Beasley Coliseum has witnessed a lot of entertainment since it opened 50 years ago for commencement in 1973.

Men’s and women’s basketball have brought raucous cheers, as have concerts from stars like Taylor Swift, Elton John, and Garth Brooks. Comedy shows, plant and garage sales, commencements, and trade shows—WSU has seen them all at Beasley.

 

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