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About Callahan Theater At Nazareth University Arts Center
Welcome to Callahan Theater, the flagship performance space at Nazareth University Arts Center in Rochester, New York. With a seating capacity of around 1,000 after renovations in 2009, this venue hosts a wide range of events from plays and musicals to dance and special performances. Whether you’re planning a night out or coordinating a group visit, we’ve got you covered with easy directions, parking, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining. Secure your seats for upcoming performances and enjoy a seamless experience close to home.
Note: For upcoming calendars, check the Nazareth University Arts Center site for the latest show dates. The venue is served by Rochester Regional Transit Service (RTS) routes, and parking is free on campus with Lot A near the Arts Center and Lot J available. Enter from East Avenue at the stop light. Neon lights and comfortable seating enhance every show, and the Callahan Theater remains the largest performance space in the Arts Center Complex, hosting notable productions like Romeo & Juliet (October 2–4, 2025) and Merrily We Roll Along (November 2025). When planning your visit, consider nearby hotels such as Hampton Inn Penfield, Courtyard by Marriott Penfield, Hampton Inn Victor, and Woodcliff Hotel & Spa in Fairport for convenient stays within a short drive. We’ll help you map your route, reserve seats, and find trustworthy dining and lodging options so you can focus on enjoying the performance.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: Callahan Theater seats 1,000 (renovated in 2009; historically reported as 900+ seats).
- Address: 4245 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618.
- Venue type: Callahan Theater, the largest performance space in the Nazareth University Arts Center Complex.
- Seating chart: View the Callahan Theater seating chart linked on the Arts Center page.
- Parking: Free parking on campus; Lot A (near the Arts Center) and Lot J available; enter from East Avenue at the stop light.
- Transit: Rochester Regional Transit Service (RTS) routes; attendees can plan trips via RTS; see RTS route information.
- Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn (Penfield) ~2.6 miles; Marriott Courtyard (Penfield) ~4.0 miles; Hampton Inn (Victor) ~7.6 miles; Woodcliff Hotel & Spa (Fairport) ~8.0 miles.
- Notable events hosted: Romeo & Juliet (Arts Center Callahan Theater, Oct 2-4, 2025); Merrily We Roll Along (Nov 2025); Fall Dance Review (Dec 2025); Rose Marie and John Beston Holiday Gala (Beston Hall). Capitol Fools performed in Callahan Theater (Dec 31, 2024).
- Renamed: Nazareth College was renamed Nazareth University on June 1, 2023.