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About Bowker Auditorium in Stockbridge Hall
Welcome to Bowker Auditorium, the on-campus performing arts venue housed in Stockbridge Hall at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Fine Arts Center. With a total of 704 seats (500 in the Orchestra and 204 in the Balcony), Bowker Auditorium hosts a diverse lineup—from classical concerts to Five College Opera productions and FAC programming. Whether you’re visiting for a single show or a series, we’ve got you covered with practical seating information, parking details, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining recommendations to help you plan a smooth, stress-free night out in Amherst.
Tip: Always check the official FAC SeatMaps page for the most current seating availability and accessibility seating. If you’re coordinating travel, consider parking in the Campus Center Parking Garage or Lot 65 behind Stockbridge Hall. For transport, PVTA and UMass Transit options provide campus-friendly routes. When you’re ready to book, secure your seats with {{affiliate}} and enjoy nearby lodging like Inn on Boltwood or Hotel UMass for convenient stays. If your event is part of the Five College Opera lineup or ongoing FAC programming, schedule updates or cancellations may appear in listings—we’ll keep you informed with the latest details.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 704 total seats (500 Orchestra, 204 Balcony).
- Location: Bowker Auditorium in Stockbridge Hall, 80 Campus Center Way, Amherst, MA 01003.
- Venue type: on-campus performing arts auditorium/theatre space within the UMass Amherst Fine Arts Center.
- Seating chart: seat maps and accessibility seating available via the UMass FAC SeatMaps page.
- Parking: Campus Center Parking Garage (paid parking) and Lot 65 behind Stockbridge Hall; accessible parking described in FAC directions.
- Transit: PVTA bus service and UMass Transit serve the campus; local transit info available from PVTA/UMass pages.
- Nearby hotels: Inn on Boltwood (30 Boltwood Ave, Amherst) and Hotel UMass (Campus Center Way, on-campus).
- Notable events: Five College Opera productions (e.g., The Marriage of Figaro) and ongoing FAC programming; calendar notes occasional cancellations in listings.