PNE Amphitheatre
The PNE Amphitheatre redevelopment in Vancouver, BC is a 133,000 square foot cultural and performing arts venue for the City of Vancouver. AES is providing electrical engineering services for the transformation of the existing 1960s amphitheatre into a year-round, open-air venue defined by one of the world’s largest free-span mass timber roof structures.
AES coordinated closely with the architectural team to integrate electrical systems within the starburst mass timber roof without impacting its visual clarity. Energy-efficient house lighting and site lighting enhance safety and accessibility while preserving views and supporting the amphitheatre’s cultural programming. The resulting design provides a resilient, efficient, and production-ready electrical framework that enables this renewed landmark to serve as a vital cultural hub for the city.
The electrical design delivers near-zero-emissions infrastructure that supports the project’s LEED Gold, Salmon Safe, and Rick Hansen Gold certification goals. Power distribution is developed to accommodate a permanent stage, a three-storey back-of-house facility, and flexible seating zones for up to 10,000 spectators. Integrated show-power systems, performance lighting, and audio infrastructure reduce event setup costs and support both touring productions and community organizations.
