San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center
San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center, Performing arts center in Civic Center Historic District, San Francisco, United States
The San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center spans 7.5 acres with multiple venues and a total seating capacity of 7,500 in the city center.
The United Nations Charter was signed in 1945 at the Herbst Theatre, followed by the Treaty of San Francisco signing at the Opera House in 1951.
The War Memorial Opera House presents over 60 opera performances annually while also serving as the permanent residence for the San Francisco Ballet since 1932.
The performing arts center includes the Davies Symphony Hall, Herbst Theatre, Green Room, and Zellerbach Rehearsal Hall, each designed for specific performance needs.
The complex features two matching Beaux-Arts buildings constructed in 1932: the War Memorial Opera House and the Veterans Building, commemorating World War I participants.
Location: San Francisco
Inception: 1932
GPS coordinates: 37.77910,-122.42000
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:24
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