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About Kelsey Theatre At Mercer

Welcome to Kelsey Theatre at Mercer, an on-campus community theatre in West Windsor, New Jersey. Since opening circa 1972, this semi-professional venue hosts multiple resident theatre companies and a diverse lineup of productions—ranging from classic musicals to contemporary plays. With stadium-style seating, all seats offer clear sightlines and accessible options. Secure your seats for an upcoming show and enjoy a well-rounded arts experience near Princeton and the greater Trenton area.

For attendees, Kelsey Theatre offers convenient amenities: free adjacent parking with accessible spots, a secured lot beside the theatre, and nearby transit access via NJ Transit at Princeton Junction. If you’re planning a full evening, consider nearby hotels such as the Nassau Inn Princeton, Courtyard Princeton, and Homewood Suites by Hilton Princeton, as well as dining options that pair nicely with a performance. We’ve highlighted trusted partner hotels and restaurants to help you build a smooth, stress-free visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 385 seats (10 removable seats for wheelchair seating; Second Stage events limited to 199).
  • Address: Kelsey Theatre, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, NJ 08550.
  • Venue type: On-campus community college theatre and performing arts center with multiple resident theatre companies; operates as a semi-professional venue.
  • Seating chart: Stadium-style seating; no obstructed views; seating chart available (KT-Seating-Chart-2023.png).
  • Parking: Free adjacent parking; accessible parking available; secured lot next to the theatre.
  • Transit: Nearest rail access via NJ Transit at Princeton Junction Station (regional transit hub).
  • Nearby hotels: Examples include Courtyard Princeton (9.9 miles), Nassau Inn Princeton (6.8 miles), Clarion Palmer Inn (9.8 miles), Comfort Inn (3.4 miles), Homewood Suites by Hilton Princeton (2 miles).
  • Notable events hosted: Matilda the Musical (Oct 2023); Our Town (Jan 2022); Oklahoma! (Mar 2025); Fiddler on the Roof (Jun 2025); I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (multiple spring 2024 schedule).
  • Founded/opened: The Kelsey Theatre was built around 1972.