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About Mills College - Lisser Hall

Welcome to Mills College Lisser Hall, a multi-venue performing arts hub on the MacArthur Boulevard campus in Oakland. Home to the Holland Theater, Voyles Terrace, and the Digital Performance Theater, Lisser Hall hosts a wide range of performances—from concerts and dance to lectures and community events. Renovated and re-opened in 2018, this on-campus venue has a storied history connected to notable composers and a strong tradition of welcoming audiences from the city and beyond. Whether you’re attending a performance or planning an event, we’ve got you covered with seating details, parking guidance, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining suggestions to make your visit seamless.

Secure your seats at Mills College Lisser Hall by choosing shows in the Holland Theater (capacity 271), Voyles Terrace (capacity 129 standing), or the Digital Performance Theater (58 fixed seats + 29 on stage). For planning a trip, use Mills on-campus free parking in the Richards Road lot for guests. Local AC Transit routes 57 and NL serve the MacArthur Blvd corridor, with campus bus stops at the entrance. Ready to explore nearby stays and bites? We’ve highlighted affiliate partner hotels and notable dining options in downtown/Uptown Oakland to complement your visit. If you’re curious about past performers and the arts tradition here, the venue is famous for its associations with Henry Cowell and Harry Partch, adding a layer of historical significance to modern performances.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 5000 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA 94613.
  • Venue type: on-campus, multi-venue performing arts center (Holland Theater, Voyles Terrace, Digital Performance Theater) within Lisser Hall.
  • Holland Theater capacity: 271 seats total (267 fixed; 4 ADA); 400 standing when seating is fully retracted; configurable seating for 152-267 seats depending on setup.
  • Voyles Terrace capacity: 129 standing; Digital Performance Theater: 58 fixed seats plus 29 on stage.
  • Parking: Mills on-campus parking is free for visitors, with Richards Road lot the recommended lot; parking designated for commuter/guest parking.
  • Transit: Local AC Transit routes (57 & NL) serve the MacArthur Blvd corridor; buses stop at campus entrance; use 511.org to plan trips.
  • Nearby hotels (downtown/Uptown Oakland): Courtyard Oakland Downtown (988 Broadway), Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center (378 11th St), Kissel Uptown Oakland (2455 Broadway), AC Hotel Oakland Downtown (1431 Jefferson St).
  • Notable events hosted: historic performances and associations with composers Henry Cowell and Harry Partch; widely used for dances, theatrical productions, lectures, workshops, and community events; renovated and reopened in 2018.