The Lobero Theatre has been the heart and rhythm of Santa Barbara for the last 150 years. Originally founded as Jose Lobero’s Opera House in 1873, the Lobero is the oldest continuously operating theatre in California and the fourth oldest performing arts theater in the country. Whether hosting events of great societal importance, launching the careers of Hollywood legends, serving as an influential jazz venue, or providing a stage for some of the world’s finest performers, the Lobero inspires diverse audiences of all ages.
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Events feature an exciting variety of contemporary music performances, jazz, classical music, opera, dance, and lectures. The Lobero is proud to be home to many of Santa Barbara’s outstanding performing arts organizations, including State Street Ballet, Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra, Sings Like Hell, the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Flamenco Arts Festival and more. We welcome you to join this prestigious group by renting the Lobero Theatre yourself.
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For the past 16 years, Garner and his band have faithfully recreated Cash’s biggest hits with stunning accuracy in this…
State Street Ballet Academy presents Rudolph on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 6:30 PM and Sunday, December 3 at 2 PM. This ballet, with…
The American roots music band, which consists of four siblings, their mom, and a dear friend, is known for taking the music of the Ozarks…
Lobero LIVE presents The Manhattan Transfer 50th Anniversary & Farewell Tour. The legendary quartet has achieved an incomparable…
Martin Media Worldwide presents José Feliciano. Feliciano is recognized as the first Latin Artist to effectively cross over into…
Santa Barbara Revels presents The Revels - A Winter Solstice Celebration "Tales from Ellis Island" on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2:30…
Santa Barbara Revels presents THE REVELS - A Winter Solstice Celebration "Tales from Ellis Island" on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2:30…
Presented by One805, join Alan Parsons OBE, Michael McDonald, Al Stewart, Terry Sylvester (The Hollies), David Pack (Ambrosia) and special…
Kerry Irish Productions presents An Irish Christmas Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 2 PM and 7 PM. Experience the joy of An Irish Christmas…
Brad Williams is the funniest comedian in the country right now, and has become one of the most in-demand comedians working today.…
Known as the King of Rant, Lewis Black uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and finger pointing to expose the absurdities of life.…
Over 25 years in comedy, Gulman has established himself as an eminent performer and peerless writer. With countless TV appearances as both…
Lobero LIVE presents An Evening with Los Lonely Boys on Friday, January 26, 2024 at 7:30 PM (Amplified) and Saturday, January 27, 2024 at…
Lobero LIVE presents An Evening with Los Lonely Boys on Friday, January 26, 2024 at 7:30 PM (Amplified) and Saturday, January 27, 2024 at…
Verdi’s dark historical melodrama Il Trovatore (“The troubadour”) is a story of superstition, revenge, and Ill-fated…
Opera Santa Barbara presents Il Trovatore on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 2:30 PM. Verdi’s dark historical melodrama Il Trovatore…
Ottmar Liebert founded the first incarnation of his band, Luna Negra, in 1989. His music style is a mix of Spanish, Mexican and World…
Community Arts Music Association presents Hélène Grimaud, piano on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 7:30 PM. Grimaud’s…
A perennial good-natured optimist, but hardcore realist, Bates is an Environmental Lawyer, Author, Right Livelihood Award recipient, UN…
The Santa Barbara Symphony presents Santa Barbara Youth Symphony on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 4 PM. Bringing together accomplished…
Santa Barbara Vocal Jazz Foundation presents "Journey Through Jazz" with Vieja Valley Elementary School on Monday, February 26, 2024 at…
With her captivating voice and richly detailed songwriting, the four-time GRAMMY® Award-winner has emerged as one of the most…
The iconic singer-songwriter has thrived in the music industry for more than half a century and is as creatively vigorous as ever –…
UCSB Arts & Lectures presents Meow Meow – Postmodern Cabaret Sensation on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 8 PM. Sequins and Satire,…
Emporium presents Mania: The ABBA Tribute at the historic Lobero Theatre. Featuring an extraordinary cast of talented musicians and…
Community Arts Music Association presents Sphinx Virtuosi on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 7:30 PM. The Sphinx Virtuosi is a dynamic and…
Thirty years after her formative busking days in Paris, the unstoppable genre-defying virtuoso is an accomplished performer with sell out…
23 March, 2024 - 24 March, 2024
Cinderella
Time: 7:30pm - 12:00am
Location: Lobero Theatre
State Street Ballet presents Cinderella on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 7:30 PM and on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 3 PM. A favorite fairytale…
Demetri has released three standup comedy albums and four hour-long standup comedy specials, including his latest for Netflix, “The…
Opera Santa Barbara presents Zorro on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 2:30 PM. Hector Armienta’s swashbuckling adventure Zorro is based on…
Paula’s songwriting pushes boundaries and touches hearts. Known for such smash hits as, “Where Have All The Cowboys…
Don’t miss this exciting supergroup, with internationally acclaimed artists, who faithfully recreate the dynamic performances of The…
This advanced ensemble – which brings together 50 gifted musicians ages 12-18 from Santa Barbara and Ventura counties to perform…
10 May, 2024 - 11 May, 2024 / Recurring daily
Other Voices
Time: 7:30pm - 12:00am
Location: Lobero Theatre
State Street Ballet presents Other Voices on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 7:30 PM and on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 7:30 PM. This contemporary…
With an emphasis on crowd participation and high energy performances, this talent-packed Journey tribute band captures the signature sound…
