In addition to the concert hall, the Wilder Center has a full theatrical stage, excellent acoustics, houses an atrium, three large conference rooms and assigned offices that will more than meet your expectations. A grand staircase and an exquisite spiral chandelier also serve as the focal point of this magnificent and luxurious venue.

The Wilder Center has hosted a broad spectrum of events, which include premier classical and jazz performances, conferences, historic lectures and notable educational forums. Highly acclaimed national and international artists such as the Russian Ballet, the President of the United States’ Marine Band, Russell Simmons’ Black Authors on Tour, The Virginia Symphony, and the American Theatre Arts for Youth, Inc. have been showcased at the Wilder Center.

The L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center’s mission is to educate, enlighten and entertain through the presentation of artistic events of excellence and diversity in the performing arts and thereby ensure the viability of art in all its forms.  Norfolk State University’s L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center, which is a first-class facility is aesthetically pleasing and functional, whereby creating versatility and elegance for a myriad of activities and multi-cultural events.