09/06/2026
On this day, Maryville R-II School District celebrated the completion of a new Performing Arts Center at Maryville High School—creating a state-of-the-art home for the fine arts and placing student talent front and center.
Incite Design Studio partnered with the District to design significant additions to the high school while also helping spearhead the successful bond campaign approved by voters in April 2014. The centerpiece of the improvements was the 20,000-square-foot Performing Arts Center, featuring a 700-seat auditorium designed to support performances and community events throughout the year.
Finely tuned for both music and the spoken word, the auditorium includes a full fly space, multiple catwalks, professional rigging and lighting, and a recessed orchestra pit with safety netting. A welcoming pre-function area with concessions, a ticket window, and restrooms complements the performance space, while a scene shop and dedicated performer amenities support productions behind the scenes.
The completed facility gave Maryville students a high-quality environment in which to perform, create, and share their talents while providing the broader community with an exceptional gathering place.
As we celebrate 25 years, we’re looking back at the projects that shaped our journey and the communities we were honored to serve. Stay tuned for more highlights throughout the year.
