The Closing of Troy’s Rev Hall

With the change came goals to evolve the venue from its 750 person capacity standing room only identity toward quieter, 200 – 300 person capacity atmosphere; goals which hold an idealistic value, yet are not likely to financially support the overall existence of Rev Hall. Especially with well-known restaurant and soon-to-be-competitor Dinosaur Bar B Que having plans to move into the neighborhood. Could the ambitious makeover of Rev Hall have hurt it? “Rev Hall was meant to be a rock club.” notes Greg Bell, owner of Guthrie Bell Productions and long time producer of shows at Rev Hall. However, Greg is not worried how this will affect the music scene in the area. There are other venues, some larger, and some smaller in which live music will be able to thrive. It is with a hint of sadness though, that producers like himself, music fans, employees and locals consider the closing of Revolution Hall.

[Photo by Andy Hill]

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