Hold Your Event at The Joan
Make your next event memorable at The Joan in Liberty Station, home to Cygnet Theatre. With professional theatrical facilities, flexible performance spaces, and an experienced events team, we offer a unique setting for performances, presentations, fundraisers, community events, and more.
From planning through performance, our team works closely with renters to help make every event a success. Tell us about your organization, event, schedule, and marketing needs using the inquiry form below, and we’ll be in touch to explore the possibilities.
Have an event in mind?
Tell us what you’re planning. We’d love to explore whether The Joan is the right fit.
Professional theatrical facilities
Host your event in a purpose-built performing arts center with professional lighting, sound and production infrastructure.
A range of spaces
From a 280-seat proscenium theatre to an intimate 150-seat studio, The Joan can accommodate everything from performances to presentations and receptions.
A memorable guest experience
An open-air lobby, bars, landscaped outdoor spaces and a vibrant location in Arts District Liberty Station give your guests more than just a room.
Easy for your guests
Convenient access from I-5 and I-8, free parking and a central San Diego location make attending easy.
Experienced event team
Cygnet’s team can help coordinate your event from planning through performance.
Depending on the space selected, we can accommodate a wide variety of event types.
- Corporate presentations
- Awards ceremonies
- Panel discussions
- Conferences
- Workshops
- Dance performances
- School performances
- Film screenings
- Nonprofit events
- Fundraisers
- Receptions
- Holiday parties
- Private celebrations
- Community meetings
- Auditions
- Rehearsals
- Photo/video shoots
Rental rates and availability vary based on the space, date, event type, staffing and technical requirements. Because Cygnet maintains a year-round production schedule, rental availability is generally limited to weekday daytime events and select evenings. Contact us for current availability and a customized quote.

The Dottie is arranged in two different configurations. Configuration is determined by Cygnet’s production schedule but is typically Thrust in the Winter & Spring, and In the Round during the Summer & Fall.


The Conrad Prebys lobby can be rented for pre-show and off night events. Concessions can be opened for events with a minimum purchase guarantee.