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About Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center
The Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center (PPAC) at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown is a versatile 42,000 square foot venue that hosts a wide array of performances, from the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra and River City Brass Band to Broadway touring productions and UPJ Theatre shows. With a main concert hall and a intimate Black Box theatre, PPAC offers engaging experiences in a scenic campus setting in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
Whether you’re planning a night of music, dance, or theatre, we’ve got you covered with clear seating options, easy parking, and nearby hotels and dining. Think of us as your connection to great live entertainment in Johnstown—trusted, straightforward, and here to help you secure your seats.
PPAC features two primary spaces: the Mainstage with around 1,000 seats for larger performances, and the Studio Theatre (Black Box) with about 200 seats for more intimate productions. A formal seating chart is available via the UPJ Arts portal (PPAC Seating Chart PDF on Google Drive) to help you choose your preferred view. Free adjacent parking is available across multiple lots, with accessible spaces and a Governor’s Circle driveway drop-off for convenience. Transit options include the Pitt-Johnstown campus shuttle, CamTran local buses (#9 and #11), and regional connections via Amtrak or Greyhound in Johnstown. The John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport (JST) is a nearby travel option for guests coming from out of town.
In addition to captivating performances, PPAC serves as a cultural hub for the community, hosting esteemed groups such as the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra, Johnstown Concert Ballet, River City Brass Band, and UPJ Theatre productions. If you’re visiting, consider pairing your event with a stay at one of the area’s recommended hotels and a meal at nearby eateries—handpicked affiliate options help you plan a convenient and enjoyable trip.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, 450 Schoolhouse Road, Johnstown, PA 15904.
- Capacity: Mainstage 1,000 seats; Studio Theatre (Black Box) 200 seats.
- Venue type: 42,000 sq ft multipurpose performing arts center with a main concert hall and a black-box theatre.
- Seating chart: available via UPJ Arts (PPAC Seating Chart PDF on Google Drive).
- Parking: Free adjacent parking in multiple lots; accessible spaces; drop-off via Governor’s Circle driveway recommended.
- Transit: Pitt-Johnstown campus shuttle; CamTran local buses (#9/#11); Amtrak/Greyhound in Johnstown; nearby John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport (JST).
- Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn Johnstown (129 Commerce Court); Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johnstown (1440 Scalp Ave); Comfort Inn & Suites Johnstown (455 Theatre Dr).
- Notable events hosted: Johnstown Symphony Orchestra, Johnstown Concert Ballet, River City Brass Band, Broadway touring productions, and UPJ Theatre productions.
- Renamed/demolished: No demolition or renaming; PPAC remains active as Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center.