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The venue

About E.J. Thomas Hall

Located on the University of Akron campus in downtown Akron, E.J. Thomas Hall is a premier performing arts venue with a versatile configuration that can accommodate audiences around 2,955 seats. Whether you’re catching the Akron Symphony Orchestra, the Tuesday Musical Association, or Broadway in Akron, you’ll find an intimate yet grand atmosphere that suits a wide range of performances. The seating chart can vary by event, so check the Ticketmaster seating chart for the most accurate layout.

Here’s what to know before you go: access by car, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you secure your seats with confidence and enjoy a smooth experience from arrival to curtain call.

Venue details: E.J. Thomas Hall is a historic performing arts hall on the University of Akron campus. The hall supports a diverse calendar—from orchestral concerts to Broadway shows—and has welcomed legendary moments, including the world premiere of Carlos Chávez’s work in 1973 and 50th-anniversary celebrations featuring Kristin Chenoweth in 2023.

Parking and access: The venue offers the EJ Thomas Hall Parking Deck and Lot #26 (North Campus deck) and Lot #27. Parking is charged per event. The hall is located in downtown Akron and is served by local METRO RTA bus routes, making it accessible from across the city.

Nearby hotels and dining: For convenience, consider staying near downtown Akron with easy access to the campus. Courtyard by Marriott Akron Downtown is approximately one mile from the campus, with other downtown hotels nearby depending on your route. After the show, a range of nearby restaurants and cafés provide options for pre-show or post-show meals.

We’ve got you covered: secure your seats, plan your parking, and choose a nearby hotel or restaurant with trusted partner options to ensure a easy, dependable night out.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: 2,955 seats (configurations vary; sometimes listed as ~3,000).
Address: 198 Hill Street, Akron, OH 44325-0501.
Venue type: Performing arts hall / concert hall on the University of Akron campus in downtown Akron.
Seating chart: seating can be reconfigured by event; check the Ticketmaster seating chart for specifics (sample maps available).
Parking: EJ Thomas Hall Parking Deck and Lot #26 (North Campus deck) and Lot #27; parking is charged per event.
Transit: located on the University of Akron campus in downtown Akron; served by local METRO RTA bus routes.
Nearby hotels: Courtyard by Marriott Akron Downtown is about 1 mile from campus; other downtown hotels are nearby depending on your routing.
Notable events hosted: home to the Akron Symphony Orchestra, Tuesday Musical Association, and Broadway in Akron; notable moments include Carlos Chávez’s world premiere in 1973 and 50th-anniversary celebrations featuring Kristin Chenoweth in 2023.