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About American Shakespeare Center - Blackfriars Playhouse

Welcome to the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton, Virginia. This intimate indoor Jacobean theatre recreates Shakespeare’s original 16th-century space with a thrust stage and a 360° seating layout that puts you close to the action. With a capacity of approximately 300, the Playhouse offers a unique, immersive experience for fans of Shakespeare and live theatre alike. Below you’ll find practical details to help you plan your visit, including seating information, parking and transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations.

Whether you’re a local patron or traveling from afar, secure your seats through trusted partners and enjoy a seamless theatre outing. For group visits, educational tours, and special ASC programs like Shakespeare Uncorked, Bard and Bites, and Lights ON Blackfriars, we’ve got you covered with practical tips and reliable options nearby. The Playhouse also hosts performances as part of Staunton Music Festival and Heifetz Chamber Music Matinees, expanding your cultural calendar with high-caliber programming.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity is approximately 300 seats (commonly cited as 300).
  • Address: Blackfriars Playhouse, 10 S. Market Street, Staunton, VA 24401.
  • Venue type: indoor Jacobean-style theatre with a thrust stage, re-creating Shakespeare’s original indoor space.
  • Seating chart / view of seating: ASC provides a 360° tour to view seating in advance.
  • Parking: near the New Street Parking Garage; street parking nearby with typical time limits; group parking options available for educational visits (bus parking and close lots).
  • Transit: Staunton is accessible by Amtrak; trains stop in downtown Staunton a few blocks from the Playhouse.
  • Nearby hotels: The hotel next door to the Playhouse was formerly the Stonewall Jackson Hotel and is now Hotel 24 South; other downtown options include Frederick House and Staunton Stays within walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: Shakespeare Uncorked, Bard and Bites, Lights ON Blackfriars, and other ASC programs; Staunton Music Festival regularly programs at Blackfriars; Heifetz Chamber Music Matinees also host events there.