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About Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre is an iconic outdoor venue in Asheville, North Carolina, nestled within the Montford Recreation Complex. Renamed in 1997 in honor of founder Hazel Robinson, the amphitheatre serves as home to North Carolina’s longtime Shakespeare company, the Montford Park Players. With a terraced hillside that seats over 1,000 attendees and a flexible, no-fixed-seating setup, this venue offers a unique open-air experience for summer theatre and special events.
Whether you’re a local or visitor, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transport, and nearby accommodations to help you secure your seats and enjoy the show hassle-free.
About the venue: Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre sits on the Montford Recreation Complex at 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC 28801. Shows are often free with donation options, and chair rentals are available in advance for a comfortable viewing experience. Plan ahead—arrive early to find parking and soak in the neighborhood ambiance.
Event highlights include Montford Park Players’ Shakespeare in the Park, featuring productions like A Midsummer Night’s Dream (2025) and other classic plays. The theatre is accessible via I-240 and I-26, with multiple bus routes serving the Montford area. Nearby lodging options include the 1900 Inn on Montford, Lion and the Rose B&B, Inn on Montford, and other Montford-area accommodations. Alongside comfortable stays, you’ll find a selection of nearby restaurants to enhance your visit.
For a smooth experience, secure your seats early, consider chair rentals, and use our practical tips for parking and transit. We’ve got you covered with a straightforward, friendly approach to enjoying live theatre under the Asheville sky.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC 28801.
- Venue type: Outdoor amphitheatre in the Montford Recreation Complex; home to Montford Park Players, North Carolina’s longtime Shakespeare company.
- Capacity: estimated to be over 1,000 attendees (terraced hillside seating).
- Seating: terraced slope with seven levels; no fixed seating; Adirondack chairs can be rented in advance.
- Parking: free parking with upper and lower lots; additional parking at Tempie Avery Montford Center and Asheville Chamber; street parking also available; arrive early.
- Transit: accessible from I-240 and I-26; located in Montford, with bus routes serving the area.
- Nearby hotels/inns: 1900 Inn on Montford; Lion and the Rose B&B; Inn on Montford and other Montford-area accommodations nearby.
- Notable events: Montford Park Players’ Shakespeare in the Park; recent productions include A Midsummer Night’s Dream (2025) and other plays; shows are free with donation options; chair rentals available.
- Renamed: The venue was renamed Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre in 1997 in honor of founder Hazel Robinson; it is still active and not demolished.