Center Stage Theater Fontana was a performance venue at 8463 Sierra Avenue in Fontana, California. It hosted musicals, touring artists and community events, but its box office is permanently closed and it is not currently presented as a public theater.
- Address: 8463 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, CA 92335
- Former use: Theater performances, private parties, corporate events and community events
- Public theater status: The box office is permanently closed
What took place at Center Stage Theater
Center Stage Theater hosted live performances and private events during its years as a Fontana venue. The city renovated the building and renamed it Center Stage Theater in 2008.
Its program included Broadway musicals, TIBBIES productions, touring artists, private parties, corporate events and community events. After a 14-year run, the final performance was scheduled for August 14, 2022, as the city prepared a full renovation of the building.
The City of Fontana’s amenities handout describes a theater with a stage, dressing rooms, theatrical lighting and sound equipment, a box office, and a full-service catering kitchen and bar. It gives seating capacities of up to 180 guests in theater seating, 150 in banquet seating, or 344 standing-room guests.
Where is Center Stage Theater, and what should you know before going?
The former venue address is 8463 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, CA 92335. The box office is permanently closed, and no current performance schedules or ticket sales are published for the Fontana venue. It is about 39 minutes on foot or 8 minutes by car from Fontana Inn.
A former operator update said the City planned to turn the venue into a concert site in partnership with the Sammy Hagar brand, under the name Stage Red by Sammy Hagar. Stargazer Productions was no longer affiliated with the venue. For the latest venue status, check the City of Fontana’s official site before you go.
Are tickets, parking, and event access available?
There are no current Center Stage Theater tickets or performance schedules published for the Fontana venue. Free parking was described behind the theater, with guest drop-off at the front entrance; confirm current arrangements with the City before making plans.
If your plans include other parts of town, this guide to Fontana City Centre covers the city centre.
FAQs
Is Center Stage Theater in Fontana still a public theater?
No. Its box office is permanently closed, and there are no current performance schedules or ticket sales published for the venue.
What was the venue called before Center Stage Theater?
The city renovated the Fontana Theater and renamed it Center Stage Theater in 2008.
What kinds of events did Center Stage Theater host?
The venue hosted Broadway musicals, TIBBIES productions, touring artists, private parties, corporate events and community events.
How do you get to Fontana Station?
The Fontana Station guide covers Metrolink routes, parking and connections.