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About Dorothy Betts Marvin Theatre
Located in the heart of Washington, DC, the Dorothy Betts Marvin Theatre is a versatile on-campus performing arts venue at George Washington University. Nestled in the Marvin Center at 800 21st St NW, this intimate space hosts theatre, dance, and music with a capacity typically ranging from 325 to 400 seats depending on the configuration. Whether you’re catching a student production, a touring show, or a community performance, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.
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Venue at a glance
• Location: Dorothy Betts Marvin Theatre, George Washington University, Marvin Center, 800 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052
• Capacity: 325–400 (depending on configuration; some sources note up to 425 in certain setups)
• Seating: Stadium-style arrangements described for some configurations; official seating chart available via box office
• Parking: University Student Center Garage, 800 21st St NW; entrance on H St between 21st and 22nd; visitor parking options available through GW Transportation
• Transit: Two blocks from Foggy Bottom–GWU Metro station (Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines nearby)
Getting there
The venue sits within the GWU campus—an easy ride via Metro, rideshare, or car. If you drive, plan for campus parking options and check for event-specific parking instructions.
Nearby hotels and dining
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Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: Dorothy Betts Marvin Theatre is on the George Washington University campus, inside the Marvin Center at 800 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052.
- Capacity: Official capacity ranges from about 325 (theatre setup) up to 400; some sources have cited as high as 425 depending on configuration.
- Venue type: On-campus performing arts venue primarily used for theatre, dance, and music performances.
- Seating chart: Public, detailed seating chart not widely published; box office can provide a diagram; seating is described as stadium-style in some sources.
- Parking: University Student Center Garage at 800 21st St NW; entrance on H St between 21st and 22nd; GW Transportation confirms visitor parking options in that area.
- Transit: Located near Foggy Bottom–GWU, two blocks from the Foggy Bottom Metro station.
- Nearby hotels: Options include Hotel Hive (near GWU), Melrose Georgetown Hotel, and The River Inn; GW’s International Services notes several Foggy Bottom hotels for visitors.