Ambassador Auditorium

Ambassador Auditorium is a concert hall in Pasadena with distinctive emerald green granite exterior walls and interiors finished in Brazilian rosewood. The main performance space accommodates approximately 1200 guests and features refined acoustic design suited for musical presentations.

The auditorium opened in 1974 with an inaugural performance by the Vienna Symphony Orchestra and served the community for performances over the following decades. The building became known for hosting classical music events throughout its operational period.

The auditorium hosted more than 2500 performances by international artists including Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, and Frank Sinatra during its first two decades.

The venue works best for smaller to mid-sized musical events due to its seating capacity. Getting there by car is most convenient, as parking is available on the grounds.

The building sits within a reflecting pool covering a half-acre of grounds, which features a bronze fountain with five large egret sculptures. This water feature creates a serene setting around the entire venue.