Herbst Theater

Herbst Theater, next to the Opera house in the similarly-styled War Memorial Veteran's building is host to a wide variety of activities. One can find plays, readings by well-known authors, chamber music, jazz performances, etc throughout the year. The monthly Friday evening talks of the Long-now Foundation, projecting the far future, are presented here or in the Fort Mason Center. Inside the theater it has impressive foyer, chandeliers, beaux-arts murals (symbolism for the different aspects of mankind), and over 900 seats. The UN Charter was signed here in 1945.

• history
• nightlife

Address

War Memorial Veterans Building, 401 Van Ness Ave

Getting there

at McAllister St

Hours

Box office: Opens 1.5 hours prior to performance

Price

Adult: $18-81 Child: $10

Website

sfwmpac.org (opens in a new tab)