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About Jane Pickens Theater
Welcome to Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center, now operating as The JPT Film + Event Center. Nestled in the heart of Newport, RI, this single-screen venue blends classic cinema charm with vibrant live performances. With 472 seats (300 downstairs and 172 balcony), the space hosts a mix of film screenings, special events, and festival appearances such as the Made in Newport series and Rogue Island Comedy Festival history within the building. Whether you're catching a new release, a retrospective, or a live show, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit.
Newport is a walkable, scenic city with a range of lodging and dining options. Below you’ll find straightforward information on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby hotels and restaurants to help you secure your tickets with ease.
The JPT Film + Event Center sits at 49 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840. While a seating chart isn’t publicly published, the venue provides an accurate capacity breakdown: 300 seats downstairs and 172 seats in the balcony. Parking is convenient but limited, with nearby options including the Mary Street Lot, Touro Street Lot, and Long Wharf Lot. For those using public transit, RIPTA buses serve the area, with the Newport Transportation Center nearby. Seasonal free trolley routes 67 and 68 offer additional convenient mobility throughout Newport.
When you’re looking for a place to stay or dine before or after a show, consider our recommended partners. The Newport Marriott and The Chanler at Cliff Walk provide upscale lodging within a short distance, while Castle Hill Inn offers a coastal retreat a bit farther afield. For dining, explore local favorites just a short ride away and support partners who align with your theater experience. We’ve got you covered with easy, dependable options to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.
Note: If a show is RESCHEDULED from an original date or if the event date is TBA, we’ll clearly indicate it on the event page. For multi-day events, each performance date is treated independently so you can plan precisely around what’s on the schedule.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 49 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840.
- Venue type: single-screen art-house cinema and event center operating as The JPT Film & Event Center.
- Current seating capacity: 472 (300 downstairs + 172 balcony) per official JPT information; some older sources list ~700 seats.
- Seating chart/public layout: no publicly published seating chart; capacity breakdown is provided by the venue (downstairs vs. balcony).
- Parking: limited street parking with nearby lots; commonly cited options include Mary Street Lot, Touro Street Lot, and Long Wharf Lot.
- Transit: served by RIPTA buses with Newport Transportation Center nearby; seasonal free trolley routes 67 and 68 run in Newport.
- Nearby hotels: Newport Marriott (25 America’s Cup Ave), The Chanler at Cliff Walk (117 Memorial Blvd), Castle Hill Inn (590 Ocean Drive).
- Notable events: hosts film screenings and live performances; programs include Made in Newport film series and other special events; Rogue Island Comedy Festival has been hosted in the building’s history.
- Renaming/demolition: the venue is not demolished; it has been renamed The JPT Film + Event Center and operates as Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center.