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About Elsie C. Brackett Theatre
The Elsie C. Brackett Theatre sits on the campus of the University of Oklahoma, housed within the Rupel J. Jones Fine Arts Center at 563 Elm Ave, Norman, OK 73019. This traditional proscenium theatre features an extended stage that can be configured into a thrust setup, offering intimate sightlines and a versatile performance space for a broad range of productions. With a capacity around 570–600 seats depending on configuration, the Brackett Theatre hosts OU School of Music, theatre, and campus arts events, along with touring performances.
Whether you’re planning a night of arts in Norman or searching for a reliable venue to catch top-quality performances, we’ve got you covered with practical details—seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to suit different needs and budgets.
Upcoming and recent highlights at the Brackett Theatre include the 2015 dedication with Ragtime, and the 2025–2026 OU University Theatre slate featuring Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, the Oklahoma Festival Ballet, and the Young Choreographers' Showcase. For fans and students alike, this venue combines academic culture with professional-quality performances in a convenient campus setting.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: Rupel J. Jones Fine Arts Center, 563 Elm Ave, Norman, OK 73019.
- Capacity: 570 seats (renovation completed 2015); OU facilities pages list a 600-seat capacity in current configuration.
- Venue type: Traditional proscenium theatre with an extended stage/ apron that can create a thrust configuration.
- Seating chart: Official public seating map for Brackett isn’t published here; capacity/configuration details are provided by OU sources.
- Parking: On-campus parking available via the Elm Ave Parking Garage and nearby lots; see OU Parking Map for details.
- Transit: Served by CART (Campus Area Rapid Transit) on OU campus; Norman On-Demand transit is also available.
- Nearby hotels: La Quinta Inn & Suites Norman; Hilton Garden Inn Norman (also listed among OU accommodations), plusCourtyard Norman and Embassy Suites Norman in local listings.
- Notable events hosted: 2015 dedication with Ragtime; 2025–2026 OU University Theatre slate includes Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, Oklahoma Festival Ballet, and the Young Choreographers' Showcase.