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About Hammer Theatre Center

The Hammer Theatre Center, a city-owned, university-operated performing arts center managed by San Jose State University, sits at 101 Paseo de San Antonio in downtown San Jose. Since reopening as the Hammer Theatre Center in March 2016, the venue has hosted SJSU productions and touring performances, including acclaimed broadcasts like National Theatre Live: Hamlet. This page provides practical details to help you secure your seats with ease, from seating layouts and parking to nearby hotels and dining options.

Whether you’re attending a performance in the Sobrato Auditorium or the intimate Hammer4 Studio, we’ve got you covered with clear information and helpful insider tips to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

For directions, transit, and stay options, consider staying within walking distance of downtown San Jose’s core theaters and eateries. The Hammer Theatre Center is part of a vibrant arts district, and we can help you plan a convenient, enjoyable outing—from finding the best transportation to snagging nearby hotel rooms and dining just steps away.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA 95113.
  • Venue type: City-owned, university-operated performing arts center (Hammer Theatre Center) managed by San Jose State University.
  • Main seating capacity: Sobrato Auditorium seats 516; Hammer4 Studio seats up to 120.
  • Seating layout (Sobrato Auditorium): Orchestra 158, Parterre 189, Balcony 163 (plus ADA spaces).
  • Parking & transit: No dedicated lot; nearby Second & San Carlos Garage offers a $10 flat rate after 6pm; VTA light rail stops include 2nd & Paseo de San Antonio.
  • Nearby hotels (within walking distance): The Westin San Jose (302 S Market St), The Fairmont San Jose (170 S Market St), San Jose Marriott (301 S Market St).
  • Notable events: Hosts SJSU and touring performances; has presented programs such as National Theatre Live: Hamlet.
  • History: Formerly the San Jose Repertory Theatre; renamed and reopened as Hammer Theatre Center in March 2016.