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Palm Beach’s New Waterfront Theater

And Cultural Arts Center Renamed Glazer Hall

Formerly The Innovate, the nonprofit venue will “The renaming of the new performing arts center at For more information on Glazer Hall and how to support
revitalize the historic Royal Poinciana Playhouse into a the playhouse to Glazer Hall is an appropriate recognition its mission, please contact Victoria Peyton at contact@
vibrant, community-focused theater. of the Glazer family’s commitment to restoring this glazerhall.org, call (561) 576-7860, or visit glazerhall.org.
Longtime Palm Beach residents Jill and Avie Glazer have performing arts venue,” said Michael Pucillo, chairman Jill and Avie Glazer have been deeply involved in
recognized a remarkable opportunity to transform the vacant, and CEO of the Palm Beach Civic Association. “Palm philanthropy and education for decades. Avie, cochairman
long-neglected and historic Royal Poinciana Playhouse Beach has been without a performing arts venue on the of Manchester United and owner of the Tampa Bay
into a vibrant, state-of-the-art cultural center in the heart of island for a very long time, and the Glazers’ commitment Buccaneers, actively supports causes in education and the
Check out our website! www.seabreezepublications.com Palm Beach. Originally named The Innovate, the nonprofit to restoring and bringing back this venue will greatly arts. Together, they have championed organizations such
as the Glazer Children’s Museum and Tulane University’s
benefit our community. I believe Glazer Hall will be an
waterfront performing arts center will now be renamed Glazer
Advertise with us - Call today! (561) 746-3244 Hall in honor of the Glazers’ extraordinary vision, dedication important addition to our community that Palm Beachers Glazer Family Club. Avie also serves on the board of
and financial commitment in excess of $15 million. will enjoy for decades to come.” trustees at Washington University in St. Louis. Jill, a
“The Glazers’ commitment to the playhouse project Tulane graduate and former trustee and current emeritus
extends beyond their generosity; it reflects their vision for member of the Board of Tulane, has led and supported
what this venue can represent for Palm Beach – a place to initiatives at Tulane University, Palm Beach Day
gather, celebrate and be inspired,” said Samantha David, Academy, the Cowen Institute and Hillel Community Day
president of WS Development. “Together, Jill and Avie School. She has been recognized with the Tulane Alumni
are creating a space that will enrich Palm Beach’s arts Volunteer Award and the Hillel School Volunteer Award.
and culture while bringing the community together for For nearly 25 years, the Glazers have called Palm Beach
generations to come. We remain exceptionally grateful for home, dedicating their time and resources to enriching
their contribution and commitment to such an enormous their communities.
endeavor.” Photo courtesy of Glazer Hall

Jill and Avie Glazer

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“Glazer Hall will be Palm Beach’s first new nonprofit arts
organization in more than 60 years,” said Jill Glazer. “We are
thrilled to support this special place that will bring individuals
of all ages together through dynamic performances, inspiring
programs, vibrant cultural events and more, including dance,
film, music and fascinating lectures and conversations.”
“The Royal Poinciana Playhouse has languished in the
dark for far too long. We felt it was time to turn on the lights
and bring this jewel box back to life,” said Avie Glazer.
“Glazer Hall will be a thriving cultural hub – fostering
community, inspiring innovation, and serving as a force for
social good through the power of the performing arts.”
As co-founders and cochairs of Glazer Hall, Jill and
Avie Glazer have been guided by a clear vision: to restore
this historic Palm Beach landmark and transform it into a
vibrant hub for the arts. Their dedication to this cherished
institution reflects their deep commitment to preserving
Palm Beach’s cultural heritage and creating a space where
the community can come together to experience the power
of the performing arts.
“The mayor and town council unanimously supported
renaming the new arts venue Glazer Hall to recognize
longtime town residents Jill and Avie Glazer,” said Town
of Palm Beach Council President Bobbie Lindsay. “The
Glazers’ unwavering support and dedication to ensure a
first-class arts venue operates at the former playhouse site
will benefit us all.”
“Opening Glazer Hall amplifies Palm Beach’s ability to
connect with a variety of arts experiences,” said Wendy and
Howard Cox. “We are looking forward to enjoying these
multifaceted presentations in a unique setting.”
Glazer Hall will be open year-round as an intimate,
inclusive and versatile space for the community. The
nonprofit performing arts center will pay homage to the
former Royal Poinciana Playhouse by retaining some of
John Volk’s historic architectural details, while also boasting
a 400-seat theater with retractable seating, a state-of-the-art
audiovisual system, a wall of windows overlooking the
Intracoastal Waterway and exclusive private spaces.