Tobin Center For The Performing Arts

Tobin Center For The Performing Arts

A versatile, world-class performing arts facility for the nation’s seventh-largest city. A center where our school children can receive specialized education opportunities and exposure to extraordinary performances. A new magnet for downtown revitalization, located on the River Walk leading up to the new Museum Reach. And finally, a much-needed home where our resident performing arts groups can grow and thrive.

Situated along the banks of the River in the city’s heart, the historic Municipal Auditorium, with its original facade preserved, is being transformed into a world-class venue. This theatrical icon will once again become the pride of the River and a shining beacon of creativity, fine art and downtown development. There will be no better place — anywhere — to see and hear a live performance.

When the dust finally settles in September 2014, The Tobin Center will feature a state-of-the-art, multi-purpose 1,759-seat (2,100-seat with flat-floor configuration) performance hall, a 250-seat studio theater, and an outdoor performance plaza connected to the River Walk with a permanent 30 FT video wall and water taxi portal.

The remarkable flexibility of the 1,759-seat H-E-B Performance Hall, with its distinctive “flat-floor” capability, opens the door for performances and events of almost any sort. The acoustics in the Hall can be “tuned” to fit the performance and the physical set-up of the hall, and the sound insulation throughout The Tobin Center will also ena ... view more »

LOCATION

Tobin Center For The Performing Arts

100 Auditorium Circle, San Antonio, TX 78205

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Accessibility Information

  • Accessible Parking

    Accessible Parking

    Accessible parking is available in The Tobin Center Parking Garage on all levels: $15 per general admission space ($12 if prepaid) and $25 for a reserved parking space. When purchasing your tickets, you may reserve an accessible space on level 2 (three available, accessible spaces) at $25. Each general admission floor has three accessible parking spaces located next to the elevator at $15 ($12 if prepaid).

    *NOTE: Please check venue to verify current pricing.

  • Accessible Restrooms

    Accessible Restrooms

    All public restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Companion care restrooms are also available on the orchestra, grand tier, and mezzanine level of The Tobin Center. Step stools are located within the companion care restrooms on the orchestra level.

  • Drop Off

    Drop Off

    The patrons' drop-off area is on Auditorium Circle, located to the left of The Tobin Center's front steps. To access the drop-off location, drive north on Jefferson Street and turn left on Auditorium Circle.

  • Elevator

    Elevator

    Elevators are located on each side of the McCombs Lobby behind the bars and at the entrance or the Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater.

  • Service Animal

    Service Animal

    Service animals are welcome inside the venue but must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times. Service Animals will rest in the seating area of their owner rather than in an aisle. A guest whose service animal poses a threat to the safety of other guests and employees may be asked to escort the animal off the premises.

  • Wheelchair Access

    Wheelchair Access

    The Tobin Center has wheelchairs available to assist guests with mobility concerns. Patron Services staff may be contacted to assist.

ADDITIONAL ACCESSIBILITY INFO: The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts recognizes the various needs of persons with disabilities and provides an array of accommodations to ensure safety, inclusivity, and enjoyment during your visit.

  • Sensory Friendly Performances are inclusive matinees that address the needs of all individuals in a welcoming environment. While the integrity and authenticity of the performance remains the same, certain production elements will be modified to create an accommodating experience. This provides an accessible opportunity for everyone to enjoy the arts. All events at the Tobin are able to make sensory-inclusive accommodations, learn more here: https://www.tobincenter.org/kulturecity.
  • With advanced notice, American Sign Language Interpreters are available to interpret performances. To schedule an ASL Interpreter, please contact Chance Margotta at 210-212-0938 or chance.margotta@tobincenter.org.
  • Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) amplify and clarify sound directly to patrons' ears. A limited number of receivers are available for use at the patron services window.

PARKING INFO

The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts has easily accessible parking areas within two blocks of the venue for events. The Tobin Center Parking Garage is located at 227 4th Street, 78205.

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