Beckman Auditorium is operated by Caltech Public Events as a campus and community service. A broad spectrum of performing arts, lectures, films, classes and entertainment events are offered throughout the academic year. All events presented in Beckman Auditorium are directly sponsored by Caltech.

Donated to Caltech by: Dr. and Mrs. Arnold Beckman
Architect: Edward Durrell Stone
Location: Michigan Avenue south of Del Mar Boulevard, Pasadena
Dedicated: February, 1964
Building Shape: Circular with conical shaped roof
Seating Capacity: 1150 (850 main floor, 300 balcony)
Dimensions: 60 feet high, 120 feet in diameter
Color Scheme (Interior) : Red, white, and gold
Stage: 24 feet maximum depth by 43 feet wide
Stage Floor Height: 16 inches
Main Curtain: 37 feet high
Lighting: Spotlights in soffit, above stage and at rear of house
Projection Booth: Houses lighting controls, and projection equipment. Sound is outside of booth
Other Facilities: Offstage dressing room; conference room, and one rehearsal room in basement
Types of Events: Lectures, concerts, theater, dance, films, symposia, and conferences
ADA: Wheelchair access, assistive listening devices, large-type programs, readers, and ASL interpreters