Thank You, Iron County: Celebrating USF’s Best Of Iron County Awards
By Katie Neves, guest writer
In this season of giving thanks, we here at the Festival want to express how grateful we are for our incredible southern Utah community. It is because of you—our patrons, volunteers, and friends—that we are able to share the magic of live theatre year after year.
This year, we are honored to have received three awards in the Best of Iron County contest. Thanks to your votes and unwavering support, we were voted:
- Gold for Best Live Theatre
- Silver for Best Annual Event/Festival
- Silver for Best Place to Volunteer
These awards are a reflection of the deep ties we have to our community. Cedar City, along with the rest of Iron County, is deeply embedded into our identity and mission. We are dedicated to bringing the highest quality theatre to our friends and neighbors here in southern Utah.
Being recognized as the Best Live Theatre in Iron County reaffirms our mission to bring timeless stories to life and connect with our audiences. The silver for Best Annual Event/Festival is a testament to the magic and joy that fills our stages each season. And silver for Best Place to Volunteer highlights the generosity of those who give their time and talents to make the Festival a welcoming, vibrant part of Iron County.
The Utah Shakespeare Festival has been a part of this community for over sixty years. From our humble beginnings as a college professor and his students acting on plywood stages, to our current status as a Tony Award-winning theatrical institution, we owe our success to all of you. Whether you’ve attended a show, worked behind the scenes, or shared your love of the Festival with others, you’ve played a vital role in shaping who we are.
This Thanksgiving, we want to express our deepest gratitude to all our supporters. Whether you’ve enjoyed Shakespeare under the stars, tasted one of our delicious tarts, walked around the grounds of the Beverley Center, or cast a vote in the Best of Iron County contest, you’ve helped ensure that the Festival remains a cultural centerpiece in our community.
We cannot wait to welcome you back next year! Get ready for another unforgettable season of stories, connection, and magic. From the dark brilliance of Macbeth to the laughter-through-tears wonder of Steel Magnolias (and so much more!), there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Together, we will continue to make Iron County a place where art and community thrive.
Thank you for being a part of the Utah Shakespeare Festival family. Wishing you a joyful and meaningful Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and plenty of reasons to give thanks.
