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Ballantyne Auditorium is a intimate on-campus performing arts theater located on Kirkwood’s Main Campus in Cedar Rapids. With a capacity of 375 seats, the venue hosts Kirkwood Music and Theatre programs, as well as community productions and special concerts. The space features a versatile layout with multiple aisles and a refined stage suitable for plays, musicals, and solo performances. Whether you’re a student, a local patron, or visiting for a show, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticketing, clear access information, and nearby lodging and dining options.

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Venue details: Ballantyne Auditorium sits on Kirkwood’s Main Campus at 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. The on-campus theater is used by Kirkwood’s Music and Theatre programs and also hosts community events and notable collaborations, including productions like Urinetown (Kirkwood) and concerts such as Song of the Nightingale (Cedar Rapids Opera with Orchestra Iowa).

Seating and accessibility

The auditorium’s seating is listed as 375 seats. The space features an orchestra/loge configuration with multiple aisles to provide good sightlines and comfortable viewing. Accessible seating is available, and detailed accessibility information can be found via Kirkwood’s parking and accessibility resources.

Parking and transportation

  • On-campus parking options include both free and paid spaces, with accessible parking available near the venue. Check the Kirkwood parking resources for the latest details on lot locations and rates.
  • Cedar Rapids Transit offers bus service in the area. For Kirkwood students, rides are free with an EagleCard, and campus bus stops are conveniently located near Ballantyne Auditorium for easy access to events.

Nearby hotels and restaurants

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 375-seat Ballantyne Auditorium on Kirkwood's Main Campus (6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404).
  • Venue type: On-campus performing arts theater used by Kirkwood’s Music and Theatre programs, as well as community events.
  • Seating/layout: Renovation materials describe a 400-seat orchestra/loge configuration with multiple aisles; current Kirkwood page lists 375 seats.
  • Parking: On-campus parking with free/paid options and accessible parking; details available on Kirkwood parking resources.
  • Transit: Cedar Rapids Transit bus service is free for Kirkwood students with an EagleCard; campus bus stops are nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: The Hotel at Kirkwood Center sits on campus (7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW) and is about 1 mile from Ballantyne Auditorium.
  • Notable events: Ballantyne hosts productions such as Urinetown (Kirkwood) and concerts like Song of the Nightingale (Cedar Rapids Opera partnering with Orchestra Iowa).
  • Renamed/demolition status: Ballantyne Auditorium remains active and is still named Ballantyne Auditorium on Kirkwood’s site.