Twichell Auditorium is a historic concert hall within the Zimmerli Performance Center on the Converse University campus in Spartanburg. Accommodating approximately 1,500 visitors, the auditorium is renowned for its excellent acoustics and elegant character, combining historic architecture with a modernized performance environment. A distinctive feature of the stage is the large Casavant Frères pipe organ with more than 2,600 pipes, while the venue hosts concerts, opera, orchestral performances and other cultural programs.
The auditorium, with main-floor and balcony seating, is designed to provide clear views of the stage, while its acoustic qualities are particularly suited to orchestral, vocal and instrumental performances. Renovations have introduced updated lighting and audiovisual technology, improved climate control and enhanced accessibility while preserving the atmosphere of a traditional concert hall.
The venue is located at 580 E Main St, Spartanburg, United States, on the Converse University campus. Public event parking is available in the Fairview parking lot along North Fairview Avenue, while accessible parking spaces are provided in the Twichell lot closer to the auditorium. A short walk through the campus connects the parking areas with the entrance. For broader transportation options and getting around Spartanburg, see the city information further down the page.