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===Performing arts=== Several performing arts groups and facilities are on the University of Maryland's campus. The [[Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center]] is a 318,000-square-foot complex that opened in 2001 housing six performance venues as well as the Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library. The [[Adele H. Stamp Student Union]] houses the Hoff Theater, the Art and Learning Center, and the Grand Ballroom where various events are held. Additionally, the Nyumburu Amphitheater, adjacent to the Stamp Student Union, features outdoor performances.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Nyumburu Amphitheater |url=https://stamp.umd.edu/events/event_guest_services/rooms/nyumburu_amphitheater%20|%20https://stamp.umd.edu/ |access-date=2023-12-25 |website=Adele H. Stamp Student Union |language=en}}</ref> The [[Jones-Hill House]] (former Cole Field), the [[Ritchie Coliseum]], and the [[XFINITY Center (College Park, Maryland)|XFINITY Center]] are athletic facilities that also host performances. Some notable concerts held in these venues include [[Bruce Springsteen]] in 1973, [[Elvis Presley]] in 1974, [[Queen (band)|Queen]] in 1977, and [[U2]] in 1983.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-05-03 |title=UMD's Biggest Concerts (According to Us) |url=https://today.umd.edu/umds-biggest-concerts-according-us-2f666e1b-00ca-4ba2-8d44-9bd27259dab6 |access-date=2024-01-30 |website=Maryland Today |language=en}}</ref> Other venues in College Park that host cultural events include the Old Parish House,<ref>{{Cite web |last=Maring |first=Eric |date=Oct 30, 2020 |title=The Old Parish House: College Park's music temple |url=https://streetcarsuburbs.news/the-old-parish-house-college-parks-music-temple/ |access-date=2023-12-25 |website=Streetcar Suburbs News |language=en-US}}</ref> owned by the city, and the Hall CP, a restaurant with an outdoor performing area.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-04-18 |title=The Hall CP and Clarice hold inaugural Jazz Fest |url=https://dbknews.com/2023/04/18/the-hall-cp-clarice-jazz-fest/ |access-date=2023-12-25 |website=The Diamondback |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-09-25 |title=Lemon Zest Festival brings together local musicians, artists |url=https://dbknews.com/2023/09/24/lemon-zest-festival-local-community/ |access-date=2023-12-25 |website=The Diamondback |language=en-US}}</ref>
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