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About Josephine Davidson Theatre

The Josephine Davidson Theatre is the central performing-arts venue at Daytona State College, located in downtown Daytona Beach. Known historically as Lively Arts Center, the venue comprises two intimate spaces—the Davidson Theater with 859 seats and the Gillespy Theater with 264 seats. Whether you’re catching a main-stage production, a recital, or a guest artist showcase, you can expect a welcoming, college-arts atmosphere with professional-grade programming.

Travelers flock to the downtown campus area for its accessible location, varied nearby amenities, and straightforward ticket options. This page provides seating information, parking guidance, transit choices, and recommended nearby hotels and restaurants to help you secure your tickets and plan your visit with ease.

Note: For all events, we present accurate venue details and practical tips to help you secure your seats. The Davidson Theater and Gillespy Theater are part of the same campus facility, with seating maps available through the venue and third-party listings. When booking, use the page for the specific date and performance to ensure you see the correct venue space and seating configuration. The venue is accessible via multiple transit options, and nearby hotels and dining options are listed to simplify planning your trip.

  • Seating: Davidson Theater – 859 seats; Gillespy Theater – 264 seats. Detailed seating charts are provided by the venue and listed third-party guides.
  • Parking: Local parking options are available around the campus; check event resources for the most current guidance and any parking restrictions.
  • Transit: Daytona Beach area transit options include VOTRAN buses; driving and on-street parking are common around the campus. The venue’s Getting Here page outlines multiple access options.
  • Nearby hotels (approximate distances): Streamline Hotel (~0.9 miles), Hilton Daytona Beach Resort (~1.1 miles). Other downtown options are also convenient for a quick walk or short drive.
  • Dining: Downtown Daytona Beach features a variety of restaurants within easy reach from the venue; we highlight affiliate partner recommendations for convenient after-show meals or pre-show meetups.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Main Theater: Davidson Theater, 859 seats.
  • Studio Theater: Gillespy Theater, 264 seats.
  • Address: 221 North Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL 32114.
  • Venue type: college performing-arts venue (News-Journal Center) at Daytona State College; formerly known as Lively Arts Center.
  • Seating chart: Davidson Theater seats 859; Gillespy Theater seats 264; seating maps exist via the venue and third-party listings.
  • Transit: local transit via Votran; drive-or-park options nearby; Getting Here page lists multiple access options.
  • Parking: parking available in the area (no fixed on-site lot details provided on the primary page; additional guidance available from event resources).
  • Nearby hotels: Streamline Hotel (0.9 mi), Hilton Daytona Beach Resort (about 1.1 mi) and other downtown options.