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Calvin Simmons Theatre Tickets

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Oakland, CA

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About Calvin Simmons Theatre

Calvin Simmons Theatre is a historic mid-sized performing arts venue housed within the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in Oakland. With a classic proscenium setup, the theatre offers a versatile space for music, theater, and dance. The building is part of a multi-venue arts complex in a central Oakland location near Lake Merritt.

Whether you’re planning a night out or securing a reliable stop for a cultural evening, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a seamless visit to Calvin Simmons Theatre.

Seating at Calvin Simmons Theatre is organized into the section you want levels, including Orchestra, Mezzanine, and Balcony, with floor plans available to help you choose the best view for your event. Onsite parking is available at nearby lots, with several options for easier access to the venue. For the full Oakland experience, you’ll find convenient transit options via Lake Merritt BART (about two blocks away) and AC Transit routes. If you’re staying locally, nearby hotels and dining options offer easy walks to the venue. We’ve highlighted trusted hotel and restaurant partners to help you secure a comfortable and convenient visit.

Plan ahead and secure your seats with confidence—Calvin Simmons Theatre is a cornerstone of Oakland’s arts scene, offering memorable performances in a historic setting.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 1,350-seat proscenium theatre (Calvin Simmons Theater) within the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts.
  • Address: 10 10th Street, Oakland, CA 94607.
  • Venue type: Historic mid-sized performing arts venue (Calvin Simmons Theater) in a multi-venue arts complex now branded as the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts.
  • Seating chart: Floor plans available for Orchestra, Mezzanine, and Balcony levels.
  • Parking: Onsite Lakeview Car Park with 186 spaces; additional nearby options include Fallon Lot (38 spaces), Lake Merritt Station Lot (106), OMCA Parking Garage (167), Alco Park Garage (767), and Madison Lot (74).
  • Transit: Lake Merritt BART station is about two blocks away; AC Transit lines 29, 33, 40, 62, 88, 96, 840 serve the area; access via I-880/Jackson Street.
  • Nearby hotels: Downtown Oakland options such as Oakland Marriott City Center (1001 Broadway) and other nearby hotels are within walking distance.
  • Renamed/demolished: The Kaiser Center was renamed Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in 2023; Calvin Simmons Theatre itself remains the theatre within the building (not demolished).