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About Austin Ventures Studio Theater

Austin Ventures Studio Theater (AVST) is a flexible, black-box venue in the heart of downtown Austin, offering adaptable configurations for a range of performances—from theatre-in-the-round and thrust to cabaret setups. As a premier space for Ballet Austin productions, Austin Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra, and the Austin Dance Festival's Dance on Film programs, AVST provides an intimate, dynamic stage environment where audiences connect closely with performers.

Whether you’re catching a dramatic work, dance performance, or a special AVST-hosted event, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth visit to this versatile venue.

Seating configurations at AVST vary by show, with the space adapted to suit each performance. Availability for great seats and the section you want details is shown during the purchase flow. For a stress-free night, secure your seats through our trusted partner network. Parking options include on-site or nearby validated choices, with City Hall garage validation and local transit options for easy access. CapMetro serves downtown routes with convenient connections near AVST, including common stops along the downtown corridor. Nearby hotels offer convenient stays after performances:

  • W Austin – 200 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701
  • Omni Austin Hotel Downtown – 700 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701
  • JW Marriott Austin – 110 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701

For a complete experience, consider partner recommendations for hotels and dining to maximize value and convenience. We’ll help you secure seats, share venue details, and connect you with trusted local options for a night out around AVST.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 285 seats (AVST).
  • Address: 501 W 3rd Street, Austin, TX 78701.
  • Venue type: Black-box studio theatre with flexible configurations (theatre-in-the-round, thrust, cabaret).
  • Seating chart: Configurable setups; public seating charts are not fixed—capacity varies by configuration.
  • Parking: Free Ballet Austin surface lot (limited), City Hall garage (validated), Google behind Ballet Austin (2-hour validation), and ACL weekends free parking options.
  • Transit: Serviced by CapMetro downtown routes; nearby bus stops and crossings (Route 670 Crossing Place and other local routes).
  • Nearby hotels: W Austin (200 Lavaca St, 78701); Omni Austin Hotel Downtown (700 San Jacinto Blvd); JW Marriott Austin (110 E 2nd St).
  • Notable events hosted: Ballet Austin productions, Antony and Cleopatra by Austin Shakespeare at AVST, and the Austin Dance Festival’s Dance on Film programs; scenes like Scenes Flamboyant have taken place at AVST.