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Broadway San Jose: Silicon Valley's Premier Theater

Experience the best of Broadway in the heart of Silicon Valley at the historic San Jose Center for the Performing Arts.

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Broadway San Jose brings the best of New York theater to the heart of Silicon Valley, hosting a vibrant array of Broadway shows at the historic San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. Experience the magic of live performance in this beautifully maintained venue.

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Local tips

  • Arrive early to find parking, as it can be limited downtown, especially during show nights.
  • Consider taking public transportation via VTA Light Rail or bus to avoid parking hassles.
  • Check out nearby restaurants like The Farmers Union or Mezcal for a pre-show dinner.
  • Look for the blue and orange ParkSJ signs at retailers to get 90 minutes of free parking with validation.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    The San Jose Center for the Performing Arts is accessible via VTA (Valley Transportation Authority) Light Rail and bus routes. The closest Light Rail stop is the Convention Center station, accessible via both the Blue and Green lines. From the station, it's a short walk to the theater. A single VTA fare costs $2.50.

  • Walking

    From the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, walk south on Almaden Boulevard for about 2 blocks. The San Jose Center for the Performing Arts will be on your left. This is a short, easy walk, taking approximately 5 minutes.

  • Parking

    Several parking garages are available near the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. The Convention Center Garage, with entrances on Almaden Boulevard and Market Street, is a convenient option. Rates are typically $4 per hour, with a daily maximum of $25. River Park Tower offers a $15 flat rate for special events. Be sure to check for any special event rates.

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Broadway San Jose, a Nederlander Presentation, offers Silicon Valley a taste of the New York Broadway experience. Performances are held at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, a historic 2,677-seat theater in the heart of downtown San Jose. Since its debut in 2009 with Spamalot, Broadway San Jose has hosted over 70 shows, becoming a cultural hallmark of the city. Each season attracts approximately 300,000 patrons, with nearly 10,000 subscribers. The theater itself opened in 1972 and briefly closed for repairs after a ceiling collapse, reopening in 1973. For 34 years, the American Musical Theatre of San Jose (AMTSJ) called the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts home until the company's closure in 2008. Upcoming and past shows include popular titles such as Moulin Rouge!, MJ, & Juliet, Some Like It Hot, The Wiz, The Book of Mormon, Beetlejuice, Les Misérables, and Back to the Future. The Nederlander Organization, which presents Broadway San Jose, has been synonymous with great entertainment since 1912.

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