Theaters in San Francisco

Updated: June 28, 2026

Explore theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, and cultural venues in San Francisco and nearby areas. Discover Broadway shows, plays, musicals, ballet, opera, and live performances.

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Featured Theaters
All Theaters
Theaters by Type
Theater Venue Types
About Theaters
Theaters FAQ

Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, and cultural venues hosting Broadway productions, plays, musicals, ballet, opera, concerts, and live entertainment throughout San Francisco and surrounding areas.
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Venue
Theatre
Current Event
1Orpheum Theatre - San Francisco
Capacity: 700 | San Francisco		81
Dracula - Ballet at Its Darkest
Jul03,20267:00 PM
2War Memorial Opera House
Capacity: 3146 | San Francisco		58
San Francisco Ballet: The Nutcracker
Dec04,20267:00 PM
3Presidio Theatre
San Francisco		23
Alice In Wonderland - Theatrical Production
Nov28,20261:00 PM
4Curran Theatre
Capacity: 1667 | San Francisco		22
Oh, Mary!
Oct13,20267:30 PM
5Woodminster Amphitheater
Oakland		14
Carousel
Jul10,20268:00 PM
6Pacifica Community Center
Pacifica		11
Mean Girls
Sep11,20268:00 PM
7Berkeley Playhouse At Julia Morgan Theater
Berkeley		10
Into the Woods
Jul11,20261:00 PM
8The Strand Theater - San Francisco
San Francisco		8
Twelfth Night
Aug07,20267:00 PM
9San Francisco Playhouse
Capacity: 199 | San Francisco		8
Hairspray
Jul12,20262:00 PM
10Oakland Arena
Capacity: 20000 | Oakland		7
Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero
Oct15,20266:30 PM
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All Theaters in San Francisco

Find theaters by location, venue type, capacity, neighborhood, or upcoming performances. Explore venue details, seating information, and live performance schedules.
Berkeley Playhouse At Julia Morgan Theater
Berkeley, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 10
Next Event: Jul 11, 2026
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Blue Shield of California Theater at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
San Francisco, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Dec 02, 2026
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Castro Theatre
San Francisco, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Aug 13, 2026
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Curran Theatre
San Francisco, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 21
Next Event: Oct 13, 2026
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Davies Symphony Hall
San Francisco, CA
Concert Hall
Upcoming Events: 3
Next Event: Nov 19, 2026
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Herbst Theatre
San Francisco, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Sep 19, 2026
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Longboard Bar and Venue
Pacifica, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Sep 20, 2026
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Oakland Arena
Oakland, CA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 7
Next Event: Oct 15, 2026
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Odc Theater Performance Gallery
San Francisco, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Jul 10, 2026
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Orpheum Theatre - San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 95
Next Event: Jul 03, 2026
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Pacifica Community Center
Pacifica, CA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 11
Next Event: Sep 11, 2026
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Palace Of Fine Arts
San Francisco, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 3
Next Event: Oct 14, 2026
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Presidio Theatre
San Francisco, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 23
Next Event: Nov 28, 2026
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San Francisco Playhouse
San Francisco, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 8
Next Event: Jul 12, 2026
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The Great American Music Hall
San Francisco, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Sep 12, 2026
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The Independent
San Francisco, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Aug 14, 2026
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The Masonic - San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Dec 11, 2075
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The Sound Room - Oakland
Oakland, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Jul 23, 2026
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The Strand Theater - San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 8
Next Event: Aug 07, 2026
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War Memorial Opera House
San Francisco, CA
Cultural Venue
Upcoming Events: 52
Next Event: Dec 04, 2026
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Theaters by Type

🎭 Broadway Theaters

Venues hosting Broadway productions, musicals, and touring shows.

🏛️ Performing Arts Centers

Multi-purpose venues for theater, dance, music, and live entertainment.

🎼 Concert Halls

Classical music, orchestra performances, and special events.

🩰 Ballet Venues

Ballet productions, dance performances, and cultural events.

🎶 Opera Houses

Opera productions, classical performances, and special programs.

🎬 Historic Theaters

Landmark venues hosting live performances and special events.

🎟️ Regional Theaters

Professional productions, touring shows, and local performances.

🎨 Cultural Centers

Theater, music, dance, and community arts programming.

Theater Venue Types

Where Live Performances Take Place

Venue Type Events
Broadway Theaters Broadway shows and touring productions
Performing Arts Centers Theater, dance, music, and cultural events
Concert Halls Classical music and orchestra performances
Opera Houses Opera and vocal performances
Ballet Venues Dance and ballet productions
Regional Theaters Plays, musicals, and local productions
Historic Theaters Live entertainment and special events
Cultural Centers Arts programming and community events

About Theaters

Performing Arts Venues in San Francisco

Theaters in San Francisco include Broadway venues, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, and cultural institutions. Explore locations throughout the region hosting musicals, plays, dance performances, opera, orchestral concerts, and other live entertainment.

San Francisco Theaters FAQ

Common Questions About Theaters

What types of theaters are included?

The directory includes Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, regional theaters, and cultural centers.

Can I see upcoming performances at each venue?

Yes. Theater pages include upcoming shows, performance schedules, dates, and ticket information when available.

Are theaters located only in San Francisco?

No. Listings may include nearby suburbs, cultural districts, and regional performing arts destinations.

What events take place at performing arts centers?

Performing arts centers may host Broadway shows, plays, ballet, opera, concerts, comedy shows, and special events.

Do theater pages include seating information?

Many venue pages include seating details, accessibility information, venue capacity, and ticket options.

Are opera houses and ballet venues included?

Yes. Opera houses, ballet theaters, and dance venues are included when available.

Can I find historic theaters?

Yes. Historic and landmark theaters hosting live performances may be featured.

How often are theater listings updated?

Venue information and performance schedules are updated regularly as new events are announced.