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About Bruns Amphitheater at California Shakespeare Theater
Welcome to Bruns Amphitheater, the beloved outdoor venue on EBMUD land in Orinda, CA. Reopening in April 2026 as Siesta Valley Bowl under a 15-year lease by the Siesta Valley Foundation (SVF), this expansive campus continues a proud tradition of delivering concerts, theater, and community programming in a natural hillside setting. With a 540 seated capacity (up to 750 standing) and primarily terraced hillside seating, Bruns Amphitheater offers an intimate yet expansive experience under the open sky. Whether you’re here for a Cal Shakes production, a concert, or a special community event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit.
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Venue details: Bruns Amphitheater sits at 100 Gateway Boulevard, Orinda, CA 94563. The site historically appeared as 100 California Shakespeare Theater Way in older materials. The venue operates as an outdoor amphitheater and performing-arts campus designed for concerts, theater, and community programming. If you’re planning a visit for a production or a concert, plan for variable weather and bring layers. The hillside seating is terraced for optimal views, and accessibility accommodations are available in line with venue policies.
Parking & transportation: On-site parking accommodates approximately 200 vehicles. Additional parking and access provisions are included in renewal plans, and there has been historical use of a free BART shuttle from Orinda for Cal Shakes performances. If you’re driving, carpooling is encouraged to minimize wait times and maximize your time enjoying the show. For public transit options, check local schedules for shuttle services or rideshare availability aligned with event times.
Nearby hotels & dining: For a comfortable stay, consider nearby Walnut Creek and Lafayette options. Affiliate partner recommendations include: Renaissance Walnut Creek Hotel (2805 Jones Rd, Walnut Creek), Walnut Creek Marriott (2355 N Main St, Walnut Creek), and Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa (3287 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette). Each property offers convenient proximity to Orinda and the broader East Bay arts scene. For meals before or after performances, explore nearby dining partners and local favorites. We’ll highlight trusted affiliates and current deals to help you secure reservations with ease.
Plan your visit: Whether you’re attending a Bruns Amphitheater event or a Siesta Valley Bowl program, secure your seats early. The venue’s mix of seated and standing areas provides flexible options depending on the performance format. As always, we’re here to help you navigate tickets, parking, transit, and local hotel/restaurant partners so you can focus on enjoying the show.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location and status: The venue sits on EBMUD land in Orinda and will operate as Siesta Valley Bowl, reopening in April 2026 under a 15-year lease by the Siesta Valley Foundation (SVF).
- Capacity and seating: 540 seated capacity (up to 750 standing); seating is primarily terraced hillside rather than a traditional proscenium layout.
- Address and property: Official site address is 100 Gateway Boulevard, Orinda, CA 94563; historically listed as 100 California Shakespeare Theater Way on older materials.
- Venue type: Outdoor amphitheater and performing-arts campus intended for concerts, theater, and community programming.
- Parking: Approximately 200 on-site parking spots available; additional parking and access discussed in renewal plans.
- Transit: There have been references to shuttle access from Orinda BART; prior partners used a free BART shuttle for Cal Shakes performances.
- Nearby hotels: Options in nearby Walnut Creek and Lafayette include Renaissance Walnut Creek Hotel (2805 Jones Rd, Walnut Creek), Walnut Creek Marriott (2355 N Main St, Walnut Creek), and Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa (3287 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette).
- Notable events hosted historically: Bruns Amphitheater hosted Cal Shakes productions for decades; Zendaya donated $100,000 to Cal Shakes during its latter years.