Crew members working on the curved wooden truss of the Bruns Amphitheater, with green hills behind

Amphitheater Renewal

Preserving a Landmark. Building for the Future.

For decades, the Bruns Amphitheater has been a beloved East Bay cultural destination. Since taking stewardship of the property, Siesta Valley Foundation has been restoring and improving this remarkable venue, preparing it for a new generation of performances, educational programs, and community gatherings.

Crew on a scissor lift installing lighting on the new truss system above the amphitheater stage

2026 Highlights

Stage & Production Upgrades

A new truss system and production improvements have transformed the amphitheater into a versatile venue for live music, theater, dance, and community events.

A worker on a boom lift pressure-washing the amphitheater's wooden truss

Theater Restoration

Repairs and repainting throughout the theater have restored the beauty and functionality of this historic outdoor performance space.

Volunteers on ladders painting the trim of a campus building

Campus Improvements

Improvements to lighting, safety systems, utilities, and visitor amenities have created a more welcoming environment throughout the property.

Workers clearing broken concrete from the amphitheater terraces for new pathways

Accessibility Improvements

New pathways, concrete surfaces, and railings are making the property easier to navigate and more welcoming to all visitors.

Looking Ahead

Our next phase of renewal includes permanent sound and lighting systems, improvements to amphitheater seating and terraces, and a reimagined North Star Commons.

Fund a Need

Help Preserve This Landmark

Permanent sound system — $250,000

Performance lighting — $300,000

North Star Commons — $150,000

Terraces and seating — $100,000

These improvements will support high-quality performances, safe and accessible gathering spaces, and year-round community use.

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