Welcome to SOPAC, a nonprofit performing arts center in South Orange, New Jersey. With the Jennifer & Tony Leitner Performance Hall (409 seats) and the SOPAC Loft (up to 100 seats, with standing room), plus The Village at SOPAC cinemas, there’s a diverse lineup of music, comedy, film, and special events. We’ll help you secure your seats with straightforward ticket access, plus practical details on parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

Address: 1 SOPAC Way, South Orange, NJ 07079. SOPAC is conveniently located next to the South Orange NJ Transit station, making it easy to reach by train from NYC and surrounding areas. If you’re driving, the SOPAC/NJ Transit parking lot offers affordable rates, and EV charging is available in Lot 3. Accessible parking is available in the SOPAC lot.

Notable programs include Jazz in the Loft and Laughs in the Loft, annual events like the SOPAC Gala, and Giants of Jazz co-hosted with partner venues. The Village at SOPAC provides additional entertainment options. SOPAC is built to provide a welcoming, reliable experience. We can help you find the best seats, plan your visit, and point you to trusted local partners for hotels and dining that fit your plans.

Pro tip: secure your seats early for popular shows, and check the venue’s seating chart for your preferred view in the Jennifer & Tony Leitner Performance Hall or The Loft.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 1 SOPAC Way, South Orange, NJ 07079.
Capacity: 439-seat main performance hall; SOPAC Loft seats up to 100 (seated) or 225 (standing).
Venue type: Nonprofit performing arts center with a theatre, loft, and five cinemas (The Village at SOPAC).
Seating chart: Seating chart available via the SOPAC Box Office page (Jennifer & Tony Leitner Performance Hall).
Parking: SOPAC/NJ Transit parking lot next to the theatre; $1/hour (9:30 AM–6 PM, Mon–Fri, max $5); free all day weekends; EV charging in Lot 3; accessible parking in SOPAC lot.
Transit: Located next to South Orange NJ Transit station; 35 minutes to NYC Penn Station via Morris & Essex line; nearby bus lines 92 and 107.
Nearby hotels: The Wilshire Grand Hotel (West Orange), Hilton Short Hills (Short Hills), and The Albion Summit (formerly The Grand Summit Hotel in Summit).
Notable events hosted: Broad programming including Jazz in the Loft and Laughs in the Loft; SOPAC Gala (annual fundraising); Giants of Jazz (co-hosted with The Baird); ongoing Loft/area programming.
Renamed note: The Grand Summit Hotel in Summit was renamed Albion Summit in 2024 after a refresh.