California Theatre

"Restored 1927 motion picture house turned performing-arts venue, also offers private event options."

California Theatre is a 1927 historic theater in downtown San Jose, managed by San Jose Theaters, that accepts private event and wedding rentals in addition to its regular performing-arts programming. The venue seats 1,122 guests (including 14 ADA-compliant spaces), has a 90-foot by 40-foot stage, several dressing rooms, and production and audio-visual technology; it regularly hosts Opera San Jose and Symphony San Jose performances. Originally built in 1927, the theater was renovated and upgraded from 2001 to 2004, preserving the architecture of its movie palace origins. Located at 345 S. First St. in downtown San Jose, California, within walking distance of parking garages off 2nd Street and San Carlos. Visitors consistently praise the theater's well-maintained interior architecture, comfortable seating with ample leg room, helpful ushers, and convenient downtown parking.