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About Beckman Auditorium

Beckman Auditorium is a prominent circular venue on the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) campus in Pasadena, CA. With a conical roof and a capacity of 1,136 (836 on the main floor and 300 in the balcony), it has hosted notable performances like the Coleman Chamber Music Series since 1965 and intimate presentations from Lincoln Center’s Chamber Music Society. Whether you’re attending a concert, a guest lecture, or a public event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit.

Navigate the space with the official seating chart (PDF available) and follow local guidance for parking and transit options. We’ll also point you toward trusted hotel and dining partners for a convenient stay near the Caltech campus.

Beckman Auditorium is actively used for Caltech Public Events, the Watson Lectures, and various cultural performances. For the most current event details, check the venue's pages and the affiliated event listings. If you’re heading to Pasadena for a show, consider the nearby Westin Pasadena or other partner hotels offering preferred rates, along with recommended dining options to complete your visit.

We’ve got you with straightforward ticketing and planning tips, so you can focus on enjoying the performance. Secure your seats through our trusted channels and travel to Beckman Auditorium with confidence.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and address: Beckman Auditorium, 1200 East California Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91125 (Caltech campus).
  • Venue type and capacity: Circular auditorium with conical roof; capacity 1,136 (836 main floor, 300 balcony).
  • Seating chart: Official seating chart available on the Beckman Auditorium Stage and Seating page, with a downloadable PDF seating chart.
  • Directions and parking: Located on the Caltech campus; directions page provides GPS address 332 S. Michigan Ave and notes on on-campus parking near the auditorium.
  • Transit: Caltech offers a Free Metro Pass for eligible community members; transit options include Metro lines and Pasadena Transit connections.
  • Nearby hotels: Caltech Plan Your Visit notes a list of hotels with preferred rates; example nearby hotel is The Westin Pasadena.
  • Notable events hosted: Coleman Chamber Music Series at Beckman since 1965; Lincoln Center’s Chamber Music Society performances; The Watson Lectures and other Caltech Public Events.
  • Renamed/demolished: Becken Auditorium is active and in use; no demolition or renaming reported.