Welcome to the Victoria Theater at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark. This intimate proscenium-style venue seats up to 511 guests and hosts a diverse range of performances—from dance and jazz to contemporary theater and film. The Lizzie & Jonathan Tisch Stage provides a refined setting for artists and audiences alike, making it a standout intimate venue in New Jersey’s performing arts scene. Whether you’re planning a night of live music, dance, or theater, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby stays and bites.

Secure your seats through trusted partners and plan ahead with quick access to parking and local hotel options. We’ll guide you to convenient transit links and nearby dining to enhance your NJPAC experience. Remember, the Victoria Theater hosts a range of events each season, so check the current show details and seating map for the specific performance you’re attending. If you’re traveling from out of town, Newark’s downtown hotels and eateries nearby offer comfortable options just a short lift, walk, or drive away from the theater.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: Victoria Theater seats 511 (maximum) for typical configurations.
Address: 1 Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102.
Venue type: Proscenium-style, intimate performance theater within NJPAC; part of the Victoria Theater complex, with the stage named Lizzie & Jonathan Tisch Stage.
Seating chart: Official specs list 511-seat capacity; interactive seating maps are available from third-party ticket platforms (e.g., SeatGeek) for event-specific layouts.
Parking: Military Park Garage across from NJPAC (633 Broad Street) with nearby garage options; on-site parking is shared with NJPAC events.
Transit: Nearby Newark Penn Station; Newark Light Rail stop at NJPAC/Center Street.
Nearby hotels: Courtyard Newark Downtown, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown, DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Best Western Plus Robert Treat Hotel.
Notable events hosted: The venue has hosted artists such as Itzhak Perlman and Lauryn Hill, among others; NJPAC’s Victoria Theater is used for dance, jazz, film and contemporary theater.