The Performing Arts Center in downtown Sacramento is a major theater designed for Broadway productions, ballet, opera, orchestral concerts, and other live performances. With approximately 2,400 seats, the venue has undergone an extensive modernization that transformed its formerly enclosed Brutalist character with large glass surfaces and a distinctive perforated exterior screen, creating a more open and welcoming presence at street level.
Inside, the auditorium emphasizes clear sightlines, audience comfort, and high-quality sound. The renovated performance space features a modern electro-acoustic enhancement system that can be adjusted for different types of productions, while wider seating in parts of the orchestra and lower balcony improves comfort. Concessions are also available before performances and during intermission.
The venue is located at 1301 L St, Sacramento, United States. The main entrance is on L Street, with an additional entrance from K Street via the walkway between the Performing Arts Center and the convention center; both entrances are accessible. Several public parking garages are within a short walk, while taxis and rideshare services can drop passengers directly at the main entrance. For broader transportation options and getting around Sacramento, see the city information below.