A Midsummer Night's Dream playing Oct 1 - Oct 17, 2026, at the Outdoor Forest Theater.
Get to the bottom of love at the Outdoor Forest!
Oct 1 - Oct 17, 2026
Outdoor Forest Theater, Carmel
A Midsummer Night's Dream is a comedic play by William Shakespeare that intertwines the lives of several characters in a magical forest. The story begins with Theseus, the Duke of Athens, preparing for his wedding to Hippolyta, the Queen of the Amazons.
Meanwhile, Hermia defies her father Egeus by eloping with Lysander, while Demetrius, who is in love with Hermia, pursues her with the help of Helena, who loves him.
In the forest, the mischievous fairy Puck uses magic to manipulate the romantic entanglements, causing chaos among the lovers.
The play also features a group of amateur actors who perform a comical play for the Duke's wedding. Ultimately, love is restored, and the couples are united, culminating in a joyful celebration.
Tickets for A Midsummer Night's Dream are available here and also are available on the phone by calling PacRep’s Box Office (831-622-0100)
Tuesday through Saturday, 11 AM to 4 PM, or in person during those same hours.
PacRep’s Box Office is at The Golden Bough Playhouse, which is located on Monte Verde between 8th and 9th Avenues in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Tuesday through Saturday, 11 AM to 4 PM, or in person during those same hours.
PacRep’s Box Office is at The Golden Bough Playhouse, which is located on Monte Verde between 8th and 9th Avenues in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Performance Dates & Times
| THU | OCT 1 | 7:30P | Discount Preview |
| FRI | OCT 2 | 7:30P | Discount Preview |
| SAT | OCT 3 | 7:30P | Opening Night |
| THU | OCT 8 | 7:30P | "Sweet" Thursday 2 for 1 |
| FRI | OCT 9 | 7:30P | |
| SAT | OCT 10 | 7:30P | |
| THU | OCT 15 | 7:30P | "Sweet" Thursday 2 for 1 |
| FRI | OCT 16 | 7:30P | |
| SAT | OCT 17 | 7:30P | Closing |
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Venue Information
To make your theater going experience more pleasant, we encourage you to arrive early and to please bear in mind the following:
- Thursday through Saturday performances at the Outdoor Forest Theater begin at 7:30 PM, with seating beginning 90 minutes prior to show time. Lot Parking is limited, but street parking is available.
- Concessions will be on sale.
- Service animals are welcome at the venue.
- Parking is recommended on Mountain View, Santa Rita, and 8th.
- There are no refunds once tickets are purchased. Tickets may be exchanged for alternate performances (subject to availability) by contacting the Box Office, at least 24 hours prior to the original performance date. With the exception of Flexpass holders, ticket exchanges will incur a per ticket fee of $3.00.
Directions
From HWY 1 take the Ocean Avenue exit and continue past the first stop sign for two blocks. Turn left onto Santa Rita Avenue and continue to the bottom of the hill. The entrance gate is to the left at the intersection of Mountain View and Santa Rita. From Downtown Carmel proceed up Ocean Ave. to the intersection of Ocean, Junipero, and Mountain View. Veer right, up Mountain View for 3 blocks. You will see the Forest Theater gate to the left. For patron convenience, a passenger drop off area is in the main parking lot of the Forest Theater. Guests, picnic supplies, blankets and cushions can be dropped off prior to parking your car. Parking is recommended on Mountain View, and Junipero Street.
