King Center For the Performing Arts

The Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts opened its doors in 1988. Since that time, it has had a profound impact on the cultural and artistic landscape of Brevard County and East Central Florida. The need for a performing arts center in Brevard County had been apparent for many years. Periodically, task forces were formed to try to garner the necessary funds, but each time the costs were deemed prohibitive and the idea abandoned.

Through the leadership of Dr. Maxwell C. King, former President of Brevard Community College (BCC), the means to achieve this goal became a reality. Enrollment patterns at BCC indicated that South Brevard was evolving into the population center of the area. As the Melbourne Campus of BCC reflected this pattern of growth, the college was provided with justification for the construction of an auditorium; one that would fulfill not only the needs of the college, but also the long-identified cultural needs of Brevard County. The 1983 Florida State Legislature provided the funds for preliminary planning and design work for the Center. Subsequent legislative funding for construction came in 1985 and 1986 for the $12.3 million facility.

King Center For the Performing Arts

3865 North Wickham Road
Melbourne, FL 32935