Spa Little Theater

Spa Little Theater is an intimate 500-seat theater and Saratoga Performing Arts Center’s year-round home for music, dance, and theater. Built in 1935, the historic venue reopens in 2027 following a $12 million renovation project in honor of SPAC’s 60th anniversary.

With something for everyone, Spa Little Theater hosts Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center’s annual residencies, our Sounds of the Season holiday concert series, and a wide variety of classical music, jazz, dance, theater, global, folk, and pop performances.

Opening Night with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Led by Artistic Directors Wu Han and David Finckel

Fri • Mar 05, 2027 • 7:00pm

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The Acting Company: A Midsummer Night's Dream

Thu • Mar 11, 2027 • 7:00pm
Sat • Mar 13, 2027 • 2:00pm

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New York City Ballet: On & Off Stage

Sat • Mar 20, 2027 • 7:00pm
Sun • Mar 21, 2027 • 2:00pm

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Caffè Lena @ SPAC: Darlingside

Fri • Apr 09, 2027 • 8:00pm

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Strings Across Centuries

with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Sat • Apr 10, 2027 • 3:00pm

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Chloé Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies Live!

Viral Tap Dance Sensation

Wed • Apr 14, 2027 • 7:00pm
Thu • Apr 15, 2027 • 7:00pm

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Matthew Whitaker

McCormack Jazz Series

Sat • Apr 17, 2027 • 7:00pm

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The Complete Chopin Ballades with Inon Barnatan

Sat • Apr 24, 2027 • 3:00pm

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Kings Return

Fri • Apr 30, 2027 • 7:00pm

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Ways to Save

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SLT Sampler: Discover Spa Little Theater!

Explore the variety of programming Spa Little Theater has to offer with the SLT Sampler, our multi-program discount! Buy 3 or 4 programs from Spa Little Theater’s spring season and save 15%; buy 5 or more programs and save 20%. Use promo code SLTSAMPLERSPRING27 at checkout!

*Excludes Caffè Lena @ SPAC: Darlingside

Student Tickets

Students can enjoy 15% off tickets to performances in Spa Little Theater! Select “Student” as your ticket type at checkout. Students must pick up their tickets at the Spa Little Theater box office on the day of the event and show their student ID or proof of enrollment.

Educator Rush Tickets

Educators receive 10% off regular priced tickets. Tickets must be purchased in person on event day at the Spa Little Theater box office. Valid educator ID is required.

Military Rush Tickets

Active military members and veterans receive 10% off regular priced tickets. Tickets must be purchased in person on event day at the Spa Little Theater box office. Valid military ID is required.

Group Sales

Experience SPAC together! From groups of friends and family to corporate outings, senior centers, summer camps, and arts schools, we can curate a special experience for your group of 10 or more. We offer discounts, flexible options and can work with your group leader to tailor your needs for a memorable day.

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Introducing The Bistro at Spa Little Theater

Enjoy pre-show drinks and light bites at our brand-new café, The Bistro, located inside Spa Little Theater.

House Rules

No food is permitted inside the theater. Beverages are allowed — no glass.
No filming or photography allowed, unless otherwise noted by a specific artist or performance.
Late seating is allowed between pieces only. Ushers will stop patrons at the doors to theater until the piece is complete.

FAQs

The Box Office/Will Call is located in the lobby, directly across from the main entrance.

The Spa Little Theater is accessible to guests with disabilities. A designated drop-off area with a ramp is located directly in front of the venue. Inside, designated wheelchair-accessible seating is available. Please note that the balcony is only accessible by stairs and does not offer wheelchair-accessible seating. Folding chairs are available for companions who wish to sit with guests using wheelchair-accessible seating. Both restrooms are wheelchair-accessible and include accessible stalls.

Free parking is available in the Admin Lot, located north of the Spa Little Theater, and the Victoria Pool Lot, located south of the venue. Both lots are within a short distance of the theater. A designated drop-off area is available directly in front of the venue for guests who require closer access. For the majority of performances at Spa Little Theater, courtesy golf cart transportation is also available to and from both parking lots.

You can also use our interactive map by clicking here

Men’s and women’s restrooms are available. Both are wheelchair-accessible and include accessible stalls.

All house rules are subject to change. By entering the Spa Little Theater, guests agree to abide by the rules listed above. Management reserves the right to modify these rules or can request to see the contents of any belongings brought on property at their discretion. We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining the utmost levels of safety and convenience for our guests and staff.

Spa Little Theater Renovations

Spa Little Theater was built in 1935 and has played a wide range of roles over the past 90+ years, from hosting lectures on mineral waters, to providing entertainment for wounded soldiers during WWII, to presenting decades of theater and opera productions. Since 2022, Spa Little Theater has been the home of SPAC’s year-round programming, including dance, theater, jazz, classical, and world music performances.

In 2026, as part of our Four Seasons 60th Anniversary campaign, Spa Little Theater underwent a $12 million renovation project, the first major renovation since it was built. The project preserved the theater’s exceptional acoustics and historical integrity while making the onsite experience more enjoyable and accessible for attendees. Improvements include a fully upgraded theater and lobby, along with a new café, community room with outdoor patio, and artist suite/dressing rooms.

Follow along with the renovation progress below and check back often for updates!