The historic Balboa Theatre reopened in January 2008 with much acclaim from audiences and performers. Additionally, it has received numerous special awards and recognitions on a local, state, and national professional organizations.
868 4th Ave (at E St) San Diego , CA 92101 United States
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Located in the heart of San Diego's Gaslamp District, the historical Balboa Theatre was the city 's first big downtown theater built to showcase motion pictures. Read more
The Arlo Guthrie concert was WONDERFUL. The venue was beautiful, cozy , perfect for a folk performer . Will definitely be back.
Super beautiful venue! But beware: they mean it w the "no camera ". Just accept it and you'll be happier.
You can park at the Horton Plaza parking lot as long as u stay for less than 3 hours so you can validate your ticket at any kiosk inside the mall and park for free!
Built in 1924, the historic Balboa Theatre was an elegant vaudeville & movie palace in the heart of downtown San Diego.
Great theatre ... Saw the sd gay mens chorus here and the sound was fantastic.
great place to watch shows... tickets are affordable and seats are comfy
Got to perform here with the SDGMC and do the music of Michael Jackson. What a great experience
Really nice place with comfortable seats ????
Built in 1924, this was originally a grand movie palace . It would later be converted into housing for the U.S. Navy during World War II. It was designated a historic site in 1972 and restored in 2005.
Make sure you come back the Balboa Theatre on Thursday, August 29th to see Joe Satriani and Steve Morse!! Click "Read More" for the Facebook event page: Read more
The Stage Adaptation of C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters will perform here on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at 4pm & 8pm. Read more
Orchestra seating was good; close but not too close. Mezzanine seats looked decent too.
Ryan Adams played better than I've ever seen him. The theater was just restored. Beautiful inside. Read more
Beautiful Theatre . Better if you are tiny. No leg room
There are additional bathrooms on the 2nd floor, stage left. They're kind of hidden, so fewer people use them!
In love with this place - awesome memories ????
Great theater but that isn't the one. Try again.
Good for cultural activities
Sit forward of balcony for best acoustics
This place is beautiful! Read more
Bo Birnham can go down on a mik better than a hooker with no gag reflex.
Not a bad seat to be found in the house!
in renovation....
Atrocious venue. AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!!!!! Go to L.A. if you have to!!
Ballet de San Diego 'Giselle' 10/10 viejo el teatro , estacionamiento cercano
So fabulous. Highly recommend seeing a show (or two!) here. - Anne Myers
El Zarape is a block away and if you're in the mood for some mexican food it is delicious. - Shaun Tuazon
It's a beautiful plaza they also have some best retail shops you know A&F, VS, Macy's, Banana Republic etc. as well as souvenir carts. - Jamie Preston