Carolina Opry

The Calvin Gilmore Theater, home of The Carolina Opry, is located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The theater hosts several musical productions throughout the year, most notably, The Carolina Opry, a musical variety show created in 1986 by country music singer Calvin Gilmore. Along with these popular shows, the Calvin Gilmore Theater also hosts visiting music artists throughout the year, as well as Good Vibrations and The Carolina Opry Christmas Special.

Parking at Calvin Gilmore Theater
The Calvin Gilmore Theater offers free parking, with a large lot located in front of the venue, accessible from US 17 Business.

Best and worst time to go to Calvin Gilmore Theater
The best time to the Calvin Gilmore Theater is around 45 minutes prior to show time when guests can enjoy pre-show activities. The worst time to go is early morning; the theater features mostly matinee and evening shows.

Admission to Calvin Gilmore Theater
Depending on which production you're attending and seating preference, tickets cost will vary for adults and children ages three and up. For a full list of prices and seating options, visit their website.

Must see/do at Calvin Gilmore Theater
A must see show is The Carolina Opry. This award winning musical variety show has been a popular attraction in Myrtle Beach for close to 30 years and features a collection of premier performers singing, dancing, and performing comedy in a two hour production.

Other places to visit near Calvin Gilmore Theater
Experience a live action pirate themed dinner show, located next door at Pirates Voyage, or travel north on US 17 for a little shopping at Tanger Outlet Center or the Myrtle Beach Mall.

Insider tip for visitors to Calvin Gilmore Theater
The Carolina Opry is not the only production the Calvin Gilmore Theater hosts. Along with a rotating schedule of musical variety shows, the theater also hosts LIGHT Laser Extravaganza, a laser light show set to a variety of musical themes. For a full list of shows and to reserve tickets, visit their website.

Author's bio: Rebecca S. Robertson has called Myrtle Beach home for the past seven years. She has written for a variety of local and national publications.