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Orpheum Theatre

A designated San Francisco landmark, the Orpheum Theatre is a historic 2,300-seat Broadway house featuring an ornate Moorish-meets-Spanish-Gothic interior and a facade patterned after a 12th-century French cathedral.

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Where is the Orpheum Theatre located?

The Orpheum Theatre is located at 1192 Market Street in San Francisco's Civic Center district.

What is the Orpheum Theatre known for?

It is a designated San Francisco landmark and one of the city's most historic Broadway houses. It is known for its Moorish-meets-Spanish-Gothic interior, a façade patterned after a 12th-century French cathedral, and hosting major productions like Hamilton, Evita, and Mamma Mia!.

What are the hours for the lobbies and lounges?

Lobbies open 90 minutes before the curtain, or 60 minutes before for 7:00 p.m. performances. The Marquee Lounge opens 90 minutes before the curtain.

Does the theatre have food and drink options?

Yes, there are bars on each floor serving cocktails, local beer, wine, and a selection of sweet and savory snacks. The venue also offers a Marquee Lounge experience during performances.

Is the Orpheum Theatre accessible?

Yes, the theatre is committed to being accessible for all guests. The main men's and women's restrooms located on the basement level are fully accessible for patrons in wheelchairs.

What should I check before going?

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What to know

The Orpheum Theatre, located at 1192 Market Street, is one of San Francisco's most historic and beloved Broadway houses. Built in 1926 as a vaudeville and movie palace, the venue has served as a premier entertainment spot in the Bay Area for a century. It was originally known as the Pantages Theatre and is a designated San Francisco landmark. The theatre's architecture is a striking blend of styles. Its exterior facade is patterned after a 12th-century French cathedral, while the interior is a lavish Moorish-meets-Spanish-Gothic design. This interior features an ornate ceiling and a capacity of 2,300 seats, blending Beaux-Arts elegance with modern production capabilities. Throughout its history, the Orpheum has hosted a wide array of performances. It has served as the stage for famous productions such as Evita and Mamma Mia! before they moved to Broadway, and has presented touring Broadway hits like Hamilton and The Book of Mormon. Today, the venue is operated by BroadwaySF, an ATG Entertainment company, which acquired the theatre in March 2021. The theatre continues to bring high-quality live entertainment to the city's Civic Center district, maintaining its status as a landmark of the performing arts.

Visitor tips

  • Arrive early; the lobbies open 90 minutes before the curtain, or 60 minutes for 7:00 p.m. performances.
  • For a more exclusive experience, visit the Marquee Lounge, which opens 90 minutes before the curtain.
  • If you are attending a show, the largest main restrooms are located on the basement level and are fully wheelchair accessible.

Nearby context

The Orpheum Theatre is situated in the heart of San Francisco's Civic Center district, where it adds to the architectural diversity of the city's center.

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