What exactly is the Amphitheatre?

Greek Style outdoor theatre in shaded natural setting located on the banks of the Grand River behind Galt Collegiate Institute and Vocational School in Cambridge.

Adjacent to Dan Spring Way waterfront trail - used by students and public - connecting “The Delta” (Augusta Street), past Mill Race Park, to downtown Cambridge and beyond.

GCI Amphitheatre Facts

Space includes:

• Seating for 400

• Concrete stage with room underneath (for audio-visual equipment, additional chairs and a dressing room) and sturdy truss system above for lighting and set design.

• Accessible with stairs and ramp from above and waterfront trail from below

• Construction completed in 1978

How was it Originally Funded?

Project was funded and supported by:

• Private donations

• Student fundraising

• Wintario Grant

• Local service clubs and groups

• Donations from local businesses

• The City of Cambridge

• School Board

• GRCA

Original Purpose

• School and Community Facility

• Public meetings

• Music concerts

• Plays and theatre productions

• Outdoor classroom

• Arts festivals

• School assemblies/pep rallies

• Poetry readings

• Student and public space

How have students used the Amphitheatre?

• Outdoor classroom

• Study / Lunch Space

• Evening Coffee House / Music

• Performance

• Sport Team / Gym Class workout area

• Practice area for drama performances

• Class / Team photos

• “Theatre Under the Stars”

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