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About Irvine Auditorium - Philadelphia

Welcome to Irvine Auditorium, a landmark performing arts venue on the University of Pennsylvania campus in Philadelphia. The Main Hall seats 1,259 (approx. 1,260) after a careful 1997–2000 renovation that refined acoustics and created intimate sightlines by removing side balconies. The space is renowned for the 11,000‑pipe Curtis Organ and a tradition of hosting Penn Symphony Orchestra performances, student ensembles, organ recitals, and other university events. Irvine Auditorium also includes the Amado Recital Hall and the adjacent Café '58, offering versatile spaces for preshows and intimate performances.

Whether you’re planning a concert night, a lecture, or a campus cultural visit, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to make your trip seamless.

Pro-tip: secure your seats early for curtain‑raiser events and organ recitals, and check the venue’s official pages for scheduling updates. For a complete experience, consider staying at nearby hotels like The Inn at Penn or The Study at University City, and explore dining options before or after a show. We’re your go‑to connection to get tickets confidently and conveniently in Philadelphia’s University City area.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: Irvine Auditorium Main Hall, 3401 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (UPenn campus).
  • Capacity: Main Hall seats 1,259 (full capacity cited as ~1,260) after renovation; previous capacity was 1,976 prior to 1997–2000 work.
  • Venue type: Historic performing arts space on the UPenn campus, with main hall plus additional spaces (Amado Recital Hall, Café '58, etc.).
  • Notable feature: 11,000‑pipe Curtis Organ housed in the Main Hall.
  • Seating/chart notes: The Main Hall uses orchestra level with mezzanine/balconies; a 1997–2000 renovation removed side balconies to improve acoustics and create more intimate spaces.
  • Parking: Public parking nearby at the Penn Museum Parking Garage (3220 South Street); street parking also available.
  • Transit: SEPTA options include Bus 40 at 34th & Spruce, trolleys T2/T3/T4/T5 at 37th‑Spruce, and the LUCY route nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: The Inn at Penn (3600 Sansom Street) and The Study at University City (20 South 33rd Street) are convenient for events on/around campus.
  • Notable events: Penn Symphony Orchestra and other UPenn ensembles perform on the Main Hall stage; the venue is known for organ recitals and other university performances.
  • Renaming/ownership notes: The venue is also listed as Irvine, William B. Irvine Auditorium; it was not demolished or renamed beyond that alternate naming. Renovation history includes a 1997–2000 restoration by Venturi, Scott Brown & Associates.