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Saint Paul, MN

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About O'Shaughnessy Theatre

The O'Shaughnessy Theatre is a historic on-campus performing arts center at St. Catherine University in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Opened in 1970, this versatile venue welcomes university and community performers, including the Minnesota Orchestra, James Sewell Ballet, TU Dance, Indigo Girls, and the Women of Substance series. The theatre offers an intimate yet grand setting for a wide range of productions. A venue overview is available to help you plan your visit, and secure your seats early for the best options.

Whether you’re a local resident or visiting the Twin Cities, O'Shaughnessy Theatre provides a straightforward, friendly ticket buying experience. We’ve got you covered with venue details, parking, transit options, and nearby accommodations and dining to make your trip smooth from start to showtime.

Parking: Free campus parking is available in The O’Shaughnessy lot with entrance Gate 4. Accessible parking options are described in the plan materials. If you’re driving, arrive with time to spare and follow campus signage to the O’Shaughnessy lot to avoid delays.

Transit: The venue is near various Metro Transit bus stops along Randolph Ave, particularly around the Kenneth St and Cleveland Ave intersections. Plan your ride with Metro Transit for convenient routes to campus—easy connections from across the Twin Cities.

Nearby Hotels: For guests traveling from out of town, consider these nearby options: InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront (11 E Kellogg Blvd), The Saint Paul Hotel (350 Market St), and Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown (175 W 7th St). These properties offer comfortable stays within a short drive or ride to the campus and theatre.

Nearby Dining: After the show, you’ll find a variety of nearby restaurants and bars in downtown Saint Paul and the surrounding neighborhoods. It’s a good idea to check hours and reservations in advance, especially near performance dates. We’ve included affiliate partner recommendations below to help you book trusted options for a great pre- or post-show experience.

Key Notes: The O’Shaughnessy Theatre remains active as The O’Shaughnessy Performing Arts Center. The venue continues to host a rich mix of performances from university productions and traveling artists, staying true to its historic roots while embracing contemporary programming.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and address: The O’Sha ughnessy Performing Arts Center, St. Catherine University, 2004 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105.
  • Capacity: Up to 1,800 seats total (714 seats on main floor; seating chart available).
  • Venue type: On-campus performing arts center (historic space opened in 1970; hosts university and community events).
  • Seating chart: PDF seat map available (OShaughnessy-Seat-map.pdf).
  • Parking: Free campus parking in The O’Shaughnessy lot; entrance Gate 4; accessible parking options described in plan materials.
  • Transit: Nearest Metro Transit bus stops near Randolph Ave (Kenneth St and Cleveland Ave intersections); multiple routes planned via Metro Transit.
  • Notable events hosted: Minnesota Orchestra, James Sewell Ballet, TU Dance, Indigo Girls, Women of Substance series, and annual university/community programs.
  • Nearby hotels: InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront (11 E Kellogg Blvd), The Saint Paul Hotel (350 Market St), Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown (175 W 7th St).
  • Renamed/demolished: No demolition; venue remains active as The O’Shaughnessy Performing Arts Center (branding and season materials confirm current operation).