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Shakespeare Gardens and Amphitheater is one of seven gardens of its type in the United States to showcase a collection of plants and flowers mentioned in the works of playwright William Shakespeare. The gardens, which are located within Montgomery's beautiful Blount Cultural Park, are the home of the annual Alabama Shakespeare Festival, one of the world's largest annual Shakespeare festivals. They are home to the 792-seat Carolyn Blount Theatre and the 225-seat Octagon Theatre, which showcase six to nine annual theatrical productions each year, including three pieces by Shakespeare. Other productions presented by the theaters throughout the year include works by classical and modern playwrights, with an emphasis on pieces by Southern playwrights and pieces with Southern themes. Visitors can explore the gardens as part of park trips throughout the year and enjoy select free performances or performances at nominal ticket fees.

1 Festival Dr, Montgomery, AL 36117, Phone: 334-271-5300

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