The Burlington Performing Arts Centre, a state-of-the-art, LEED Gold Certified facility designed by Diamond Schmitt Architects, opened in September 2011. BPAC, the focal point for performing arts activity in Burlington, includes a 700-seat Main Stage, a 165-seat Community Studio Theatre, spacious Family Lobby and an outdoor Plaza. BPAC is a presenter, an educator, a rental facility and a community hub.