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About Hill Theatre At American Players Theatre
The Hill Theatre at American Players Theatre is an outdoor amphitheatre in Spring Green, Wisconsin, known for its main repertory productions. With a thrust stage set against a scenic landscape, it offers an immersive experience under the Wisconsin sky. The indoor Touchstone Theatre (201 seats) operates as the secondary venue for select shows and the annual Winter Words reading series.
Our goal is to help you secure your seats with ease. We’ve compiled essential venue details, practical parking and transit information, and trusted lodging and dining options nearby to help you plan a seamless visit to APT.
Hill Theatre (outdoor) seats 1,075 in cushioned seating. APT provides detailed seating charts on the Tickets & Seating page, with the Hill Theatre’s thrust stage offering close, engaging sightlines from various sections. Free parking is available in a large lot, and shuttle service runs to Hill Theatre and Touchstone Theatre, typically starting about 45 minutes before a performance. Plan to arrive roughly 30 minutes early to allow time for parking and shuttles. For a broader travel option, Badger Bus offers a Ride the Bus program on select dates from Madison-area stops, making it easier to enjoy a show without driving.
Nearby lodging choices and dining options are curated by APT, including boutique inns and cozy bed-and-breakfasts. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations to help you find comfortable stays and reliable dining near the theatre.
Whether you’re attending a main repertory performance at Hill Theatre or a Winter Words reading in Touchstone Theatre, you’ll find a thoughtful, non-pressured venue experience—just the way “You’ve Got a Guy” would handle it. We’re here to assist with tickets, directions, and local recommendations as you plan your visit to one of Wisconsin’s standout theatre destinations.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: Hill Theatre seats 1,075 cushioned seats (official Know Before You Go page).
- Address: 5950 Golf Course Road, Spring Green, WI 53588.
- Venue type: Outdoor amphitheatre (Hill Theatre) with a thrust stage; indoor Touchstone Theatre is 201 seats.
- Seating chart: Detailed seating charts are available on APT's Tickets & Seating page.
- Parking & transit: Free parking in a large lot with shuttle service to Hill/Touchstone; arrive ~30 minutes before show; shuttles run ~45 minutes before performance.
- Transit option: Badger Bus operates a 'Ride the Bus' program to APT on select dates from Madison-area stops.
- Nearby hotels: Lodging options are listed by APT (e.g., Brisbane House in Arena, Elderflower Retreat at Hillside Pastures, Silver Star Bed & Breakfast Inn, Spring Valley Inn, etc.).
- Notable events: Winter Words, an annual reading series in the Touchstone Theatre, and regular repertory performances in Hill Theatre.
- History/renaming: The Hill Theatre was formerly known as Up the Hill Theatre and was renamed in a 2017 renovation project.
- Current season context: The Hill Theatre is the outdoor venue used for main repertory productions, with the indoor Touchstone Theatre serving as a secondary venue.