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Welcome to the Pepperdine University Center for the Arts in Malibu, a vibrant cultural hub hosting hundreds of performances each year across three intimate spaces: Smothers Theatre, Raitt Recital Hall, and Lindhurst Theatre. Whether you’re catching a touring artist, a student showcase, or a special event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit.

Note: The center is officially named the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts. No publicized demolition or renaming beyond this established title. Use the venue name Pepperdine University Center for the Arts when browsing events, and recognize the three performance spaces: Smothers Theatre (approx. 450 seats), Raitt Recital Hall (approximately 118–124 seats), and Lindhurst Theatre (50–100 seats).

About the venue

Located on Pepperdine’s Malibu campus at 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, the Center for the Arts is a cornerstone of the arts scene on the California coast. The theater spaces host touring acts and student performances through the ARTSReach program, along with signature events such as the Parkening International Guitar Competition. Expect diverse programming—from music and dance to theatre and contemporary performance.

Accessibility and planning are straightforward here. Smothers Theatre offers a larger main stage with a formal layout, Raitt Recital Hall provides a more intimate recital setting, and Lindhurst Theatre serves as a compact venue for cutting-edge performances. For every show, we’ll help you locate seats, confirm parking options, and map out nearby places to stay and dine. We’ve got trusted hotel and restaurant partners to simplify your trip, whether you’re visiting from out of town or staying on campus at the Villa Graziadio Executive Center.

Pro tip: Secure your seats early for popular seasons—the Pepperdine lineup features well-known artists like Colin Hay, Cirque Kalabanté, ABT Studio, Charo, and Jake Shimabukuro in 2024–25 and 2025–26, among other performing arts. Each date is treated as a standalone event, so check details for the specific performance you want.

Venue-specific details

  • Smothers Theatre – ~450 seats. Official seating charts are available on Pepperdine’s site. Ideal for larger-scale performances and showcases.
  • Raitt Recital Hall – ~118–124 seats. Intimate acoustics perfect for soloists, small ensembles, and recitals.
  • Lindhurst Theatre – ~50–100 seats. A flexible space for contemporary works and experimental performances.

When you’re ready to buy, we’ll guide you to the current availability and help you find the best available price options for the show you want. For rescheduled events, the listing will read: RESCHEDULED from its original date. If an event date is TBA, you’ll see Date to be announced.

Nearby amenities and transit options make your visit convenient, whether you’re staying on campus at Villa Graziadio or staying nearby in Malibu or Santa Monica.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90263.
  • Venues: Smothers Theatre (450 seats); Raitt Recital Hall (approx. 118–124 seats); Lindhurst Theatre (50–100 seats).
  • Seating charts are available for Smothers Theatre and Raitt Recital Hall on Pepperdine’s site.
  • Parking: Seaver Main Lot with a $7 paid parking option; free parking in Theme Tower Lot (Lot A) with shuttle service to the arts complex; free parking for Raitt/Lindhurst performances is first-come, first-served one hour before showtime.
  • Transit: On-campus Pepperdine shuttles (Blue/Orange routes); Metro public transit option via bus 534 to Malibu; campus transit schedules available online.
  • Nearby hotels: On-campus Villa Graziadio Executive Center (32 guest rooms); other nearby options include Malibu Beach Inn and various Santa Monica/Calabasas hotels.
  • Notable events: Regular touring artists and student performances; ARTSReach outreach; Parkening International Guitar Competition; three theater spaces host hundreds of events annually; 2024–25 and 2025–26 season lineups include acts like Colin Hay, Cirque Kalabanté, ABT Studio, Charo, Jake Shimabukuro.
  • Note: The center is currently named the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts; no publicized demolition, and no renaming beyond the established name.