Tobin Center for the Performing Arts

Tobin Center for the Performing Arts is a performing arts venue in San Antonio with two main halls designed for different types of performances. The larger Performance Hall seats roughly 1,760 people, while the smaller Studio Theater holds around 300 for more intimate productions.

The building was originally constructed in 1926 as the city's Municipal Auditorium, designed by architect Atlee Ayres. After extensive renovations, it reopened in 2014 as a modern cultural center.

The center hosts the San Antonio Symphony and local opera and ballet companies that present classical performances and dance throughout the year. Visitors experience a range of artistic presentations that shape the cultural life of the city.

The building sits near the San Antonio Riverwalk and features an outdoor plaza that accommodates up to 600 people. The venue has modern acoustic systems equipped for both amplified and non-amplified performances, allowing for different types of events.

The Performance Hall has a mechanized floor system that can transform from traditional raked theater seating to a completely flat surface in just minutes. This allows quick switches between different performance formats without extensive setup time.

Location: San Antonio

GPS coordinates: 29.43070,-98.48866

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:52