Cal Shakes' home, the magnificent Bruns Amphitheater, is one of the most beautiful and unique settings imaginable to experience live theater. Located in the Siesta Valley between Berkeley and Orinda, our plays are set against a beautiful backdrop of rolling East Bay hills and summer sky.

The Great Outdoors With the sound of the coyotes in the far off distance and the smell of eucalyptus leaves in the air, there's no mistaking the Bruns for an indoor theater.  

The grounds open two hours before curtain so you can enjoy a picnic and relax in our beautiful eucalyptus and oak groves. Classic Catering's delicious and affordable gourmet meals, beer and wine, as well as Peet's coffee and house-made desserts are available at our café