11 Best Performing Arts Venues in The Central Coast, California

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We've compiled the best of the best in The Central Coast - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Arlington Theatre

This Moorish-style auditorium presents touring performers and films throughout the year.

1317 State St., Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, USA
805-963–4408

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Center Stage Theatre

This venue hosts plays, music, dance, and readings.

Chapala and De la Guerra Sts., Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, USA
805-963–0408

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Ensemble Theatre Company (ETC)

The company stages classic and contemporary comedies, musicals, and dramas.

33 W. Victoria St., Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, USA
805-965–5400

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The Granada Theatre

A restored, modernized landmark that dates from 1924, the Granada hosts Broadway touring shows and dance, music, and other cultural events.

1214 State St., Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, USA
805-899–2222

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Lobero Theatre

A state landmark, the Lobero hosts community theater groups and touring professionals.

33 E. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, USA
805-963–0761

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Music Academy of the West

The academy presents orchestral, chamber, and operatic works every summer.

1070 Fairway Rd., Santa Barbara, CA, 93108, USA
805-969–4726

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Performing Arts Center, San Luis Obispo

A truly great performance space, the center hosts live theater, dance, and music.

1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93407, USA
805-756–4849

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San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre

SLO County's only nonprofit, fully professional theater group presents dramas, musicals, readings, and other performances year-round.
888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, USA
805-786–2440-box office

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Solvang Festival Theater

Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts presents crowd-pleasing musicals like A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder and Million Dollar Quartet, as well as Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest, and contemporary plays at this 700-seat outdoor amphitheater.

420 2nd St., Solvang, CA, 93464, USA
805-922–8313
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Performances June–Oct.

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Vina Robles Amphitheatre

At this 3,300-seat, Mission-style venue with good food, wine, and sight lines, you can enjoy acclaimed musicians in concert.

3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles, CA, 93446, USA
805-286–3680
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Performances Apr.–Nov.

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Santa Barbara Bowl

Built in 1936 and recently renovated to meet the highest standards of visiting musicians, the 4,500-seat Bowl attracts world-class entertainers (past acts include Radiohead, The Who, John Legend, and Natalie Merchant), from April through October.
1122 N. Milpas St., Santa Barbara, CA, 93103, USA
805-962–7411

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