Comments on: Lawrence Halprin’s new outdoor theater in Stern Grove’s Concert Meadow

By: Sally Woodbridge

Sally Woodbridge — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 16:56:27 +0000

Thanks, james for the nots about possible new renovations to the Stern Grove outdoor theater. I shall try to find out what is going on,Sally

By: james

james — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:49:29 +0000

I heard that there was additional renovations or a new construction project in the facilities. What do you think they’re doing next?! reply if you have an idea

So excited for it!!

By: Robin

Robin — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 15:28:32 +0000

Hi Maryanne:

The Grove is a wondrous wild place for the kid in each of us. I’m grateful to Rosalie Stern that it’s there. The amphitheater’s terraces are supposed to double as erosion control. I haven’t got completely used to it yet. Scarier for me is the vision of replacing the Eucalyptus trees when their time comes. Thanks for looking in.

Robin

By: Maryanne

Maryanne — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 20:25:28 +0000

Hi Robin,
What a neat little site you have! How fun. Stern Grove was a big feature of my growing up years in San Francisco and I will admit to having my bum rolled down many a breathtaking slope at the back. And, I keep asking myself, how often did I see “The Music Man” over the years of lazy, foggy/sunny Sunday afternoons?
Recently, my husband, Eric, and I were really excited when we found out that Stern Grove was going to get an overhaul by the great Lawrence Halprin. We love Sea Ranch and were excited at the prospect of a similar breezy, naturalistic, but gently contained landscape. At the very first opening event, however, after the new landscaping and theater were installed we decided to swear off Sigmund Stern Grove forever. All the ordered geometries in the park now forcefully constrain the former effusive naturalness where people could sprawl, and folks have no choice but to park themselves into as litle real estate as their bodies can without getting a hernia. I will admit that it is a lovely landscape to look at, but when a popular event attracts thousands, controlling the crowds is like fitting 50 clowns into a VW. It’s a visually appealing place, but falls short on function. Still, I have incredible memories of growing up in this very special San Francisco landmark. Maryanne

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By: Herbs

Herbs — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 21:21:13 +0000

It also boasts a beautiful garden in the back, especially designed for large outdoor summer concerts. Herbs