# Lacey Auditoriums UNStudio's Dazzling Dance Palace Theatre for the St. Petersburg Eifman Ballet By Bianca | Published 2009-07-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-palace-theatre-st.-petersburg References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2009/07/amazing-dance-t.php) This architectural marvel is the future Russian Dance Palace, designed specifically to house the Eifman Ballet in St. Petersburg. The featured designs are by [UNStudio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seoul-twin) who won the competition to build the Dance Palace with their remarkably grand details, such as [horseshoe-shaped auditoriums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-de-congrs) that can seat 1,300 and pierced walls that allow in light in a way that they represent lace. After perusing pictures of the Russian Dance Palace, check out more [theatre designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-a-bow-centre) in the related articles below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Architectural Innovations:** The use of pierced walls that represent lace presents an opportunity for architects to explore unique and intricate designs. - **Theatrical Experiences:** The creation of horseshoe-shaped auditoriums with a seating capacity of 1,300 opens up possibilities for immersive and intimate theatre experiences. - **Light Integration:** The incorporation of pierced walls to let in light showcases the potential for using natural lighting as an integral part of architectural design. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects can leverage the architectural innovations seen in the Russian Dance Palace to create visually stunning and unique structures. - **Performing Arts:** Theatres and ballet companies can explore the concept of horseshoe-shaped auditoriums to enhance the audience's experience and create a more intimate setting for performances. - **Lighting Design:** Lighting designers can explore new ways of integrating natural light into architectural designs, inspired by the pierced walls of the Russian Dance Palace. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Industrial-Themed Dance Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sadlers-wells.md) - [Sculptural Photocoltaic Theater Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opera-and-ballet-theatre-of-kosovo.md) - [Reflective Hemispherical Theater Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ball-theater.md) - [Everchanging Water-Based Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yichang-grand-theatre.md) - [Harbor Opera Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hamburg-state-opera.md) - [Ring-Shaped Open-Air Amphitheaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luhu-ring-of-starlight.md) - [Archival Performance Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-a-bow-centre.md) - [Alleyway-Inspired Art Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-bund-performing-arts-centre.md) - [Floating Opera Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isola-della-musica.md)