215 Jackson Street San Francisco, CA 94111
The Barbary Stage is Ray of Light Theatre’s bold new home in the heart of San Francisco’s Jackson Square —a reimagined, intimate performance space built for big ideas and electric storytelling. Designed to bring artists and audiences closer than ever before, the Barbary Stage blends raw theatrical energy with modern design, flexible staging, and a fiercely welcoming spirit. This is a space made for risk-taking, reinvention, and community—where classic and contemporary musicals collide, new voices are amplified, and every night feels alive, immediate, and a little bit dangerous (in the best way).
Parking:
Best parking locations for The Barbary Stage are:
• Golden Gateway Parking Garage, enter on Clay Street between Front and Battery (two blocks due south of the theatre)
• Embarcadero Center Garage, enter on Battery Street between Clay and Sacramento (two and a half blocks south of the theatre)
• Street parking is often available on the evenings and weekends, and is free after 6 PM.
Dining Options:
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RENTALS AT THE BARB:
The Barbary Stage is an intimate, 190 seat, flexible performance space in the heart of downtown San Francisco—designed for bold storytelling, close-up connection, and unforgettable live experiences. Ideal for theatrical productions, cabaret, concerts, readings, rehearsals, and special events, the Barbary Stage offers competitive rental rates, modern infrastructure, and a central location that’s easily accessible by public transit.
Built with artists in mind, the Barbary Stage balances raw theatrical energy with professional production elements—making it an ideal home for both emerging work and polished presentations.
If you’re interested in renting the Barbary Stage, please contact us at rentals@thebarbarystage.com
RENTAL SERVICES:
Lighting & Sound
Access to the Barbary Stage’s house lighting and sound systems is included in your rental. Our flexible lighting grid and professional audio setup are designed to support everything from full-scale musicals to stripped-down performances. Any changes to the house plot or added rigging must be fully restored by the client.
Internet
High-speed internet is available throughout the venue, supporting client-run box offices, livestreaming, and digital performance needs.
Recording
The Barbary Stage is well-suited for audio and video recording, with the ability to provide clean board feeds for live or archival capture. Clients are responsible for securing their own videographers, photographers, and recording engineers.
Box Office
Clients may operate their own ticketing platform or coordinate with the Barbary Stage team for box office support and on-site ticket sales.