About

Theater 33 manages 2 beautiful venues in downtown San Francisco

Marines' Memorial Theatre

Built in 1926, the historic Marines’ Memorial Theatre is an intimate 558-seat jewel box theatre located in the heart of San Francisco’s theatre district between Union Square and Nob Hill. Recently renovated to expand the lobby and upgrade the orchestra seating to be much more comfortable, our historic Union Square theatre is available as a setting for events in San Francisco, including keynotes, celebrations, educational presentations and more. We are also dedicated to bringing the best national, international and local Music, Dance, Author Talks & Lectures and theatrical or film presentations to Bay Area audiences.

Marines’ Memorial Theatre has a rich history, with many classic events in its past. In addition to being the former home of the Actors Workshop and American Conservatory Theatre, our theatre has hosted presentations by legendary performers such as Jack Benny, Bob Hope, Jean Stapleton, Lynn Redgrave, and many others.

To reserve the theatre for your entertainment, corporate, civic or educational events in San Francisco, please contact our Sales Team. 

We are now accepting rental requests and inquiries and look forward to working with you to bring your show to our theatre.

This venue is under an IATSE Local 16 union contract for all labor.

Theater 33 at 533 Sutter Street
Nestled just two blocks off Union Square in the heart of San Francisco, this venue has been a cultural cornerstone since 1989, originally founded by the renowned Jean Shelton. Now under new management, this intimate 99-seat venue the theater is equipped with all the necessary amenities to produce your theatrical performance or presentation. Our venue is also equipped with a well-stocked bar, three dressing rooms, and a green room.