Kitsap Forest Theater

I’ve been going here for years and am always intrigued by the signage on the road about the upcoming shows. It gives me something to look forward to in an area where there are not a lot of exciting upcoming events. If I still lived in Kitsap I would probably get a season pass, but usually make it over for my favorite shows. Its a good excuse to get friends or family together to do something a little out of the ordinary that is still reasonably priced. Its also enjoyable for kids and old people alike. I think I saw Mary Poppins and Annie last, both were excellent. I just now see that I should start making my plans for this years Little Mermaid.
For those who have not been here it is a bit of a challenge. The parking is free but hard to get in and out of. This is truly a forest theater. You will get blocked in and then have to take a small hike down to the theater. You will sit on the dirt and may have bugs crawling on you. I recommend bringing something to sit on, including both sunglasses and a jacket. The sun will likely move during your performance and if you are like me you will go from getting burned to freezing pretty fast. There is no assigned seating. The bathrooms are not the greatest. If you are not in a position to hike up and down the hill (although it is usually decorated in the theme of the show) they do offer a van for the disabled.

Very unique, interesting history. Bring something to sit on unless you want to sit on hard dirt for two hours. The sound system could have been better. Parking can be a nightmare, so get there early.

One of the best summer day trips from Seattle, Tacoma, Bremerton, Poulsbo, Port Orchard, Kingston, Bainbridge, or anywhere on the Peninsula.
It’s a bit of trek to get to, and it’s definitely rustic, but the unique location, nestled into a natural amphitheater in old-​growth forest (there’s a giant Douglas Fir growing right out of the top rows of seats) with bark-​covered walls and surrounded by trails and salmon streams make this one of the most beautiful outdoor theaters in the country and one that exemplifies the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
The quality of the shows is top-​notch, way above what you’d expect for a volunteer organization. Somehow they manage to attract top-​flight singing talent year after year, and the costumes are always spectacular. Plus the natural setting makes for some special moments, like when crow cawed at a character’s death, or a ray of sunlight broke through in a natural spotlight during a big solo. We’ve seen multiple performances. Our favorites have been «Beauty & The Beast,» «Into the Woods», «Fiddler on The Roof.» The recent production of «The Secret Garden» blew us away.
It’s an especially good place to take kids to see theater. All of the shows they do are «family-​friendly», the setting is more casual than most indoor theaters, and there are lots of places for them to run around if they get fidgety.