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The Helix, Dublin
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The Helix, formally The Helix Centre for the Performing Arts, is a multi-purpose venue located on the Dublin City University main campus in Glasnevin, Dublin. Officially opened by then President of Ireland, Mary McAleese, on 5 March 1996, the Helix contains a concert hall, theatre, studio theatre, exhibition space, artists-in-residence studios, and a green room and other support spaces, along with an in-site café.
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Full name | The Helix Centre for the Performing Arts |
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Former names | North Dublin Arts Centre |
Address | DCU Main Campus, Collins Avenue Extension Dublin D9 D09 FW22 Ireland |
Location | Glasnevin |
Coordinates | 53°23′11″N 6°15′34″W |
Owner | Dublin City University |
Operator | UAC Management DAC, a DCU subsidiary company |
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Broke ground | August 2000 (2000-08) |
Opened | 21 October 2002 (2002-10-21) |
Construction cost | €36.5 million |
Architect | Wejchert Architects |
Project manager | Healy Kelly & Partners |
General contractor | Bennett Construction |
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