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About Old Main Theatre
Welcome to the Old Main Theatre page. Located on the Western Washington University campus in Bellingham, this historic proscenium theatre is a staple for WWU Theatre & Dance performances and events. With a seating capacity of 203 (plus 2 wheelchair spaces) across 12 rows, Old Main Theatre offers an intimate, high-quality venue experience in a classic on-campus setting. We’ve got you covered for tickets, access, and nearby lodging and dining to make your visit easy and convenient.
Whether you’re catching a student production like Tartuffe, an STP presentation such as Heidi Chronicles, or a lively Dead Parrot Society improv show, secure your seats with confidence. We’ve highlighted transportation, parking, and nearby hotels and restaurants (with partner recommendations) to help you plan a smooth trip to Bellingham’s historic Old Main Theatre. Date to be announced, or RESCHEDULED from its original date, all events will be listed with clear details so you know exactly what to expect when you buy.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: Official WWU materials list 200 seats; seating chart notes 203 seats plus 2 wheelchair spaces.
- Address: 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225.
- Venue type: On-campus historic proscenium theatre (Old Main Theater) used by WWU Theatre & Dance; third-space venue alongside the Performing Arts Center.
- Seating chart: WWU provides a seating chart showing 12 rows with 203 seats and 2 wheelchair spaces.
- Parking: On-campus parking with ADA provisions; see WWU Parking and Disability Access pages; visitor parking includes 6V lots (per campus map).
- Transit: WWU is accessible by regional bus; options include bus, bike, walking, carpool; WWU Transportation Services outlines accessibility and transit options.
- Nearby hotels: Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham (1.9 miles from campus); Leopold Hotel (1224 Cornwall Ave, nearby); Fairhaven Village Inn (1200 10th St, Fairhaven).
- Notable events: STP productions (e.g., Heidi Chronicles) hosted in Old Main Theater; Dead Parrot Society improv show; Tartuffe (historical WWU production) hosted in Old Main Theater.
- Renamed/demolished: Old Main Theater at WWU remains active and is not demolished or renamed; it is listed as Old Main Theater in WWU materials.