Welcome to Mandeville Auditorium

Where Creativity Takes Center Stage

Located at the heart of the UC San Diego campus, Mandeville Auditorium stands as one of the university’s most iconic performance spaces — a hub for artistic excellence, academic presentations, and community engagement. With its striking architectural presence and versatile stage environment, Mandeville has hosted generations of performers, scholars, and audiences.

Why Choose Mandeville Auditorium?

• Premier Performance Space — Ideal for concerts, lectures, dance, theater, film screenings, and large‑scale events.
• Exceptional Acoustics — Designed to support everything from solo recitals to full ensemble performances.
• Flexible Stage & Seating — Configurable for diverse artistic and academic needs.
• Campus Landmark — A longstanding venue central to UC San Diego’s cultural and intellectual life.
• Professional Support — Backed by experienced production staff and campus event services.
• Accessible Location — Easy access for students, faculty, guests, and community members.

]About:

UC San Diego's Mandeville Auditorium is San Diego's leading mid-size performance venue. This 752 seat space is suitable for a full range of performing arts including dance, concerts, and theater, as well as special events such as conferences and lectures. The auditorium has hosted productions that include Wynton Marsalis, MOMIX, John Lithgow, David Sedaris, the Kronos Quartet, Ravi Shankar, and Spike & Mike's Festival of Animation. Local groups that take advantage of the venue include La Jolla Symphony & Chorus, and UC San Diego's Wind Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, and Gospel Choir.

Mandeville Auditorium is conveniently situated near Interstate 5, only minutes from most San Diego locations. With its 42-foot-wide by 30-foot-deep stage opening, comfortable seating, flexible lighting grid, and professional audio system, the auditorium is ideal for your event. Front rows can be reconfigured to accommodate tables or an alternative seating plan. Easy load-in is assured thanks to wide side doors and a spacious loading dock with adjacent freight elevator. Professional production staff are available to ensure a smooth experience.

Designed by prominent Southern California architect A. Quincy Jones and completed in 1975, Mandeville Auditorium stands out among UC San Diego's early modernist and "brutalist" buildings. Creeping vines climb its concrete walls and the building is shaded by mature eucalyptus trees.

Mandeville Auditorium is operated by UC San Diego's Department of Music. 

Perfect for:

• Concerts & Recitals
• Dance & Theater Performances
• Film & Multimedia Events
• Academic Lectures & Symposia
• Conferences & Ceremonies
• Community Arts Programming

  ***Please note: UC San Diego's Mandeville Auditorium is NOT a presenting organization and does not operate the box office for specific events.  All ticketing services and ticket sales are the responsibility of the individual presenter. Please contact your specific promoter for ticket information.  Thank you!***