Lime Kiln Theater has been a part of Lexington’s cultural landscape for over thirty years. Facing expensive renovations to the structures at the theater site and funding challenges brought on by the recession, the theater was forced to suspend operations in 2012.
In 2014, a local group of volunteers brought the iconic venue back to life with a terrific season of music in the Bowl Theater. Over 4,000 people attended events and six of the seven shows sold out! Successive seasons since have proved equally successful.
The theater is located on the 12-acre site of a 19th-century lime kiln and quarry. The Bowl is a natural amphitheater with permanent bench seating for approximately 350 guests and standing room for up to 300 additional guests. The Kiln is a large, open space with a 40' x 160' tent. Seating in The Kiln will vary from show to show; folding chairs, standing room, etc. Performances take place on-site rain or shine. A retractable covering over The Bowl stage allows the theater to hold events in light rain/drizzle. Heavy rain moves the event to The Kiln, under a tent.
For information on the 2024 season and to buy tickets, check the theater’s website later in the spring at http://www.limekilntheater.org.
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