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About Charity Randall Theatre
Charity Randall Theatre is a traditional proscenium theatre housed inside the Foster Memorial on the University of Pittsburgh campus. Since its renaming in 2003 following a major renovation, the venue has hosted Pitt Stages productions from Pitt’s Department of Theatre Arts, along with guest companies and Shakespeare-focused performances. The theatre offers a classic seating experience with 431 seats across the lower level and balcony, and an accessible seating option to ensure everyone can enjoy the show.
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Parking is convenient with the Forbes Semple Garage (Oakland) offering around 449 spaces, plus additional campus parking options nearby. Transit is reliable via Port Authority routes 71A/71B/71C/71D and 75, with campus shuttles available for easy access to the theatre. Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland (0.3–0.5 miles), Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place, and Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center, all great bases for an arts-filled visit. For dining before or after the show, explore nearby cafés and eateries that complement a night at Charity Randall Theatre. We’ve got you covered with trusted lodging and dining partners to help you plan a smooth, enjoyable outing.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 4301 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (located inside the Foster Memorial).
- Venue type and capacity: Traditional proscenium theatre; current Pitt page lists 431 seats (291 lower level + 6 accessible + 140 balcony).
- Renaming/renovation: Renamed Charity Randall Theatre in 2003 after a major renovation of Foster Memorial; not demolished.
- Seating chart: Official seating chart available on the University of Pittsburgh’s Charity Randall Theatre page.
- Parking: Closest public parking includes Forbes Semple Garage (Oakland) with around 449 spaces; other campus options exist nearby.
- Transit: Accessible via Port Authority bus routes (e.g., 71A/71B/71C/71D/75) and local campus transit; see Pitt/PGH events transit references.
- Nearby hotels: Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland (0.3–0.5 miles away); Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place; Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center.
- Notable events hosted: Pitt Stages productions (Pitt’s Department of Theatre Arts), Shakespeare-focused works, and guest companies; renovation-era 2003 opening with Much Ado About Nothing as a hallmark first show after reopening.