San Jose Center for the Performing Arts

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts 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

08/20/2024
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/

07/13/2024

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.
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Here's a cool blast from the past...!
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
06/05/2024

Due to popular demand, 5 new October dates have been added on the West Coast for the Josh Gates Live! 2024 Tour. 🤠 Tickets on sale this Friday at 10am at LiveNation.com.
📍 Oct 23rd @ Fox Theater– Bakersfield, CA
📍 Oct 24th @ San Jose Center For The Performing Arts – San Jose, CA
📍 Oct 25th @ Luther Burbank Center for the Arts –Santa Rosa, CA
📍 Oct 26th @ Redding Civic Auditorium- Redding, CA
📍 Oct 27th @ Hult Center for Perf Arts- Eugene, OR

05/20/2024

For the first time in forever, Disney's FROZEN is coming to the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts for a chilly adventure from August 21 - September 1! ❄️

🎟️ Presale starts NOW! Use the code LNKH22 before selecting your seats to access the presale. Offer expires on May 27, 2024 at 11:59pm PST.

Bring all of your family and friends and join us for a show worth melting for. ☃️

BUY NOW! https://broadwaysanjose.com/shows/frozen/

04/29/2024
04/15/2024

Broadway San Jose has announced the six productions that will make up the company's 2024/25 season. The season kicks off with the hilarious murder mystery comedy, CLUE (October 29–November 3, 2024), followed by the reimagined production of SHREK THE MUSICAL (December 17–22, 2024).

03/20/2024

Tina Fey’s 2004 cult teen classic film MEAN GIRLS, made its way to Broadway in 2018 and has been playing to sold-out houses ever since. The musical is presented as a “Cautionary Tale,” about the cut-throat, caustic social climbing and clamoring that happens in high school where mean girls reig...

03/12/2024

🩷 EIGHT chances to catch MEAN GIRLS at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts! Take a peek at our schedule to find best availability. It's going to be a little bit dramatic.

Get your tickets now! 🎟️ https://broadwaysanjose.com/shows/mean-girls/

02/02/2024

Happy February! This month, our 4 theaters are scheduled to host "Chicago" (Broadway San Jose), "Rigoletto" (Opera San Jose) + these acts (clockwise from top left): Piyush Mishra, Air Supply, Pablo Alborán & "Whose Live Anyway?" 👏 More info: bit.ly/SJTevents

Barbra Streisand Fans: While our venue is dark on Friday, 2/2, a special show will be playing at the nearby Montgomery T...
01/26/2024

Barbra Streisand Fans: While our venue is dark on Friday, 2/2, a special show will be playing at the nearby Montgomery Theater!

Hailed as one of the best Barbra Streisand performers in the world, Rebecca Clark's shows have wowed audiences worldwide. She's performed at "Legends In Concert" in Las Vegas, "Stars In Concert" in Berlin, the Cannes Film Festival & more!

Through live singing, comedic dialogue and playful crowd interaction, Clark captures the character and heart of Streisand, recounting her amazing journey through stage, television and film.

Info/Tix: https://sanjosetheaters.org/event/hello-gorgeous-a-live-tribute-to-barbra-streisand/

12/11/2023
11/28/2023
"How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical" is here, November 28-December 3! This city's only big enough for ONE Grinc...
11/16/2023

"How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical" is here, November 28-December 3! This city's only big enough for ONE Grinch, so come join us!🎄⛄️

More info: sanjosetheaters.org/event/how-the-grinch-stole-christmas-the-musical-broadway-san-jose/

Broadway San Jose brings “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical” to the Center for the Performing Arts in San Jose.

If you think we only host Broadway musicals, think again! 😀 In the next few days, we're hosting comedian Iliza Shlesinge...
11/09/2023

If you think we only host Broadway musicals, think again! 😀 In the next few days, we're hosting comedian Iliza Shlesinger (11/11), "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse – Live in Concert" (11/13) and humorist David Sedaris (11/14)!

Our Events Calendar: bit.ly/sanjosecpa

07/31/2023

We're looking forward to the National Tour of "Mughal-E-Azam: The Musical" performing here, Aug. 11-13!

(Info/Tix: sanjosetheaters.org/event/mughal-e-azam-the-musical/ )

06/14/2023

JUST ANNOUNCED! Spider-Man: Intro The Spider-Verse LIVE IN CONCERT at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts on November 13, 2023! 🕷🕸

Make sure you're signed up for our email list at BroadwaySanJose.com to be the first to find out when tickets go on sale!

https://broadwaysanjose.com/shows/spider-man-into-the-spiderverse/

05/22/2023

Good news! Not only is Symphony San Jose presenting live symphonic Video Game Music at the Center for the Performing Arts on May 26th & 27th (during FanimeCon weekend) -- now, you can get 50% off using Promo Code MAGICALFIFTY!

Tix: www.tickets.symphonysanjose.org/Online/default.asp

05/16/2023

🇺🇸 The digital lottery for 1776musical is now open! Sign up for a chance at $25 tickets to see the show at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts from May 16 through May 21st! 🇺🇸

Digital lottery link: https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/show/1776-sj/

05/02/2023

RIVERDANCE returns to our stage May 12-14, and here's a special deal on tickets from Broadway San Jose....

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Joe Bonamassa - San Jose - July 30, 2018
Joe Bonamassa - San Jose - July 30, 2018

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Derek Hough: Live - The Tour

"Trance" - Shobana
"Trance" - Shobana

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CPA Fountains at Night

Shen Yun 2017
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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.

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