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About Barnum Hall Theatre

Welcome to Barnum Hall Theatre, a historic Art Deco mid‑size auditorium located on the Santa Monica High School campus. With a seating capacity of 1,248 (749 in the orchestra and 499 in the mezzanine/balcony), Barnum Hall hosts a diverse range of performances—from classic concerts to intimate conversations. Whether you’re here for a Stairway of the Stars concert, a Samohi Choir performance, or a high‑profile author talk, we’ve got you covered for tickets, seating details, and nearby accommodations.

We’ll help you secure your seats with straightforward, no‑hassle purchasing, and we’ll point you to convenient parking, transport options, and hand‑picked nearby hotels and dining to enhance your Santa Monica visit.

Barnum Hall’s history dates back to 1937 when it opened as The Auditorium and was renamed Barnum Hall in 1944. After renovations from 1999–2004, the venue remains an active centerpiece of Santa Monica’s cultural scene. For exact seating configurations, consult the Barnum Hall Seating Chart on the venue’s site. For events, dates like the upcoming Stairway of the Stars on March 15, 2025, and other performances, we’ll provide clear details and help you secure tickets through trusted partners.

Parking is convenient with on‑site ADA parking at 6th & Olympic, plus primary public parking at the Santa Monica Civic Center Parking Structure (333 Civic Center Drive) and additional Barnum Hall parking as available. Transit options include access via the Metro Expo Line (Downtown Santa Monica stop about 0.5 miles away) and Big Blue Bus routes, with a pedestrian entrance from 4th Street. When planning your visit, consider nearby hotels such as Shutters on the Beach, Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, and Santa Monica Proper Hotel for easy stays, and explore recommended local dining to complement your event experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 1,248 seats (749 orchestra, 499 mezzanine/balcony).
  • Address: 600 Olympic Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405.
  • Venue type: Art Deco mid-size auditorium on the Santa Monica High School campus.
  • Seating chart: Barnum Hall Seating Chart available through the venue’s site.
  • Parking: On-site ADA parking at 6th & Olympic; primary public parking at Santa Monica Civic Center Parking Structure (333 Civic Center Drive) with additional on-site Barnum Hall parking as available.
  • Transit: Accessible via Metro Expo Line (Downtown Santa Monica stop ~0.5 miles) and Big Blue Bus routes; pedestrian entrance from 4th Street.
  • Nearby hotels: Shutters on the Beach (1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica), Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows (101 Wilshire Blvd), Santa Monica Proper Hotel (700 Wilshire Blvd).
  • Notable events: Stairway of the Stars concerts indoors at Barnum Hall (March 15, 2025); Samohi Choir performances; Andy Cohen in conversation with RuPaul; Marie Kondo event.
  • Renaming/history: Opened as The Auditorium in 1937, renamed Barnum Hall in 1944; renovated 1999–2004; still active and not demolished.