San Diego Civic Theater

read moreThank you for your interest in renting the San Diego Civic Theatre. The Theatre may be available for rental for cultural, entertainment, educational, civic, corporate and other special events and activities. In order to confirm a potential booking, a license agreement must be fully executed, license fees and expense deposits received, and required insurance coverage in place and certificates received.

read moreIt's "far and away the funniest musical of the season" (Daily News). It's "the most uproarious new show in years" (The Hollywood Reporter). It's "the best comedy on Broadway" (Forbes). No matter how you say it, Tootsie is unanimously funny! It's a laugh-out-loud love letter to the theatre, based on the Oscar-nominated film. Featuring a Tony-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Band's Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic's Pick is a "hilarious, thoroughly modern Tootsie" (People Magazine) that's "even funnier than the movie!" (New York Post).

read moreYou may purchase parking passes in advance for the 225 Broadway Garage operated by Ace Parking for most events when you make your ticket purchase. We are happy to offer Ticket Validation if you park at the Horton Plaza Garage on Fourth Avenue operated by Ace Parking. For any additional questions, contact Ace Parking which manages the garage at: 619.233.6624. With a total seating capacity of 1,335 the historic Balboa Theatre features a Main Floor Orchestra and second level Loge and Balcony sections.

read moreYou may purchase tickets in advance for the Evan V. Jones Parkade for most events when you make your ticket purchase. The garage is operated by Ace Parking. PLEASE NOTE: When Event Staff is present and when cashiers are stationed at entrances, the $10 parking fee is payable in CASH ONLY. On show days, be prepared to have cash. If no cashier is present, and a ticket is pulled to raise the gate, parking fees may be paid at pre-paid stations on Street and Terrace levels with debit or credit card. Please remember to take the parking ticket with you in order to use pre-pay stations.

read moreSan Diego Theatres employs over 200 San Diegans to assist in the management, marketing, operations and maintenance of the San Diego Civic Theatre in the heart of downtown and the historic Balboa Theatre in the Gaslamp Quarter. Our employees are part of a team that strives to provide exceptional theatre-going experiences to guests and outstanding service to our clients, patrons, contractors, and co-workers. Our career opportunities provide an opportunity to be part of the vibrant San Diego performing arts scene.

read morePlease note: As of March 20, 2020, our Chargeline and Advance Ticket Windows will be closed until further notice in accordance with the County of San Diego Health Department and State recommendations. At this time, Gift Certificate are only available online. Looking for the perfect present? San Diego Theatres is proud to offer gift certificates, good for anyone who loves theatre, concerts and live performances!