jill and Avie Glazer on April 17. Held in The Royal Poinciana Plaza, more than 100 guests enjoyed a close-up view of Glazer Hall’s building site and learned more about what promises to be one of Palm Beach’s most significant artistic developments in more than six decades.
The event featured cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and performances by a string quartet from the Dreyfoos School of the Arts and saxophone recording artist Eirinn Abu. Renowned historian René Silvin delivered a compelling chronicle of the iconic Royal Poinciana Playhouse. He traced its storied legacy from its grand opening in 1958 to its lasting impact today and its pivotal role in shaping Palm Beach’s creative future.
Set to debut in the 2025-2026 season, Glazer Hall will be a state-of-the-art performing arts center. With its uniquely intimate and flexible design, the venue will serve as a premier destination for live performances and a cornerstone of Palm Beach’s thriving arts community.
Glazer Hall stands as a testament to the Glazer’s unwavering commitment to restoring and reimagining the historic Royal Poinciana Playhouse. Honoring its architectural heritage, the center will preserve the original John Volk design elements, while introducing a 400-seat theater with retractable seating, a cutting-edge audiovisual system, a wall of windows overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and exclusive private spaces.
For more information, call 561-576-7860 or visit glazerhall.org.