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About Forman Theater

Forman Theater is a versatile exhibition and theater space housed within the McKinley Building on American University’s campus in Washington, DC. This flexible venue supports a range of events—from environmental film screenings and panel discussions to campus lectures and festival screenings. Operated by the American University School of Communication, Forman Theater is a reliable choice for intimate, purpose-driven programs in a university setting.

Located at 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW, the venue sits in the Tenleytown–AU area, making it accessible to local residents, students, and visiting attendees. We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you secure your visit with ease.

Seating is a flexible arrangement described for approximately 144–145 seats, with no publicly published formal seating chart. If you’re presenting or attending AU-hosted events, the room adapts well for lectures, film screenings, and festival-style programs. Parking is available at the Katzen Arts Center Garage on Massachusetts Ave NW, with typical General Parking rates around the best available price. The nearest Metro is Tenleytown–AU on the Red Line, and AU operates shuttle services to Katzen Arts Center with additional bus routes serving the campus. For visitors planning overnight stays, nearby hotels include Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue and Embassy Suites Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion, with other AU/Tenleytown-area options available. Official events page and ticketing information for Forman Theater can connect you with upcoming programs and seating details.

Proximity to the Environmental Film Festival and other university events makes Forman Theater a trusted spot for thoughtful programming. If you’re seeking tickets or scheduling details, think of us as your friend in the business—reliable help to secure your seats for a smooth, no-fuss experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 144 audience seats (145-seat exhibition space per AU facilities page).
  • Address: 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016.
  • Venue type: University exhibition/theater space (McKinley Building) operated by American University School of Communication; used for festivals, conferences, lectures, and campus screenings.
  • Seating chart: No public, formal seating chart published; described as a 144–145 seat flexible exhibition space.
  • Parking: Katzen Arts Center Garage on Massachusetts Ave NW; PayByPhone app with code 4882; rates around $2/hour in General Parking areas.
  • Transit: Nearest Metro is Tenleytown–AU (Red Line); AU offers a shuttle to Katzen Arts Center; multiple bus routes serve the campus.
  • Nearby hotels: Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue; Embassy Suites Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion (nearby); other options in the AU/Tenleytown area.
  • Notable events hosted: Environmental Film Festival events; film screenings (e.g., Black Orpheus at AU, 2015); panel discussions and university events such as TIVA-DC programs and other lectures.