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About Lyons Family Studio

Welcome to Lyons Family Studio, the flexible black box theatre located inside L.R. Wilson Hall on the McMaster University campus. Known for adaptable seating that shifts with each production, this venue hosts a range of performances from contemporary dance to intimate theatre. Whether you’re visiting for a show or supporting local artists, we’ve got practical details to help you plan your trip, secure your seats, and make the most of your visit to Hamilton.

Below you’ll find seating and accessibility notes, parking and transit information, and a curated guide to nearby hotels and dining options to fit a variety of budgets and preferences. We aim to be your reliable inside connection for hassle-free tickets and convenient logistics.

Lyons Family Studio sits in the south entrance (Waller Lobby) of L.R. Wilson Hall, with parking access via the Sterling Street entrance. For overnight stays or a pre/post-show meal, consider the McMaster accommodations guidance for trusted options like Visitors Inn Hamilton, Hampton Inn by Hilton Hamilton, Staybridge Suites Hamilton, Sheraton Hamilton Hotel, and Homewood Suites by Hilton. The venue has hosted notable productions such as Demos Kratos (2018), They and Them and Everyone (2022), Nothing Remains the Same (2023) from Fall Major Productions, and KAHA:WI DANCE THEATRE’s Mush Hole Tour (2024). When planning, note that seating is flexible per production, and there is no fixed published capacity. Transit is provided by Hamilton’s public transit (HSR), with additional access via GO Transit and other regional services to reach the campus. Tickets are easy to secure—think of us as your friend on the inside who can help you lock in your seats without the fuss.

Parking, transit, and local amenities make Hamilton a convenient destination for performing arts lovers. If you’re visiting from out of town, consider nearby hotels and convenient dining options to complete your theatre night.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Venue type: Black box theatre known as the Lyons Family Studio, located in L.R. Wilson Hall at McMaster University.
  • Address: 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4L8.
  • Capacity: Flexible seating with no fixed published capacity; configurations vary by production.
  • Parking: Access via Sterling Street entrance; park in Parking Lot B; Lyons Family Studio is by the south entrance (Waller Lobby) of L.R. Wilson Hall.
  • Transit: Served by Hamilton’s public transit (HSR); GO transit and other regional options can be used to reach campus.
  • Nearby hotels: McMaster accommodations guidance lists options such as Visitors Inn Hamilton, Hampton Inn, Staybridge Suites Hamilton, Sheraton Hamilton Hotel, and Homewood Suites by Hilton.
  • Notable events hosted: Demos Kratos (2018), They and Them and Everyone (2022), Nothing Remains the Same (2023) as part of Fall Major Productions, and Mush Hole Tour 2024 by KAHA:WI DANCE THEATRE; the space was renamed Lyons Family Studio in 2023.