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Santa Paula Theater Center (SPTC) offers an intimate, community-driven theatre experience in Santa Paula, California. Located at 125 South 7th Street, the historic Ebell Club building (built 1917) houses a lively season of main-stage productions, Backstage performances, and special events like PlayZapPalooza and the SP Film Festival. The venue sits within the city's charming historic core and is part of Santa Paula’s cultural fabric, maintained by a dedicated community theatre team. SPTC moved to this NRHP-listed site in 1987 and continues to host engaging performances in a space with deep local character.
Whether you’re a local resident or visiting for a performance, we’ve got you covered with practical seating info, parking tips, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining recommendations to help secure your seats with ease.
Seating and venue details: The Main Stage provides approximately 100 seats, with the Backstage area offering around 50 seats, as noted in public listings; the official site does not publish a single capacity figure. Public seating charts are available on third-party sites such as TicketIQ and TickPik, so be sure to review the chart to pick your preferred seat. For a closer, more intimate experience, secure your seats early for upcoming productions.
Parking and transportation: Street parking is available on 7th Street and Main Street. The US Bank lot at the corner is commonly used by theatre-goers—just be mindful not to block the rear turnaround. Local transit options include the regional Hwy 126 Route 60 in Ventura County, Gold Coast Transit, and Dial-A-Ride services. Greyhound also serves Santa Paula, making it convenient for day trips or visitors from nearby communities.
Nearby hotels and dining: For a comfortable stay, consider Santa Paula Inn within walking distance, or the historic Glen Tavern Inn for a charming, retro-motel-style experience. To fuel your evening, explore local eateries offering a range of cuisines; we recommend checking out partner hotels and nearby dining options for affiliated deals and curated recommendations that suit a variety of budgets.
What to expect at Santa Paula Theater Center: From main-stage productions to Backstage performances, Concerts, and signature events like PlayZapPalooza and the SP Film Festival, SPTC delivers a diverse calendar that celebrates regional talent within a preserved, culturally significant venue. The building’s NRHP designation reflects its historical importance and enduring charm, making a night at the theatre not just a show, but an experience in Santa Paula’s heritage.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 125 South 7th Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060.
- Venue type: Community theatre operating in a historic Ebell Club building (built 1917).
- Renamed/home: The building was the Ebell Club of Santa Paula; SPTC moved to this site in 1987 and the building is NRHP-listed.
- Capacity: Main Stage approximately 100 seats; Backstage approximately 50 seats (noted in public listings; official site does not publish a single capacity figure).
- Seating chart: Public seating charts are available via third-party sites (e.g., TicketIQ and TickPick) rather than on the official site.
- Parking: Street parking on 7th/Main; US Bank lot at the corner is commonly used; do not block the rear turnaround.
- Transit: Santa Paula is served by regional transit (Hwy 126 Route 60 in Ventura County) and by Gold Coast Transit; Dial-A-Ride available; Greyhound has a Santa Paula stop.
- Nearby hotels: Santa Paula Inn (walking distance) and Glen Tavern Inn (historic hotel in town).
- Notable events hosted: Five main-stage productions, Backstage performances, Concerts, PlayZapPalooza, SP Film Festival.
- Current status: The venue is active in 2026 with ongoing season productions.