Theaters

NEW - Listings of current theatre productions around town. See San Antonio Theatre Coaliltion (SATCO) listing below.                Page refreshed April 2001

Arneson Theatre

This outdoor amphitheater hosts many exciting events on the beautiful River Walk. The Arneson Theatre has a unique design: located at the entrance of La Villita, the river separates the audience from the stage. In the summer months there are free dance performances almost every evening.

MAP 418 Villita
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 207-8610

Alameda Theater

The Alameda Theatre is currently under renovation and when completed seeks to create a cultural zone for the arts that reflect San Antonio's diverse heritage with an emphasis on Latino arts and culture.

MAP 318 W. Houston
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 299-4300

Alamo Street Theater

The Alamo St. Theatre has provided quality live theatrical and musical entertainment for nearly 22 years. Most shows are inter-active comedies and dinner theatre. Call for theatre schedule.

MAP 1150 South Alamo
San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 271-7791

Arts San Antonio

The mission of Arts San Antonio is to bring high-quality performing arts to the surrounding community.

MAP 222 E. Houston St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-2891

Carver Cultural Center

The Carver is San Antonio's cultural center for the African-American community. It exhibits and presents a global gathering of the arts, provocative plays, and multi-media happenings by celebrating music, dance, theater and arts. (210) 207-7211

MAP 226 N. Hackberry
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 207-7211

Childrens Fine Art Series

The Children's Fine Arts Series began in 1982 as a community project and fund-raiser of the Judson Montessori School. In 1988, the Series became a non-profit organization. Since then, at least half of the audience is composed of students from underserved areas. Generous contributions from the community make it possible for the Series to serve 30,000 children each year.

P.O. Box 13010
San Antonio, TX 78213
(210) 340-4060
Fax: (210) 340-4569
Kathy@childrensfineartseries.org

Empire Theatre

Built in 1914, The Empire Theatre sat vacant until a remarkable group of local citizens raised the funds to renovate the theatre. The Empire theatre is currently undergoing renovation to restore it's majesty. The theatre is within walking distance of the River Walk and most downtown hotels.

MAP 208 E. Houston St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

Firelight Players

The object of the Firelight Players is to establish and maintain a professional live theatre which cultivates a broad audience sphere through educational outreach, apprentice progrms and challenging productions, ranking theater as a primary source of education and entertainment.

P.O. Box 380484
San Antonio, TX 78268
(210) 256-9900

Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center Theatre

Converted from an old movie house, this building is a symbol of municipal and private efforts to revitalize a neighborhood. Now the theatre produces contemporary Latino theatre and also presents a variety of Latino music events. Located near downtown, it is a short taxi drive from most downtown hotels.

MAP 1300 Guadalupe St.
San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 351-7787

Harlequin Dinner Theater

The Harlequin Dinner Theatre provides quality dinning and theatre performances at an affordable price to both the civilian and military communities.

MAP 2652 Harney Road
San Antonio, TX 78234
(210) 222-9694
florence.bunten@cen.amedd.army.mil

Instituto Cultural Mexicano

During the month of October, the Instituto Cultural Mexicano hosts The International Theatre Festival. Watch spectacular performances from around the world. Itinerary to be announced.

MAP 600 Hemisphere Plaza
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 227-0123

Jewish Community Center Theater

The Jewish Community Center Theatre is recognized by the Alamo Theatre Arts Council for its quality productions and winner of numerous ATAC Globe awards.

MAP 103 Rampart
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 344-3453

Josephine Theater

This historic theater has been entertaining San Antonio audiences for almost 50 years, including performances of "Anything Goes", and "Dreamgirls".

MAP 339 W. Josephine
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 734-4646
millerx5@netscape.net

Jump Start Performance Co.

This theatre group produces some of San Antonio's finest original contemporary theatre. Call the number given to discover some of the most exciting and innovative theatre in the city. The theatre is located at the Blue Star Complex at 108 Blue Star 210-227-5867

MAP 108 Blue Star
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 227-5867
jumpman@dcci.com

Lila Cockrell Theater

Located in the cities convention center the Lila Cockrell theatre is host to a variety of performing arts and theatre throughout the year. It is within walking distance of most downtown hotels.

MAP 200 E. Market St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 207-8500

Majestic Performing Arts Center

Built in 1929 and recently restored, the Majestic is the home of the San Antonio Symphony. The theatre is located in the heart of downtown San Antonio and is within walking distance of most downtown hotels. The theatre is a beautiful example of re-use of an historic building and is an extraordinary example of early theatre architecture and design.

MAP 208 E. Houston
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-3333

The Majik Children's Theatre

The mission of the Magik Children's Theatre is to educate, entertain and enrich children and families through quality, affordable live theatrical presentations. Call for production schedule

MAP 402 South Alamo
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 227-2751

San Antonio Living History Association

The San Antonio Living History Association primarily presents historical reenactments and interpretive programs portraying events of the 1835-36 Texas Revolution. SALHA members teach their audiences with historical narratives and demonstrations of period clothing, technology and the daily life skills of Texan colonists, native Tejanos, Soldados Mejicanos and American newcomers. Call for schedule.

MAP (210) 494-7165

San Antonio Public Theatre

San Antonio, TX 78209 The San Antonio Public Theatre is a non-profit equity theatre company dedicated to the highest quality of production of contemporary, classical and original dramatic works through the employment of professional theatre artists.

P.O. Box 90022
San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 829-7529

San Antonio Theatre Coalition

The San Antonio Theatre Coalition (SATCO) is a non-profit service organization founded in 1995 to develop the interaction and sharing of talent and assets in live theatre.

P.O. Box 15012
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 351-0315

San Pedro Playhouse

The San Pedro The San Pedro Playhouse hopes to provide all members of the community with the best quality theatre available. SPP seeks to educate young people in theatre and related arts while providing opportunities for people of all ages.

MAP 1315 San Pedro Ave
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 733-7258

Steven Stoli's Playhouse

A homestyle atmosphere and attention to the audience's comfort make the up-close approach an intimate theatrical experience for all patrons. Children's productions are offered at the BackYard Theatre. Dinner show combo available.

MAP 11838 Wurzbach at Lockhill-Selma
San Antonio, TX 78230
(210) 408-0116

Spotlight Theatre & Arts Group

S.T.A.G.E. activities include: 4 regular season shows (3 week run), 1 to 2 additional "director's choice specials," a contest entry production for AACT festivals, and classes for beginners through advanced (children and adults). Call for event information.

MAP 1300 Bulverde Road
Bulverde, TX 78163
(830) 438-2339
stage@gvtc.com

Sunken Garden Theatre

This outdoor theater located in Brackenridge Park hosts concerts and a variety of activities. The theater is part of the Japanese Sunken Gardens.

MAP 3875 St. Mary's
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 735-0663