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Merry-Go-Round Playhouse Tickets

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Go-Round Playhouse – The Preston H. Thomas Theatre in Auburn, NY

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About Merry-Go-Round Playhouse

Welcome to the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, home of the Preston H. Thomas Theatre. Nestled in Emerson Park on beautiful Owasco Lake, this venue is a cornerstone of The REV Theatre Co.’s festival and seasonal programming. Since expanding from 365 seats in 2004, the theatre has continued to host Broadway-style productions, part of the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival origins dating back to 2012. Whether you’re a local patron or traveling to Auburn, NY, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats with ease.

Below you’ll find seating information, accessible parking, transit options, and trusted local lodging and dining partners to enhance your visit. Think of us as your friendly connection who can help you plan a smooth theatre experience in the heart of the Finger Lakes region.

About the venue: The Preston H. Thomas Theatre is part of The REV Theatre Co. complex, offering a comfortable venue with a capacity of $capacity$ seats for dynamic performances. The theatre is complemented by on-site parking and nearby hotels, plus a selection of acclaimed restaurants in Auburn and the wider Finger Lakes area. For performers and attendees alike, the venue serves as a hub for festival programming and ongoing Broadway-style productions that highlight regional talent and touring shows.

Pro tips: Secure your seats early, check the official seating chart, and plan a convenient route using local transit or rideshare, then unwind with a great meal at one of the affiliate hotel or restaurant partners listed below. We’re here to help you enjoy a seamless theatre experience in Auburn, NY.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 6877 East Lake Road, Auburn, NY 13021 (in Emerson Park on Owasco Lake).
  • Venue type and name: The Preston H. Thomas Theatre at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, a 501-seat theatre within The REV Theatre Co.'s complex.
  • Capacity: 501 seats (expanded from 365 in 2004).
  • Seating chart: Official seating chart available on The REV Theatre Co. site.
  • Parking: Parking lot adjacent to the Playhouse (audition note from 2011 confirms parking adjacent to the venue; on-site parking is available).
  • Transit: Centro bus service operates in Cayuga County with Auburn routes Aub 1–4; regional travel options connect to Syracuse via bus or car.
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Auburn; Inn at the Finger Lakes; Inns of Aurora; Springside Inn; Sherwood Inn; The Inns of Aurora.
  • Notable events hosted: Broadway-style shows and productions as part of the festival and seasonal lineups; Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival originated here in 2012; rebranded as The REV Theatre Co. in 2019; the venue also expands to downtown Auburn spaces for festival programming.