Built in 1926 as a public school, Sunset Cultural Center is today a modern, dynamic center for performing arts. The stunning gothic architecture of the center and its incredible acoustics set the stage for a range of world-class performances that include music shows, comedy, theatre, rock concerts, and dance performances.
The center is home to the Monterey Symphony, Chamber Music Monterey Bay, the renowned Carmel Bach Festival, and the Carmel Music Society. The center also organizes a range of popular annual events such as the Carmel International Film Festival and the Nutcracker performed by the Dance Kids of Monterey County.
San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, 831-620-2040, (website link)
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