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About Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center
Welcome to the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center, a cornerstone of Marshall University’s cultural scene in Huntington, West Virginia. Home to the Joan C. Edwards Playhouse and the Francis-Booth Experimental Theatre, with connections to the Jomie Jazz Center, this venue hosts a diverse lineup—from Marshall Artist Series performances to culturally iconic events like the Banff Mountain Film Festival and Mountain Stage with Kathy Mattea. Whether you’re planning an evening out or a campus visit, we’ve got you covered with seating details, easy parking, transit options, and trusted recommendations for lodging and dining nearby.
Location matters. The center sits on the Marshall University campus at 1655 5th Ave, Huntington, WV 25755, placing you in the heart of campus life with convenient access from surrounding neighborhoods and the city’s attractions.
Parking on campus is convenient after 6:30 PM, with the front driveway available for ticket purchases and an adjacent parking garage near the center that accepts cash. For public transit, the Tri-State Transit Authority (TTA) serves routes to Marshall University, and campus-area stops are typically within a comfortable walk. Although Pullman Plaza Hotel is closed, a range of nearby accommodations provides options for out-of-town guests.
- Seating: Playhouse capacity is commonly cited around 530 seats; exact capacity is not published on the official site.
- Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn Huntington University Area, TownePlace Suites Huntington, Holiday Inn Huntington-Civic Arena, Red Roof Inn Huntington. (Affiliate recommendations available below.)
- Dining: Local favorites and reliable options near campus—look for affiliate-recommended restaurants for a dependable pre-show meal or post-show unwind.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1655 5th Ave, Huntington, WV 25755 (on the Marshall University campus).
- Venue composition: Joan C Edwards Playhouse and Francis-Booth Experimental Theatre (plus connection to Jomie Jazz Center).
- Parking: campus parking after 6:30 PM; in front driveway for ticket purchases; adjacent parking garage near the center (cash only).
- Seating/capacity: Playhouse capacity commonly cited around 530 seats; exact capacity not published on the official site.
- Notable events hosted: Banff Mountain Film Festival, Mountain Stage with Kathy Mattea, and Marshall Artist Series performances.
- Transit: served by Tri-State Transit Authority (TTA) bus routes to Marshall University; campus area well within walking distance to local stops.
- Renaming/history: formerly known as Marshall Fine Arts Center; renamed Joan C Edwards Performing Arts Center in 1997.
- Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn Huntington University Area (177 Kinetic Dr), TownePlace Suites Huntington (157 Kinetic Dr), Holiday Inn Huntington-Civic Arena (800 3rd Ave), Red Roof Inn Huntington (5190 US Route 60). Pullman Plaza Hotel is closed.