Roger Waters conceived The Wall in 1977, channeling his growing sense of alienation into a bold narrative about a rock star’s emotional breakdown. Released in 1979, the album was a massive success—both musically and theatrically—culminating in a live tour where a towering brick wall was built and destroyed on stage, symbolizing the collapse of the barriers between artist and audience.

This installation recreates key elements from Waters’ historic 1990 performance of The Wall in Berlin, staged to mark the fall of the Berlin Wall. Designed for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 1995 opening, it includes surreal props like the 20-foot inflatable “Teacher” and stands as a powerful tribute to a work that fused personal trauma with political symbolism on a global stage.

When not in use for our onsite education programs or private rentals, the state-of-the-art Foster Theater has hosted hundreds of rock star talks and legendary rock films over the years. It’s a prime spot for your own superstar-caliber presentation or lecture.