Bard in Brevard is a nonprofit outdoor theater company based in Brevard, North Carolina, dedicated to bringing the timeless works of William Shakespeare to life under the open sky. Our performances celebrate community, creativity, and accessibility—offering innovative productions that are free and open to all.
Each season, Bard in Brevard invites audiences of all ages to experience the magic of live theater in scenic outdoor settings, featuring both youth and adult performers from across the region. Our productions blend classic text with fresh, imaginative interpretations that connect Shakespeare’s themes of love, conflict, humor, and humanity to today’s world.
Through our performances, workshops, and partnerships, we aim to build community through storytelling, nurture local talent, and make the arts a vital part of life in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Whether you’re a lifelong theatergoer or seeing your first Shakespeare play, we invite you to bring a blanket or chair, sit beneath the stars, and discover the Bard—Brevard-style.