Samueli Theater is an intimate, versatile venue within the Segerstrom Center for the Arts complex in Costa Mesa, California. Opened in 2006 and named for a generous donor, it sits alongside the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall but has its own entrance for easy access. With a flexible seating arrangement and a reputation for engaging performances, Samueli Theater hosts Jazz Club, Concert Series, Cabaret Series, Family Series, and intimate chamber programs like Café Ludwig.

Whether you’re catching a world-class music performance or a family-friendly show, we’ve got you covered with reliable ticket access, clear seating information, and practical details on parking, transit, and nearby amenities.

Plan your visit to Samueli Theater with confidence. Use the seating map to choose your preferred configuration (stadium, cabaret, or general). Parking at Plaza Tower Garage is convenient and adjacent to the Westin South Coast Plaza Hotel, with typical performance parking around the best available price. OCTA provides public transit options to the center, and the OCTA information line can help with routing. For accommodations and dining, we highlight affiliate hotel and restaurant options near the theater to simplify your outing. Remember, dates and events are subject to change, so check individual performance details when you buy tickets.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Samueli Theater address: 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
Venue type: intimate, multi‑purpose space within Segerstrom Center for the Arts; part of Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall complex but with its own entrance.
Open date and naming: opened in 2006; named Samueli Theater after a donor; center renamed to Segerstrom Center for the Arts in 2011.
Seating/configuration: general admission capacity around 600; about 300 seats in stadium/cabaret configurations; 500‑seat designation is used in some official material.
Seating chart: a seating map by venue is available (Seating Map by Venue for Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Samueli Theater & Great Park Live).
Parking: Plaza Tower Garage is the recommended lot for Samueli Theater; adjacent to Westin South Coast Plaza; performance parking around $15.
Transit: OCTA public transportation serves the center; OCTA information line is available for riders.
Nearby hotels: Plaza Tower Garage is across from the Westin South Coast Plaza Hotel.
Notable events hosted: Samueli hosts Jazz Club, Concert Series, Cabaret Series, and Family Series; Café Ludwig (Pacific Symphony chamber music) is a regular attraction; Lunar New Year is among the featured events.
Renaming note: OCPAC was renamed Segerstrom Center for the Arts in January 2011.