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About Bates Recital Hall

Welcome to Bates Recital Hall, UT Austin’s main large-ensemble venue housed in the Music Building (MRH). With a seating capacity around 652 and accessible seating for about 12 wheelchair/companion spaces, Bates Recital Hall is built for intimate, high-caliber performances in a classic campus setting. Whether you’re attending a faculty recital, a guest artist performance, or a collaborative concert, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticket options and practical local guidance.

Below you’ll find practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan your visit with confidence.

If you’re looking to experience notable performances, Bates Recital Hall hosts a diverse lineup, including tributes, quartets, and solo recitals. Recent highlights include Jason Moran’s Duke Ellington tribute, the Miró Quartet with Wilhelm Magner, and performances featuring artists like Liliana Guerrero and James Maverick. For the latest shows and dates, check our event listings and secure your seats with a simple purchase process.

We’re here to help you navigate UT Austin’s campus logistics, so you can focus on the music. For parking and transit, Plan ahead using UT Parking and CapMetro resources, and consider nearby lodging for a comfortable, convenient stay.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Bates Recital Hall, Music Building (MRH), 2406 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712.
  • Venue type and capacity: Music Recital Hall (MRH); seats about 652 (UT materials sometimes list 650–652 depending on configuration). ADA seating includes ~12 wheelchair/companion spaces.
  • Seating chart: Public seating chart isn’t widely published online; official pages describe capacity and ADA seating but do not provide a public, interactive seating map.
  • Parking: UT Fine Arts parking options and campus garages are available (e.g., San Jacinto Garage nearby); paid campus parking is required; see UT Parking and BSOM directions pages for details.
  • Transit: CapMetro serves the area with multiple bus lines adjacent to UT’s campus (e.g., lines 10, 20, 171, 465, 640, 641, 670–672).
  • Nearby hotels: The Driskill Hotel (Downtown, 604 Brazos St), Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown (500 N Interstate 35), The Westin Austin Downtown are nearby lodging options.
  • Notable events hosted: Jason Moran (Duke Ellington tribute) on Jan 31, 2026; Miró Quartet with Wilhelm Magner on Jan 30, 2026; Liliana Guerrero & James Maverick on Jan 25, 2026.
  • Renamed/demolished: There are no reports of demolition or renaming; Bates Recital Hall remains in active use as UT Austin’s main large-ensemble venue.