Patron Services
ACCESSIBILITY
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Designated wheelchair-accessible seating is available and accessible parking is provided by UC San Diego in the Theatre District Parking Structure. Wheelchair seat locations are available for wheelchair users and a companion. Additionally, a golf cart is available to assist patrons with accessibility needs to and from the drop-off location. You may pull into the Passenger/Ride Share Drop-Off area and a greeter will assist you. The Playhouse offers assisted listening devices free of charge at the Patron Information Table for any patron who would like amplified sound (subject to availability). Please provide a credit card or ID for temporary deposit.
Please visit https://lajollaplayhouse.org/accessibility for more information.
CHILDREN under the age of 6 are not permitted in the theatre during performances unless otherwise posted. Unaccompanied minors ages 12 and under are not permitted in the theatre. Out of respect for fellow audience members and the performers, babes in arms are not permitted in the theatre during performances.
CONCESSIONS AND DINING
James' Place
Start your night off right with bar and concessions service from James' Place: serving beer, wine, sodas and individually-wrapped snacks. Additionally, James’ Place provides dining service starting at 5:00pm before evening performances.
Dora Ristorante
Dora Ristorante is a newly debuted Southern Italian coastal concept from Chef Accursio Lota and the team behind Cori Pastificio Trattoria, across the street from La Jolla Playhouse. The menu highlights handmade pastas and Mediterranean-style seafood, along with a full-service bar featuring specialty cocktails and a curated wine list. Dora also offers a dedicated pre-theatre dining menu tailored to current on-stage productions, with reservations available until 6:15pm on performance nights.
Please visit https://lajollaplayhouse.org/dining for more information.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Please visit lajollaplayhouse.org/healthandsafety for our latest policy updates.
LATE SEATING
Should you arrive late for any performance or need to leave your seat during the performance, you may be asked to wait in the lobby until an appropriate moment. To minimize any disturbance to actors or other patrons, you may stand or be seated in the first available location by House Management even if not your assigned location. Please be advised that some performances may not allow for late seating or return to your assigned seat.
PARKING
For the latest parking information, please go to lajollaplayhouse.org/parking
PATRON INFORMATION TABLE is located in the lobby or courtyard of each theatre. A volunteer is available to distribute assisted listening devices and answer questions.
PHOTOGRAPHY/RECORDING DEVICES
Photography and video or audio recording of performances is strictly prohibited.
PLEASE SILENCE or turn off all electronic devices, including cell phones and watches, before the performance.
SAFETY IN THE THEATRE DISTRICT
La Jolla Playhouse is constantly working with UC San Diego Police Department and Transportation and Parking Services to maintain a safe and secure environment in the parking lots. Patrons are welcome to use the UC San Diego escort service by contacting UC San Diego Community Service Officers (CSOs) at (858) 534-9255 (WALK). Further questions regarding security, please contact UC San Diego Police at (858) 534-4357 (HELP).
