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About Hoover Theatre

Hoover Theatre is a historic, small-scale performing arts venue located on the Herbert Hoover Middle School campus in San Jose. With a flexible seating plan that accommodates 112 to 200 guests, the theatre hosts community productions, school-affiliated performances, and select regional shows. Whether you're a local theater fan or new to the area, Hoover Theatre offers an intimate setting where audiences can connect with performers up close.

Below you’ll find practical details to help you plan your visit, including seating configurations, parking options, transit access, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to make your trip smooth and enjoyable.

Hoover Theatre has welcomed a variety of productions, from Playful People Productions such as Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Hamlet listings to Renegade Theatre Experiment events and past Silicon Valley Opera performances. If you’re looking for a friendly, accessible venue with a community spirit, Hoover Theatre is a dependable choice. Secure your seats and enjoy the show—we’ve got you covered with easy planning tips and local recommendations.

Venue address: 1635 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126. Parking options include the primary lot at Park Avenue and Sandringham Way and an alternate lot on Naglee Avenue. Public transit via San Jose VTA buses and light rail stops nearby in downtown San Jose. For a comfortable stay, consider nearby hotels such as Signia by Hilton San Jose and Hotel De Anza. Dining options abound in the area to pair with your performance plans.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1635 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126.
  • Venue type: Historic Hoover Theatre, a small-scale, community performing arts venue on the Herbert Hoover Middle School campus.
  • Capacity: 112–200 seats depending on configuration (seating plan and footprints available on the venue site).
  • Seating/plan: Seating plan shows variable capacity (112–200) based on stage configuration; footprints and technical info available online.
  • Parking: Primary lot at Park Avenue and Sandringham Way; alternate parking on Naglee Avenue; free parking options described on venue pages.
  • Transit: Accessible by San Jose VTA public transit (buses and light rail) with stops in downtown San Jose; plan posted by local theater resources.
  • Nearby hotels: Signia by Hilton San Jose (170 S Market St) and Hotel De Anza (233 W Santa Clara St) are convenient options.
  • Notable events hosted: Community productions and school-affiliated performances; examples include Playful People Productions (e.g., Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Hamlet/Web listings), Renegade Theatre Experiment events, and past Silicon Valley Opera productions.