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About Merryman Performing Arts Center
The Robert M. Merryman Performing Arts Center is a historic community arts venue located on the campus of an active elementary school in Kearney, Nebraska. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the venue offers a intimate yet versatile space for a wide range of performances, from intimate concerts to theatrical productions. Whether you’re a local resident or visiting from out of town, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you secure your seats with ease.
With a total capacity of 760 seated and up to 40 temporary seats, plus 16 wheelchair spaces and a standing-room capacity of 900, Merryman Center features a proscenium stage with a recessed orchestra pit. The auditorium includes 490 seats in the orchestra (three sections) and 270 seats in the balcony (three sections). Note: the balcony is not wheelchair accessible. For a complete view of seating, a full seating map is available on the venue’s Tickets page. On-site parking is available at no charge. Local transit options include R.Y.D.E. neighborhood transit in Kearney and Navigator Airport Express for trips to Omaha, with intercity options via Greyhound and Jefferson Lines. When planning your visit, consider nearby hotels such as Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kearney and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kearney for convenient stays. We’re here to make ticket buying straightforward—secure your seats and enjoy a hassle-free night out.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 760 permanent seats; up to 40 temporary seats; 16 wheelchair spaces; standing-room capacity 900.
- Auditorium: 490 seats in the orchestra (three sections) and 270 seats in the balcony (three sections); balcony is not wheelchair accessible.
- Stage: Proscenium stage with a recessed orchestra pit.
- Address: 225 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska 68845.
- Venue type/name: The Robert M. Merryman Performing Arts Center, a historic community arts venue located in an active elementary school; listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Seating chart: Full seating map available on the Tickets page (image at merrymancenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/merrymanseatingchart-1NEW-2.jpg).
- Parking: On-site parking; described as available/free parking with a parking lot on site.
- Transit: Local transit options include (a) R.Y.D.E. neighborhood transit in Kearney and (b) Navigator Airport Express for travel to Omaha; intercity bus options include Greyhound and Jefferson Lines.
- Nearby hotels: Examples include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kearney and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kearney, convenient for show-goers.