Theater

SMPAC - Our premiere venue

San Mateo Performing Arts Center (SMPAC) offers all that you would want in a premiere theater venue. As the largest theater between San Francisco and San Jose, we offer a spacious, multi-level lobby with vaulted ceilings, 1540 seats, a large, fully equipped concession area, a will-call/coat check room, a box office with four (interior and exterior) ticket windows and both large group and private dressing rooms.  Perfect for any event, we feature a state of the art sound system, lighting options, a brand new laser projector - as well as a full fly system, loading dock and scene shop. This is premiere venue is an excellent space for performances and rehearsals, as well as corporate events and seminars.

NOTE: Alcohol is strictly prohibited on all school grounds. Food and drinks are NOT allowed inside the theater. Food Vendors may require additional insurance.

OTHER NOTES REGARDING SMUHSD THEATER FACILITIES:

We do not have LEDs, moving lights, intelligent lights and special effect lights in any of our venues. General light plot – PARs, Source 4, RGB Cyc Lights. Light plot available upon request. Haze and atmospheric effects are strictly prohibited in all our venues.

THE PROJECTOR SCREEN LOCATION VARIES PER SITE. PLEASE DISCUSS DETAILS WITH THEATER MANAGER ON YOUR WALK THROUGH.

THEATER TOURS: Renters are entitled to one 30 minute walkthrough of the theater (s) prior to the rental process. After permit is approved, they may have ONE 1-hour walk through with the Auditorium Manager and/or technicians. Any additional need to see the space or have a walk through will result in an hourly labor charge to be determined by the Auditorium Manager. Walkthroughs subject to staff availability. Email: lmartens@smuhsd.org for scheduling details

San Mateo PAC Technical Specifications: Click Here

San Mateo PAC Seating Chart: Click Here