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About The Theatre at San Jose State University
The Theatre at San Jose State University, also known as the Hammer Theatre Center, is a city-backed performing-arts venue operated by San José State University. Located at 101 Paseo de San Antonio in downtown San Jose, this historic but modern venue hosts a wide range of performances, from school showcases like SJSU School of Music Kaleidoscope! to national broadcasts such as National Theatre Live screenings. Whether you’re catching a concert, a play, or a TED-style talk, we’ve got you covered with practical information to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.
Below you’ll find seating details for the main Sobrato Auditorium, parking options, transit accessibility, and a curated list of nearby hotels and dining options to consider for an easy trip to downtown San Jose.
Need assistance or finalizing your plans? Our team can help you confirm availability and guide you through the purchase process. For box office inquiries, call 408-924-8512 or email hammertheatre-tickets@sjsu.edu. We’ve got trusted connections with local hotels and restaurants to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.
Note: The venue name honors local figures and reflects its history as a shuttered venue that reopened in March 2016 as a modern performing-arts center. The Hammer Theatre Center is owned by the City of San Jose and operated by San José State University.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA 95113 (between 2nd and 3rd Street).
- Capacity: Sobrato Auditorium seats 516 (orchestra 158 with 4 wheelchair spaces, parterre 189, balcony 163); Hammer 4 Studio up to 120 seats.
- Venue type: University-operated performing-arts center (Hammer Theatre Center) owned by the City of San Jose and operated by San José State University.
- Seating chart: Main theatre (Sobrato) with three sections (Orchestra, Parterre, Balcony) totaling 516 seats; seating layout and chart available via the venue.
- Parking: Nearby options include the 2nd & San Carlos Garage (0.2 mi, with a $10 flat rate after 6:00 pm), plus other garages and city lots listed on the Transportation page.
- Transit: Located near VTA light-rail and bus routes; nearby stops include 2nd & Paseo de San Antonio – Bus Station, San Antonio North, and San Antonio South light-rail stations.
- Nearby hotels: Four Points by Sheraton San Jose (0.13 mi), The Fairmont San Jose (0.15 mi), The Westin San Jose (0.22 mi), San Jose Marriott (0.24 mi), Hotel De Anza (0.47 mi), Hyatt Place San Jose Downtown (0.35 mi), Hilton San Jose (0.40 mi).
- Notable events hosted: SJSU School of Music Kaleidoscope! 2026; National Theatre Live screenings such as The Importance of Being Earnest and A Streetcar Named Desire.
- Historical note: The Hammer Theatre Center was shuttered in 2014 and reopened in March 2016 as a modern performing-arts venue; the name honors local figures and the facility is operated by SJSU.
- Box office contact: Box office line and email are listed (408-924-8512; hammertheatre-tickets@sjsu.edu).