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About Margaret Lesher Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts
Welcome to the Margaret Lesher Theatre, one of three intimate venues at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek. With a capacity of 297, this theatre hosts a variety of performances from the Center REPertory Company, touring shows, and community events. We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth night out.
Whether you’re catching a Center REPertory production, a SFJAZZ show, or a cultural festival, this page provides up-to-date information so you can secure your seats with confidence.
For the most accurate seating layouts, view the official theatre seating charts and plan around your preferred great seats and the section you want. Parking is straightforward at the adjacent Locust Street parking garage, with ParkMobile options for convenience. If you’re traveling by public transit, the Walnut Creek BART station and local bus lines (14, 21, 4, 98X) connect you to the venue quickly. Consider staying nearby at partner hotels like the Walnut Creek Marriott or Residence Inn by Marriott Walnut Creek for a comfortable, easy trip. We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and dining partners to help you secure the best value and experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: Margaret Lesher Theatre seats up to 297 (official venue rental page lists 297).
- Address: 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.
- Venue type: Multi-theatre performing arts center with three theatres: Hofmann Theatre (~785 seats), Margaret Lesher Theatre (~297 seats), and George & Sonja Vukasin Theatre (~133 seats).
- Seating chart: Official seating charts available on Lesher Center site (Theatre Seating Charts page).
- Parking: Adjacent Locust Street parking garage; event parking may apply; parking can be reserved via ParkMobile.
- Transit: Accessible via BART (Walnut Creek Station) and local bus lines (e.g., 14, 21, 4, 98X).
- Nearby hotels: Walnut Creek Marriott (2355 N Main St, ~1 mile away); Residence Inn by Marriott Walnut Creek (2050 N California Blvd); Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa (in Lafayette, ~2–3 miles away).
- Notable events hosted: Center REPertory Company productions, SFJAZZ at The Lesher Center, Fiesta Cultural, Diwali Celebration, Chevron Family Theatre Festival, and touring performances like Cabaret (Center REP).