Copeland Hall is the main performance hall within Wilmington's historic The Grand Opera House complex. The building opened in 1871 and was designed in the Second Empire style, with a distinctive cast-iron façade and decorative detailing, while the hall itself provides 1,140 seated places. It serves as an important stage for concerts, orchestral performances, opera, ballet, comedy and other live events.
The historic character of the auditorium is combined with modern production infrastructure suitable for a wide range of performances. Its seating layout provides a traditional theatre experience, while event-day amenities include facilities such as a bar and café area for patrons. Copeland Hall therefore retains the atmosphere of a classic theatre while functioning as a versatile venue for varied programming.
The venue is located at 818 N Market St, Wilmington, United States, with access through The Grand complex on Market Street. Visitors arriving by car can use public garages and parking facilities in the immediate area, including the garage by the DoubleTree hotel on King Street, approximately one block from the venue, while the main entrance is approached from Market Street. For a broader overview of public transport and other ways to travel around Wilmington, see the city information further down the page.