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California Theatre

California Theatre
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Type of Site
Entertainment Venues
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Architecture, Music, Art, History
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Price: $50+
Ticket prices for performances vary greatly; see website for ticketing details.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Mobility Assistance Available: Elevator
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Restrooms: Available
Baby Changing Facility: Yes
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California Theatre

Home of Opera San Jose


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
345 S 1st St
San Jose, CA 95113
+1 408 437 4450 (Box Office)

Description

If you're into opera or classical music, this is the perfect Silicon Valley setting to enjoy performances. Originally built as a grand movie palace, this remarkable theater is a splendid place to view performances by Opera San Jose and Symphony Silicon Valley. It also often shows old movies, with a 1927 Wurlitzer pipe organ getting audiences into a mood for yesteryear between showings. Opera San Jose puts on four operas every season, and Symphony Silicon Valley also uses the theater for performances of the great masters of music.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: Hours vary.
Notes: Performance times vary. Call or see website for showtimes.
Visit Time: 1.5hr-3hr
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Notes: The theater is usually only open to the public for cultural performances and film showings, but it is also sometimes rented out for business meetings by Silicon Valley companies.
Price: $50+
Price Notes: Ticket prices for performances vary greatly; see website for ticketing details.

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Train Walking
Notes: A lightrail train stop is located within easy walking distance.
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Parking Safety: Safe
Notes: Parking is available at the Valley Parking Lot, which is located directly across the street from the main entrance of the California Theatre. Entrance to the lot is on 2nd St between San Carlos and San Salvador St. See website for more parking options.


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