Located at 71 East Main Street in Patchogue, NY, the Patchogue Theater for the Performing Arts is a nonprofit cultural hub owned by the Village of Patchogue and operated by Patchogue Village Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. With a capacity of 1,106 seats (854 in the orchestra and 252 in the balcony), the venue hosts a diverse lineup of Broadway-style productions, concerts, films, and community events. The historic theater, originally opened in 1923 as Ward & Glynne's Theatre, was renamed Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts and reopened in 1998 after restoration. The theater sits at the heart of Patchogue’s arts scene and offers a welcoming, no-fuss experience for guests looking to enjoy top-notch performances in a friendly, community-driven setting.

Whether you’re planning a big show night or a small concert, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining. You’ll find a seating chart and a virtual tour on patchoguetheatre.org to help you pick the best seats, and you can rely on us for straightforward ticket buying and dependable service.

Patchogue Theater is a landmark for performing arts on Long Island, continuing a legacy of high-caliber programming that appeals to locals and visitors alike. The venue regularly features Broadway-style productions, live concerts, film screenings, and special events, making it a cornerstone of Patchogue’s cultural landscape. For guests traveling from near or far, the theater’s nearby lodging options and dining choices provide convenient ways to extend a visit. And with parking options close to the venue, plus access via the Long Island Rail Road and local bus connections, getting to and from performances is straightforward. We’re here to help you secure your seats with reliable, friendly service every time.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY 11772.
Capacity: 1,106 seats (854 orchestra, 252 balcony) as reported by the venue.
Venue type: nonprofit performing arts center owned by the Village of Patchogue and operated by Patchogue Village Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.
Seating chart and virtual tour are available on patchoguetheatre.org.
Parking: Lot 1 (free) and Lot 3 (metered after 6pm, except Sundays) behind the theatre; handicapped parking behind Del Fiore's Pizza.
Transit: Closest rail access via Long Island Rail Road Patchogue Station (4 blocks south); bus connections available.
Nearby hotels: Fairfield by Marriott Medford (2695 Route 112, Medford, NY 11763); Hampton Inn Brookhaven (2000 North Ocean Avenue, Farmingville, NY 11738); Holiday Inn Islip Airport East (1730 N Ocean Ave, Holtsville, NY 11742).
Notable events: hosts Broadway-style productions, concerts, films and more; celebrated a 100th anniversary series of events in 2023.
Renamed/not demolished: originally Ward & Glynne's Theatre (opened 1923); renamed Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts and restored/reopened in 1998; not demolished.