In this tape, host Jared Eastwood interviews Professor Ernest Lowe, an expert in 20th-century public venue architecture from the University of Great Lakes, Massachusetts. The focus of the conversation is on the architecture of the Blackwater Opera Theater, its unique design, and the perceived otherworldly qualities attributed to it.Professor Lowe provides insights into the architectural marvel that is the Blackwater Opera Theater, designed by renowned architect Carl Friedrich von der Horst. He explains that the theater's innovative design aimed to create an immersive and intimate experience for the audience, but some rumors claimed the theater had non-Euclidean proportions, which Professor Lowe attributes to awe and disorientation.The discussion explores the concept of buildings projecting specific atmospheres or energies based on their design. Professor Lowe highlights that certain architectural elements can evoke emotions, and in some cases, these feelings may be so strong that they lead to supernatural legends.The reasons for the eventual demolition of the Blackwater Opera Theater are explained as stemming from a decline in interest in opera, changes in the town's demographics, and a shift toward property and industrial development. While Bernard Ustman's work faced challenges, there is no direct link between his involvement and the theater's demolition.Jared Eastwood - Atticus JacksonProfessor Earnest Lowe - David Ault

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