Hawaii Theatre is a storied performing arts venue in downtown Honolulu, operated by the Hawaii Theatre Center (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit). Since opening in 1922 as the Pride of the Pacific, it has hosted the Honolulu Symphony debut, major productions like Stomp! and Shanghai Circus, and remains a centerpiece of Hawaii’s cultural scene. With a total seating capacity of 1,350 (Auditorium: Orchestra 585, Balcony 765), the historic venue blends classic charm with modern accessibility. Whether you’re planning a night of music, theater, or dance, we’ve got you covered for secure, straightforward ticket purchases and useful arrival details.

Below you’ll find seating information, parking and transportation options, and nearby hotels and dining—prioritizing partner recommendations to make your visit as smooth as possible.

Seating is mapped on the official Hawaii Theatre seating chart. For accessibility, seating availability, and best value choices, you can review live listings and select your seats with confidence. Convenient parking options near the venue include Chinatown Gateway Plaza, Marks Center Garage, Smith/Beretania Structure, Harbor Court, and Executive Centre. Transit options via TheBus, Waikiki Trolley, and King Street bus lanes help you reach the theater easily from across Oahu. Nearby partner hotel and dining recommendations offer exclusive validation and curated experiences to complement your visit.

Venue: Hawaii Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI 96813. Capacity: 1,350 (Auditorium: Orchestra 585, Balcony 765). Opened 1922; restored and reopened in 1996; recognized with historic theatre awards in 2005–2006. For seating details, refer to the official seating chart on the Hawaii Theatre Center website.

Nearby Hotels (partner recommendations)

AC Hotel Honolulu – 1111 Bishop Street (parking validation programs available via Hawaii Theatre)

Nearby Dining

Partner restaurants in the area with curated menus and possible discounts via Hawaii Theatre partners

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI 96813.
Capacity: Auditorium total 1,350 seats (Orchestra 585, Balcony 765).
Venue type: Historic performing arts venue operated by Hawaii Theatre Center (501(c)(3) nonprofit).
Seating chart: Online seating chart available on the Hawaii Theatre Center website.
Parking options nearby include Chinatown Gateway Plaza (1052 Bethel St), Marks Center Garage (22 S Pauahi St), Smith/Beretania Structure (1170 Nuuanu Ave), Harbor Court (847 Bethel St), and Executive Centre (1088 Bishop St).
Transit: TheBus serves downtown/Chinatown with multiple routes; Waikiki Trolley also stops in Chinatown; King Street bus-only lanes support faster service in the area.
Nearby hotels: AC Hotel Honolulu (1111 Bishop Street) is a nearby partner hotel with parking validation programs via Hawaii Theatre.
Notable events hosted: Opened in 1922 as the 'Pride of the Pacific'; Honolulu Symphony debut on February 20, 1923; later hosted major productions (e.g., Stomp!, Shanghai Circus, Slava’s Snow Show); restored and reopened in 1996; recognized with historic theatre awards in 2005–2006.
Renamed/demolished: The building was restored (not demolished) and remains active as Hawaii Theatre Center; it did not get renamed—it operates as Hawaii Theatre Center with the historic Hawaii Theatre building.