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About Franklin Center For The Arts

The Franklin Center For The Arts is the performing arts hub on the Franklin High School campus in Portland, Oregon. Home to a the best available price main theater and a small black-box theatre, the center hosts school productions, community events, and public concerts. Renovated and reimagined as the new performing arts center in 2017, it remains a versatile space for a broad range of performances while offering accessible transit options and nearby accommodations for visiting guests.

Whether you’re looking to enjoy a school showcase, a community concert, or a public performance, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to make your visit seamless.

Note: Seating charts are not publicly published, but official capacity is approximately 500 seats in the main hall, plus a smaller black-box theatre for intimate productions. Address: Franklin High School campus, 5405 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR 97206. Performing Arts Wing is located at SE 52nd & Woodward. For transportation, the venue is accessible by bus routes 14, 71, and FX2, and is within walking distance to MAX light-rail options. Parking on campus is limited, with two staff lots and visitor spaces; there is a front-entrance drop-off area for quick pickups and drop-offs. Nearby hotels and dining options provide convenient options for visitors. Highlights include:

  • Seating: Main theater ~500 seats; separate black-box theatre for smaller performances.
  • Parking: Limited campus parking; plan ahead for visitor spaces.
  • Transit: Bus routes 14, 71, FX2; walking distance to MAX stations; nearby bus stops SE 52nd & Taggart Ct and SE Division & 51st Ave.
  • Nearby hotels: The Nines (525 SW Morrison St), Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland (601 SW 11th Ave), Hotel Zags Portland (515 SW Clay St).
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If you’re planning a trip to see a performance at Franklin Center For The Arts, secure your seats early and consider transit and nearby stays to simplify your visit. We’re here to help you find the right options and keep the experience easy and enjoyable.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Venue type: public high school performing arts center / multi-use auditorium complex (Franklin High School campus).
  • Capacity: main theater about 497–/500 seats; separate black-box theatre for smaller productions.
  • Address: Franklin High School campus, 5405 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR 97206 (Performing Arts Wing location given as SE 52nd & Woodward).
  • Seating chart: no widely published public seating chart; official capacity figures indicate a ~500-seat main hall and a small black box.
  • Parking: campus parking is limited; two staff lots with visitor spaces; front-entrance drop-off area available.
  • Transit: easily accessible by bus (routes 14, 71, FX2 nearby) and is within walking distance to MAX light-rail options; nearby bus stops include SE 52nd & Taggart Ct and SE Division & 51st Ave.
  • Nearby hotels (for visitors): The Nines (525 SW Morrison St), Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland (601 SW 11th Ave), Hotel Zags Portland (515 SW Clay St).
  • Notable events hosted: school performances, community events, and public concerts in the center; renovation history documented as the new performing arts center in 2017.