Forest Theater, Outdoor amphitheater in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.
The Forest Theater features 540 seats arranged in a semicircle, surrounded by tall pine trees and equipped with stone firepits for evening performances.
Founded by Herbert Heron in 1910, the theater presented its first production, a biblical drama titled David, to an audience of over 1000 attendees.
The theater hosts the annual Carmel Shakespeare Festival in October, presenting classical works alongside productions from local playwrights throughout the season.
Free street parking spaces are available near the theater, but visitors should arrive early due to limited spots in the residential neighborhood.
Before electricity installation in 1912, performances were illuminated by limelight floodlights transported via covered wagon from Monterey and two burning bonfires.
Location: Carmel-by-the-Sea
Inception: 1910
Founders: Herbert Heron
Website: http://foresttheaterguild.org
GPS coordinates: 36.55194,-121.92528
Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:45
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