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Which performers and what types of events would bring you to the Veterans' Memorial Auditorium?

As we re-open the VMA doors, we want to know who would you love to see on stage? What kinds of events would you, your family, and your friends come to? Dream big—we'd love to hear your ideas, whether it's concerts, comedy, dance, family events, or something completely new.

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In Numbers

  • 149People who shared ideas
  • 149Ideas
  • 3Comments
  • 163Votes

Themes

The themes that rose to the top, drawn from the most-supported ideas. Select any one to read the contributions behind it.

  • Access, affordability, scheduling, and venue experience

    Cross-cutting feedback about lower ticket prices, matinees and daytime access, affordable programming, audience convenience, and improved food/beverage or venue logistics.

    10 ideas0 comments9 upvotes

  • Film, festivals, and community/local-use events

    9 ideas0 comments9 upvotes

  • Classical, symphony, orchestra, and vocal ensembles

    12 ideas0 comments6 upvotes

  • Comedy, improv, and magic

    Requests centered on stand-up comedians, improv shows, sketch comedy, comedy showcases, and magic performances, including both named performers and recurring formats.

    12 ideas1 comment9 upvotes

From the County

Thank you to everyone who shared ideas! As we prepare to reopen the Veterans' Memorial Auditorium (VMA), Cultural Services will review every submission. While we can't promise that each idea will make it to the stage, we're truly grateful for your input.

We'll keep sharing updates as the renovation moves forward, and you can find them all at marincenter.marincounty.gov/vma50. Want updates delivered straight to your inbox? Join the VMA50 email list by clicking "Subscribe to Page" on the right side of the VMA50 webpage.

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