If you’ve ever wondered why theaters are built the way they are–or if you’re just looking for an interesting way to pass some time on a Wednesday evening–head down to the The Moore today at 5:30 pm for a lecture presented by Seattle Architecture Foundation entitled “When Sound Takes the Stage”, a discussion of “the dynamics of acoustical design and its impact on theater design”.

Dan Bruck of BRC Acoustics & Technology Design and Michael Yantis of Sparling, two well-known sound engineers, and Gary Fuller, SAF tour guide, will speak on the acoustical design of performance theaters, specifically the Moore Theater, and then the Jazz Underground will follow with a performance to illustrate the lessons learned. Free, with a $10 suggested donation.