McWane Ductile – Utah partnership supports Springville amphitheater

The Springville, Utah, community celebrated the grand opening of the newly renovated McWane Amphitheater, a project made possible through a $1 million contribution from McWane Ductile – Utah and a collaborative investment from local and regional partners.

The renovation transformed the 30-year-old venue inside Spring Acres Arts Park into a modern destination designed to enhance both the performer and spectator experience while preserving a cherished community gathering place.

“This amphitheater is more than a performance venue, it’s a place where families, friends and neighbors come together to create lasting memories," said McWane Ductile – Utah General Manager Jared Ellison. "We’re proud to invest in a space that will serve our community for generations.”

The project included the addition of a permanent steel canopy over the stage that provides weather protection while significantly improving acoustic projection throughout the venue. Other upgrades included terraced audience seating, a state-of-the-art sound system, a permanent theatrical lighting network, expanded equipment storage, a remodeled performer greenroom and renovated public restroom facilities. The amphitheater’s redesigned terraced seating improves sightlines, increases capacity and creates a more accessible environment for community members, including older residents and individuals with limited mobility.

The ribbon cutting ceremony was integrated into the amphitheater’s opening night celebration during Springville Art City Days. Following the official dedication, attendees experienced the venue firsthand during the festival’s closing concert and fireworks display.

As a cultural hub for the region, the amphitheater is expected to host thousands of visitors throughout its inaugural summer season. By investing in the amphitheater, the facility is preserving a longstanding community tradition while creating a modern gathering space that will serve residents, visitors and performers for generations.