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About The Historic Bal Theatre
The Historic BAL Theatre in San Leandro is a cherished Art Deco-era venue with a storied past dating back to its 1946 opening. With a contemporary seated capacity of ~750–800, the theatre features a classic layout: Main Floor Orchestra, plus a second level Loge and Balcony for varied sightlines and acoustics. Today, it remains a vibrant hub for concerts, tribute shows, and other live performances, continuing the tradition of original big-band and vaudeville beginnings.
Located at 14808 East 14th Street, this historic venue blends nostalgic design with modern accessibility, offering a straightforward, no-fuss ticket buying experience. Whether you’re planning a casual night out or a special occasion, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to enhance your visit.
When you’re ready to secure your seats, we’ll guide you through the process and help you find the right view for your night at the Bal Theatre. For a complete experience, consider nearby lodging like The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay, plus other East Bay options a short drive away. Local transit is convenient via BART (near San Leandro) and local bus lines, with ride-share as a flexible option. We’ve got you covered with trusted affiliate recommendations for hotels and restaurants to complement your show night.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 14808 East 14th Street, San Leandro, CA 94578
- Capacity: originally about 800 seats; contemporary seated capacity around 750–800
- Venue type: historic theatre / performing arts venue (Art Deco, movie palace heritage)
- Seating configuration: Main Floor Orchestra with a second level Loge and Balcony
- Parking: free street parking, nearby municipal lots, limited on-site parking for disabled patrons; ride-share drop-off zone
- Transit: near San Leandro BART station and local bus lines; accessible via ride-share
- Nearby hotels: The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay (and other East Bay options within a short drive)
- Notable events: opened in 1946 with big-band/vaudeville performances; continues to host concerts, tribute shows and other events
- Renamed/demolished: still active as Historic BAL Theatre; no demolition; sometimes referred to as Bal Theatre or Historic BAL Theatre