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About Ethington Theatre At Grand Canyon University

Welcome to Ethington Theatre, the historic on-campus theatre of Grand Canyon University’s College of Arts and Production in Phoenix, AZ. With a seating capacity of approximately 330, this intimate venue has been the home of GCU theatre for decades and continues to host a range of bold productions, from contemporary plays to family musicals. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or exploring live theatre in Phoenix for the first time, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure seats and plan your visit.

Below you’ll find essential information about seating, parking, transit, and convenient nearby hospitality to make your trip seamless. We’ll also highlight notable past and upcoming productions that have energized GCU’s campus and the broader Phoenix arts scene.

Venue notes: Ethington Theatre sits within Grand Canyon University’s campus at 3300 W Camelback Road, Building 21, Phoenix, AZ 85017. The venue was originally known as the Ethington Memorial Little Theatre before adopting its current name. While on-site lodging options are available nearby, guests can access several nearby hotels for a comfortable stay. For a full theatre experience, consider pairing your visit with nearby dining or entertainment options. If you’re planning ahead, check the event listing for any date-specific details such as RESCHEDULED from its original date or Date to be announced. We’ve gathered practical details below to help you plan, reserve seats, and enjoy a hassle-free night out in Phoenix.

Tip: secure your seats early for popular productions like SpongeBob SquarePants the Musical or Ada and the Engine. If you have questions or need help finding the right performance, your friend in the business is here to assist.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: approximately 330 seats (indoor) at Ethington Theatre.
  • Address: 3300 W Camelback Road, Building 21, Phoenix, AZ 85017.
  • Venue type: on-campus theatre within Grand Canyon University's College of Arts and Production (COFAP); historic home to GCU theatre for ~50 years.
  • Seating chart: seating map available (notably via third-party sites such as SimpleSeats).
  • Parking: free campus parking in the 33rd Avenue Garage (Building 7) and 31st Avenue Garage (Building 44); accessible parking on the first floors of all GCU garages.
  • Transit: served by Valley Metro buses (e.g., routes 50 and 35 along Camelback); closest light-rail stops are on the B line (e.g., 7th Ave/Camelback, 19th Ave/Camelback, Central Ave/Camelback).
  • Nearby hotels: Courtyard Phoenix North by Marriott and Holiday Inn Express Phoenix Downtown-Ballpark are in the area; on-site GCU Hotel existed but appears closed.
  • Notable events hosted: productions like SpongeBob SquarePants the Musical (2022) and Ada and the Engine (2024–25 season); campus events such as Our Town (2025).
  • Renamed/demolition status: originally Ethington Memorial Little Theatre; renamed Ethington Theatre; no demolition reported.