The Tennessee Theatre’s long-awaited expansion is almost curtain-ready. Work on the 612 Building at 612 S. Gay St. — the property adjacent to the historic theater — is nearing completion, with an official opening set for Friday, March 20.

After two years of construction, the refurbished building will connect directly to the Tennessee Theatre, improving crowd flow and operations while giving audiences more places to linger and experience events beyond the main stage.

Here's a peek inside the 612 Building. | Photos via @tntheatre

Here’s what’s inside the renovated 612 Building:

More public restrooms, including a 50% increase in women’s facilities
A full-service bar on the theater's balcony level
A donor lounge and bar on the main theater level
A state-of-the-art recording studio on the top floor

Beyond upgraded amenities, the 612 Building expands what the Tennessee Theatre can offer, adding new spaces for theater programming, administrative staff, nonprofit events, and rehearsals for touring Broadway performers. Learn more about the 612 Expansion Project.