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Built by Works Progress Administration (WPA) artisans during the Depression in the
1930s, this naturally beautiful outdoor stone amphitheater has ocean views from the
highest cheap seats. Kick back in the sunshine or under the stars for live rock, jazz and
folk concerts in summer. Big-name acts like Jack Johnson, Sarah McLachlan and The Na-
tional have all taken the stage here.
Granada Theatre
THEATER, MUSIC
This beautifully restored 1930s Spanish Moorish-style theater is home to the city's sym-
phony, ballet and opera, as well as touring Broadway shows and big-name musicians.
Lobero Theatre
THEATER, MUSIC
One of California's oldest theaters presents modern dance, chamber music, jazz and world-
music touring acts and stand-up comedy nights.
Arlington Theatre
CINEMA
Harking back to 1931, this Mission Revival-style movie palace has a Spanish courtyard
and a star-spangled ceiling. It's a drop-dead gorgeous place to attend a film festival screen-
ing.
Soho
MUSIC
805-962-7776;
www.sohosb.com
; ste 205, 1221 State St; most tickets
$8-25)
One unpretentious brick room plus live music almost nightly equals Soho, upstairs inside a
downtown office complex behind McDonald's. Lineups range from indie rock, jazz, folk
and funk to world beats. Some all-ages shows.
Velvet Jones
MUSIC, COMEDY
805-965-8676;
http://velvet-jones.com
; 423 State St; most tickets $10-15)
