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About Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center
The Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center sits on Gonzaga University's campus in Spokane, WA, and is a hub for national and local performances since its opening in 2019. The center houses two intimate spaces—the Fr. Bernard J. Coughlin Theater and the Martin and Edwidge Woldson Recital Hall—each with its own seating configuration and program offerings. Whether you’re catching a touring show, a Gonzaga school event, or an external artist, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats with ease.
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Venue overview: The Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center is named to honor the Myrtle Woldson Collection and its mission to support the performing arts on campus and in the community. The facility opened in 2019 and continues to host a diverse lineup of performances throughout the year.
Seating options: The Fr. Bernard J. Coughlin Theater seats 695 standard, expandable to 755 with an orchestra pit, while the Martin and Edwidge Woldson Recital Hall seats 168. See the official seating charts for exact configurations by space. Official venue info.
Box office: Hours are Monday–Friday, 12pm–5pm, and 90 minutes prior to performances. For accessibility or last-minute arrangements, contact the box office ahead of your visit.
Parking and transportation: Free street parking surrounds the campus. There is 15-minute visitor parking near DeSmet and Pearl, accessible parking at the entrance, and campus lots are open to the public after 5pm on performance days. Spokane Transit Authority routes 25, 26, 28, and 39 serve the area and stop on or near Gonzaga Campus, making it easy to reach the venue by bus.
Nearby hotels and dining: The Davenport Hotel Collection (Historic Davenport, Davenport Grand, Davenport Tower, Davenport Lusso) is a preferred hotel sponsor and provides comfortable downtown stays close to the venue. Gonzaga’s listings also include additional downtown options. For dining, consider partner restaurants in the downtown core for pre- or post-show meals. We’ve highlighted recommended options through our affiliate partners to help you book with confidence.
About the venue: In addition to hosting performances, the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center houses the Myrtle Woldson Collection, further enriching the cultural offerings on campus and in Spokane. The center continues to be a versatile home for school events, touring artists, and community programs alike.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 211 East DeSmet Avenue, Spokane, WA 99258.
- Venues: Fr. Bernard J. Coughlin Theater seats 695 standard (up to 755 with orchestra pit); Martin and Edwidge Woldson Recital Hall seats 168.
- Seating charts are available for both spaces on the official site.
- Box Office: Hours are Monday–Friday 12pm–5pm and 90 minutes prior to performances.
- Parking: Free street parking around campus; 15-minute visitor parking near DeSmet and Pearl; accessible parking at the entrance; campus lots open to the public after 5pm on performance days.
- Transit: Spokane Transit Authority bus routes 25, 26, 28, and 39 stop on or near Gonzaga Campus.
- Nearby hotels: Preferred hotel sponsor is the Davenport Hotel Collection (Historic Davenport, Davenport Grand, Davenport Tower, Davenport Lusso) plus other downtown options listed by Gonzaga.
- Notable events: Opened in 2019 with national and local performances; ongoing season programs include Gonzaga school events and external artists; the center houses the Myrtle Woldson Collection.
- Renamed/demolished: No demolition or renaming; the venue remains the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center on Gonzaga’s campus.