These venues around the county host music, dance, theater, films and more.

Carmel

Carl Cherry Center for the Arts, Guadalupe and Fourth, 624-7491, www.carlcherrycenter.org. Venue for contemporary theater, art exhibits, concerts, solo dramatic performances, and poetry readings.

Forest Theater, Mountain View and Santa Rita. Forest Theater Guild: 626-1681. Oldest outdoor community theater west of the Rocky Mountains. Home to live theater and films.

Golden Bough Playhouse, Monte Verde between Eighth and Ninth streets, 622-0100. Home to Pacific Repertory Theatre; used by others for performances, as well.

Sunset Center Theater, San Carlos and Ninth, 620-2040, www.sunsetcenter.org. Hosts eclectic mix of music, dance, theater and comedy.

Carmel Valley

Hidden Valley Music Seminars, Carmel Valley and Ford roads, 659-3115 or www.hiddenvalleymusic.org. Venue for musical performances and music master classes.

Magic Circle Theatre, 8 El Caminito Road, Carmel Valley, 659-7500 or magiccircletheatre.net. An intimate 60-seat state-of-the-art theater known for its professional quality and cutting edge productions.

Monterey

Bruce Ariss Wharf Theater, Old Fisherman's Wharf, 372-1373,