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About Showcase Theater Plaza - San Rafael

Welcome to Showcase Theater Plaza, the intimate proscenium-style venue housed within Marin Center in San Rafael, CA. With a total of 300 seats (280 fixed, 20 portable) and all seating within 45 feet of the stage, it’s ideal for small-scale productions, school performances, and community events. The venue is known for its engaging atmosphere, clear sightlines, and accessibility, making it easy to secure your seats for a memorable night of live performance.

Whether you’re here for a school recital, a community show, or a county meeting, you’ll find convenient parking, straightforward transit options, and a convenient array of nearby hotels and dining. We’ve got you covered with practical details and reliable recommendations to help you plan your visit with ease.

Venue details: Marin Center—Showcase Theater operates as part of the Marin Center complex at 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, CA 94903. The seating chart includes two sections with wheelchair-accessible areas, and a detailed diagram is available on the Marin Center website. Free parking is available in the adjacent lot, and public transit options include 511 planning, Golden Gate Transit service to the Marin Center area, and nearby SMART Main Line access at the Marin Civic Center. For a comfortable stay and convenient dining, consider these affiliate hotel and restaurant partners:

  • Hotels
    • Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County — 101 McInnis Parkway
    • Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael — 1010 Northgate Drive
    • Courtyard by Marriott Larkspur — 2500 Larkspur Landing Circle
  • Restaurants
    • Partnered dining options near the Marin Center for pre-show meals or post-show celebrations—booking and reservation links available through our affiliate partners.

Recent highlights include the grand reopening in October 2024 featuring Tito Puente Jr., and ongoing use for Marin County meetings and events, such as temporary relocations of the Board of Supervisors in early 2026. For ticketing, logistics, and insider tips, you can rely on us to keep things straightforward—no fluff, just solid options to secure your seats at this beloved San Rafael venue.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and venue type: Marin Center—Showcase Theater, an intimate proscenium-style theatre for small-scale productions and school performances (address: 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, CA 94903).
  • Capacity: 300 total seats (280 fixed seats + 20 portable seats); no seat more than 45 feet from the stage.
  • Seating chart: seating comprises two sections with wheelchair-accessible areas; detailed diagram available on the Marin Center site labeled with rows and accessibility notes.
  • Parking: Free parking in the lot adjacent to the Showcase Theater.
  • Transit: Plan trips with 511; Golden Gate Transit serves the Marin Center area; the SMART Main Line stops nearby at the Marin Civic Center.
  • Nearby hotels: Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County (101 McInnis Parkway); Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael (1010 Northgate Drive); Courtyard by Marriott Larkspur (2500 Larkspur Landing Circle).
  • Notable events hosted: grand reopening in Oct 2024 featuring Tito Puente Jr.; ongoing use for Marin County meetings and events (e.g., temporary Board of Supervisors relocation in Jan–Feb 2026).
  • Renamed/demolished: venue is still the Showcase Theater within Marin Center; no demolition or renaming has occurred in recent years.