University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Massachusetts
As a theater professional, and even as a kid, what strikes me most about Bowker Auditorium is its use of windows inside the space. These have to be constantly covered by curtains during performances, but even on a matinee you still can tell that there is daylight outside. I went to Bowker at least once a year to view the Amherst Leisure Services winter musical as well as occasional special events, such as the Salzburger Marionettentheater US tour. The shows were always wonderful.