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About Asheville Community Theater

Welcome to Asheville Community Theater (ACT), a cornerstone of downtown Asheville’s live performance scene. Nestled at 35 E. Walnut St., ACT offers two intimate spaces: the Mainstage (Heston Auditorium) with 399 seats and the 35below black box with approximately 40 general admission seats. Whether you’re catching a Broadway cabaret, a community showcase, or a fundraiser, ACT provides a welcoming, accessible environment with easy access and plenty of nearby lodging and dining options.

We handle the ticketing experience with a straightforward, friend-in-the-business approach: secure your seats, know what to expect, and enjoy the show. ACT continues to host a variety of events across seasons, including ACT Late Night, Easy Street fundraisers, the Broadway Cabaret with Kerry Butler, Puttin’ On The Britt, and the Asheville Community Talent Showcase.

Plan your visit around reliable parking, convenient transit, and nearby restaurants and hotels to make your night effortless. We’ve got you covered with practical details to help you decide where to stay, where to eat, and how to get to ACT with ease.

Venue details:

  • Mainstage (Heston Auditorium): 399 seats with ten accessible seating locations. The space is designed for dynamic stage productions, with comfortable sightlines and a proscenium layout that keeps the audience close to the action.
  • 35below black box: Approximately 40 seats in a flexible, intimate setting, ideal for experimental and intimate performances with a general admission format.
  • Parking: Adjacent on-site spaces available. Additional options include College Street Garage, Civic Center Garage, Rankin Ave Garage, and Renaissance hotel parking nearby. For real-time parking availability, use the City of Asheville Parking app.
  • Transit: Served by Asheville Rides Transit (ART). Downtown hub at 49 Coxe Ave with multiple routes for easy access to ACT.
  • Nearby hotels: Renaissance Asheville Hotel (31 Woodfin St) is directly next door. More downtown lodging options are within walking distance for a convenient theater night.
  • Nearby dining: A range of downtown restaurants within easy walking distance to satisfy pre- or post-show plans.
  • Notable events: ACT Late Night, Easy Street fundraiser, Broadway Cabaret featuring Kerry Butler, Puttin’ On The Britt, Asheville Community Talent Showcase, and more throughout the year.

For accessibility, parking, and transit details, plus recommendations for nearby hotels and restaurants, we’ve gathered practical options to help you plan a smooth, no-fuss visit to Asheville Community Theater. If you’re securing tickets for a specific date, we’ll tailor the info to that event and date so you know exactly where to park, where to stay, and how to arrive.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 35 E. Walnut St., Asheville, NC 28801.
  • Venue spaces: Mainstage (Heston Auditorium) 399 seats; 35below black box ~40 seats.
  • Mainstage seating map includes ten accessible seats; 35below has general admission seating.
  • Parking: adjacent spaces on-site plus nearby garages (College Street Garage, Civic Center Garage, Rankin Ave Garage) and nearby Renaissance hotel parking; use City of Asheville Parking app for real-time spots.
  • Transit: served by Asheville Rides Transit (ART) with downtown hub at 49 Coxe Ave and multiple routes.
  • Nearby hotels: Renaissance Asheville Hotel (31 Woodfin St) is next door; additional downtown lodging within walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: ACT Late Night, Easy Street fundraiser, Broadway Cabaret featuring Kerry Butler, Puttin’ On The Britt, Asheville Community Talent Showcase.
  • Renamed/demolished: No demolition or renaming; ACT continues to operate as Asheville Community Theatre.