Starlight, moonlight, and a peek of the Pacific, framed by towering Monterey pines and two huge open fireplaces, provide a majestic backdrop for this open-air theater. Come early and enjoy a picnic supper before the performance. Bring a blanket! No reserved seating. The oldest outdoor community theater west of the Rockies. Founded in 1910, the first production at Carmels Outdoor Forest theater was attended by 1000 people who saw David, written by Constance Skinner and directed by the well-known professional coach, Garnet Holme from the University of California.