WHAT

Arts / Park

WHERE

Louisville, KY

WHEN

2013

Staying true to the spirit of the historical Works Progress Administration amphitheater, this renovation, revitalization and expansion project preserved the unique architectural character of this well-loved community icon within an Olmsted park setting. This was achieved even while covering a major portion of the seating with a lodge-like roof; providing four times the conditioned space for stage production and storage; adding 50% more seats and audience amenities; and greatly improving sightlines.

The resulting 1,280-seat open-air facility includes new audience amenities; including a pre-function terrace, ticketing, concessions, public restrooms, and community meeting rooms. For the presenters, it provides state-of-the-art sound and lighting; chorus and private dressing rooms, wardrobe space, a green room, costume laundry, and an apron lift to create an orchestra pit and to provide access to below-stage set storage.