The Amp has too much special memories for too many people of all walks of life thru 80 years of coming to Chautauqua.
J
James Pardee Mokhiber
11 years ago
As a member of a family that has sent six generations to Chautauqua, I join those calling upon the Board of Trustees to reconsider this plan and to restart -- in the humble and thoughtful Chautauqua spirit -- a more transparent and fully participatory dialogue about the future of the Amphitheater, the most prominent symbol of the core values of the Institution itself.
E
Evelyn Bruce
11 years ago
I love the ampitheater just as it is. To "update" it would be so destructive to the unique feel of being there. Attending events there would not draw me if the present atmosphere is changed. Please think carefully about what you would be destroying if you do this.
D
David & Kristine Struba
11 years ago
Screw the demolistionists!
T
Tom Lovett
11 years ago
We must stop the tear down and McAmphitheater Project!
T
thomas arcara
11 years ago
Save the ampatheater
G
Grant Nelson
11 years ago
Fix what needs fixing - sound system, seats, etc. I am sure there are creative ways to solve all the problems if only the adminstration would be more transparent and open up the dialog to a wider audience... no need to rush on such an important topic. I agree with Mary: focus on modern programming - modernize it (that need not be expensive) to attract the newer generations, etc... Or spend 30 million to build an off-grounds music festival site...
A
Art Singer
11 years ago
if it' s not broken then why does it need to be fixed? Seriously, an orchestra pit? won't something timeless be lost to stick the venerable Chautauqua Symphony into a pit? The Amp has been the way it is and worked wonderfully for the last 100 years, it's drafty, the seats aren't comfortable, maybe dressing rooms aren't so great, but for the 9 weeks it's used every summer, isn't it OK??????
M
MARYLEE HERSHEY
11 years ago
History matters,
P
Perry Howland
11 years ago
Preserve and protect this cultural icon for future generations.
L
Larry Emanuelson
11 years ago
i grew up at Chautauqua and as my father was the band director at Chautauqua, I spent a lot of time at the Amp! I also worked 4 summers at the coffee house directly behind the Amp. I have a deep affection for the old girl and am offended that change would be considered rather than restoration.
L
Linda Cass
11 years ago
The Amp is a historic treasure that must be preserved for future generations in our community and country...
J
J. William Canavan
11 years ago
Destroying the amp is very wrong and foolish at best.
R
Robert Bruce
11 years ago
I'm shocked, disgusted , disappointed and baffled that the decision makers at Chatauqua are considering this. It's not about comfortable seats or site lines ... It's about a special venue and sense of place. Could you imagine tearing down the Ryman theatre in Nashville? Of course not...thus is on par with that significance.
D
Douglas G Kreider
11 years ago
Featured
Perhaps an improvement of the "back-of-the-house" facilities can be done and would be sufficient. A lot has already been installed in lighting and sound improvements in the "front-of-the-house". The argument for improved acoustics doesn't hold water.
A
Achim Lind
11 years ago
Grew up just 2 blocks from the Amp
K
Kristin
11 years ago
I was shocked hear rumors that Norton might be torn down if only they could find a donor. I can't even believe that the Amp is in jeopardy now. What will they do to the Hall of Philosphy? What other plans are coming after the Amp is replaced?
I
Ivan Raykoff
11 years ago
As a Chautauqua visitor since my childhood, and a music student there along with my family in the 1980s, I am very dismayed to read about the demolition and "modernization" of the historic Amphitheater. I would much rather see a modest renovation that preserves as much as possible of this historic structure.
D
Donna D ( Malm) Beaver
11 years ago
it up but don't tear it down...
P
Peter Haug
11 years ago
I have been visiting Chautauqua since 1960, and the Amphitheater is the defining structure and icon for Chautauqua Institution and its ideals. It is a poor decision to demolish the Amphitheater and its history. Remember the mistake that Mayville made to demolish the Peacock Mansion those many years ago. I hope wiser and better decision makes will intervene to stop this error in judgment by the leaders of Chautauqua.
The Amp has too much special memories for too many people of all walks of life thru 80 years of coming to Chautauqua.
As a member of a family that has sent six generations to Chautauqua, I join those calling upon the Board of Trustees to reconsider this plan and to restart -- in the humble and thoughtful Chautauqua spirit -- a more transparent and fully participatory dialogue about the future of the Amphitheater, the most prominent symbol of the core values of the Institution itself.
I love the ampitheater just as it is. To "update" it would be so destructive to the unique feel of being there. Attending events there would not draw me if the present atmosphere is changed. Please think carefully about what you would be destroying if you do this.
Screw the demolistionists!
We must stop the tear down and McAmphitheater Project!
Save the ampatheater
Fix what needs fixing - sound system, seats, etc. I am sure there are creative ways to solve all the problems if only the adminstration would be more transparent and open up the dialog to a wider audience... no need to rush on such an important topic. I agree with Mary: focus on modern programming - modernize it (that need not be expensive) to attract the newer generations, etc... Or spend 30 million to build an off-grounds music festival site...
if it' s not broken then why does it need to be fixed? Seriously, an orchestra pit? won't something timeless be lost to stick the venerable Chautauqua Symphony into a pit? The Amp has been the way it is and worked wonderfully for the last 100 years, it's drafty, the seats aren't comfortable, maybe dressing rooms aren't so great, but for the 9 weeks it's used every summer, isn't it OK??????
History matters,
Preserve and protect this cultural icon for future generations.
i grew up at Chautauqua and as my father was the band director at Chautauqua, I spent a lot of time at the Amp! I also worked 4 summers at the coffee house directly behind the Amp. I have a deep affection for the old girl and am offended that change would be considered rather than restoration.
The Amp is a historic treasure that must be preserved for future generations in our community and country...
Destroying the amp is very wrong and foolish at best.
I'm shocked, disgusted , disappointed and baffled that the decision makers at Chatauqua are considering this. It's not about comfortable seats or site lines ... It's about a special venue and sense of place. Could you imagine tearing down the Ryman theatre in Nashville? Of course not...thus is on par with that significance.
Perhaps an improvement of the "back-of-the-house" facilities can be done and would be sufficient. A lot has already been installed in lighting and sound improvements in the "front-of-the-house". The argument for improved acoustics doesn't hold water.
Grew up just 2 blocks from the Amp
I was shocked hear rumors that Norton might be torn down if only they could find a donor. I can't even believe that the Amp is in jeopardy now. What will they do to the Hall of Philosphy? What other plans are coming after the Amp is replaced?
As a Chautauqua visitor since my childhood, and a music student there along with my family in the 1980s, I am very dismayed to read about the demolition and "modernization" of the historic Amphitheater. I would much rather see a modest renovation that preserves as much as possible of this historic structure.
it up but don't tear it down...
I have been visiting Chautauqua since 1960, and the Amphitheater is the defining structure and icon for Chautauqua Institution and its ideals. It is a poor decision to demolish the Amphitheater and its history. Remember the mistake that Mayville made to demolish the Peacock Mansion those many years ago. I hope wiser and better decision makes will intervene to stop this error in judgment by the leaders of Chautauqua.