Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, Mission-style performance venue in downtown Santa Cruz, California.
The Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium features a large stage, open porches on corners and sides, and Art Deco architectural elements throughout its structure.
Built in 1940, the auditorium gained national attention in 1956 when local police stopped a rock concert due to concerns about dance movements.
The venue serves as the permanent home of the Santa Cruz County Symphony and regularly presents concerts, theater performances, and community gatherings.
Located at 307 Church Street, the auditorium operates its box office Tuesday through Friday from noon to 4 PM, with direct access from Highway 1.
During both the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake and 2020 CZU Lightning Complex fires, the building functioned as an emergency shelter for affected residents.
Location: California
GPS coordinates: 36.97390,-122.02900
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:06
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