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The Center for the Performing Arts in San Jose, California is managed and operated by San Jose Theat

You can find out what shows, concerts and events are coming to the Center for the Performing Arts at https://sanjosetheaters.org/center-for-performing-arts. Built in 1972 by the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, this Art Deco theater offers large windows throughout the entryways filled with natural light, allowing spectacular views of downtown San Jose. Ample spacing throughout entry areas are ideal

for cocktail receptions or registration tables. A full-service Box Office makes ticketing quick and convenient for all performances programmed at the theater. The private Ridder Lounge is a swanky reception area for 150, located adjacent to the outdoor courtyard. It comes equipped with built-in concessions and a bar area, making it a perfect space to host VIP cocktail parties, serve as an event media room, or accommodate a post-event reception. The private President’s Club, located just off the main entrance, comes equipped with built-in concessions and a bar area accommodating up to 50 guests. The room provides easy access to the dressing rooms and backstage areas. Events at the Center for the Performing Arts are supported by full staging facilities, reception, box office, concessions, coat check for patrons, rehearsal rooms, VIP reception areas, and an elegant, intimate after-theater area. The theater features continental-style seating (including no center aisle) with 2,608 seats. There are four other performing arts buildings that resemble this building, including one in Phoenix, Arizona. The Center for the Performing Arts is home to Ballet San Jose and Broadway San Jose. FAST FACTS:
* 2,608 seats (including 20 ADA spaces)
* Top-Notch Production Capabilities
* Stage Size (WxH): 144′ x 40′
* Stage Proscenium Opening (WxH): 59′ 8” x 24′
* 99,445 total sq. ft.
* Several Dressing Rooms
* Rehearsal Space and 2 Chorus Rooms

11/21/2024

Back by popular demand, "Come From Away" performs through Sunday, 11/24 at our Center for the Performing Arts! This breathtaking musical tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. (Details: https://sanjosetheaters.org/event/come-from-away-2024/ )

11/19/2024

11/15/2024

From Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson to a Bee Gees tribute concert, from the King of Persian Pop to the opening night of Opera San Jose's "La Bohème", this is turning out to be quite a week...!

We encourage you to check out our Events Calendar ( https://sanjosetheaters.org/calendar/ ), which highlights a wide variety of live entertainment at our 4 downtown venues. (Just this Saturday & Sunday, we're hosting 11 performances!) We hope to see you soon!

11/05/2024

10/30/2024

🔎 We’ve been dying for CLUE to open our 24/25 Season! We need you to help us crack the case in San Jose now through Sunday, November 3 at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts.

Enjoy these special offers! ⬇️

🎰 Enter our digital lottery for 2 (two) $35 seats will be held for select performances of CLUE. Download the Broadway San Jose App to enter the lottery! Note: Seat locations and the number of tickets awarded by the lottery are always subject to availability.

🎃 Get 2-for-1* tickets to the Halloween performance on Thursday, October 31 at 7:30 p.m! Come dressed in costume! Click UNLOCK and enter the code: SPOOKY before selecting your seats. *Valid on select seats only. Offer is processed as 50% off each ticket when two or more tickets are selected.

10/21/2024

UBelle Production LLC invites you to attend Ben&Ben Live at San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. For further information and ticket purchases, call Elvy at 5103643132. UBelle Production LLC
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10/09/2024

JUST ANNOUNCED! 💃 Dancing with the Stars: Live! – 2025 Tour is coming to Northern California next March!

Grab your tickets this Friday, Oct 11th @ 10AM local. 🎟️

09/27/2024

08/20/2024

Broadway in Austin brings all Arendelle’s magic to the Bass

07/26/2024

"A very fun whodunit that strikes contemporary parallels on the way to its grand reveal.” –The New York Times

🔪 Let the game begin and join us for a killer mystery! See CLUE playing at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts from October 29 - November 3, 2024!

SINGLE TICKET SALES AVAILABLE NOW! https://broadwaysanjose.com/shows/clue/

07/23/2024

If you're disappointed that Ali Wong's first 2 August shows at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts are already Sold Out, we have good news! As of now, there are still a few tickets left for her added 8/11 show! https://www.ticketmaster.com/ali-wong-live-san-jose-california-08-11-2024/event/1C006085F851847C

07/13/2024

We're excited to announce that we will be returning to San Jose this FALL (11/15/24). The concert will be at the Center for the Performing Arts and is ON SALE NOW.

Get tickets now at: https://sanjosetheaters.org/theaters/center-for-performing-arts/ =you-should-be-dancing-bee-gees-tribute;instance=20241115200000

If you haven't already please consider joining our community-organized fan club "The Bee Hive" for exclusive content, early announcements, future discounts, concert perks, and more.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/502959582112152/

07/02/2024

Here's a cool blast from the past...!

Bruce Springsteen played the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts in San Jose, CA (June 29, 1978) & two nights at the Berkeley Community Theatre in Berkeley, CA (June 30 & July 1, 1978) 46 years ago!

06/21/2024

06/14/2024

Avatar fans! 🔥💨🌊🪨

Tickets are NOW ON SALE for The Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts for TWO NIGHTS ONLY on November 19 & 20, 2024!

🎟️ Get your tickets before they sell out! https://broadwaysanjose.com/shows/avatar-the-last-airbender-in-concert/

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255 Almaden Boulevard
San Jose, CA
95113

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https://sanjosetheaters.org/theaters/center-for-performing-arts/

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This venue is managed by San Jose Theaters, a division of Team San Jose. The official website is sanjosetheaters.org/center-for-performing-arts.

The Center for the Performing Arts regularly hosts performances from Broadway San Jose and various organizations. To view the upcoming events calendar, please visit the official website. Built in 1972 by the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, this theater offers large windows throughout the entryways that are filled with natural light. Two interior spaces, the Ridder Lounge and the President’s Club, are natural settings for private receptions and VIP events.