It’s time to begin work on the new stage in the Uptown Amphitheater! Market Street MTC, a local, Illinois Not-For-Profit corporation (find them on Facebook) is leading the way both in fundraising efforts and coordination of construction.
While final stage details are being worked out, a fundraising goal of $20,000 has been set to complete phase one. The initial phase includes not only the stage structure and electrical service, but other portions of the Amphitheater yet to be completed. Those items include: touch up and multiple applications of sealer on the existing north wall mural, cleaning-caulking-priming and cost of paint to prepare the south wall for a second mural, and lighting on either side of the area over the tables.
Currently about $4500 has been raised, and donations in any amount from organizations, businesses and individuals are being accepted. Checks may be made out to Market Street MTC and addressed to PO Box 305, Mt. Carmel, IL., 62863. In the near future, a crowdfunding opportunity will be available through “Generosity”, the non-profit arm of IndieGoGo.
In addition to completion of two wall murals and entrance lighting, the Amphitheater will be home to a new stage. This preliminary rendering illustrates the raised, open concept."
Viewed facing North, this rendering highlights the slanting roof and handicapped access ramp in the rear of the new stage at the Uptown Amphitheater. The fundraising and construction efforts are being led by Market Street MTC.