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About Penn State School of Theatre

Welcome to the official venue guide for Penn State School of Theatre in University Park, PA. Whether you’re attending a production by Penn State Centre Stage or a campus theatre showcase, we’ve got you covered with seating details, parking options, transit tips, and nearby lodging and dining. Penn State’s theatre venues offer a range of spaces, each with its own character and accessible seating. Secure your seats with ease and plan your visit using the information below.

Address: 116 Theatre Building, University Park, PA 16802. Venues include Eisenhower Auditorium (approx. 2,500 seats), Schwab Auditorium (approx. 900 seats), Playhouse Theatre (383 seats), and Pavilion Theatre (222 seats). Official seating charts help you choose the perfect view for any show.

Parking options include campus lots and prepaid options via ParkWhiz, with Nittany Deck and East Deck nearby. Penn State Transportation Services provides general and ADA parking details. For getting around town, No-fare CATABUS routes (Blue Loop, White Loop, Red Link) and Campus Shuttles are available, with RIDEpass for eligible employees and students. Plan ahead for nearby hotels like Nittany Lion Inn and The Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center for convenient stays near the theatres. Centre Stage remains the professional arm of the School of Theatre. Date to be announced for future schedules. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket access and insider tips to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

Nearby dining options and lodging are readily accessible, and affiliate partner recommendations help you choose trusted places to stay and eat near campus.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address of the School of Theatre: 116 Theatre Building, University Park, PA 16802.
  • Venues and capacities: Eisenhower Auditorium – 2,500 seats; Schwab Auditorium – ~900 seats; Playhouse Theatre – 383 seats; Pavilion Theatre – 222 seats.
  • Seating charts: Eisenhower seating charts available via the PSU Seats page; Playhouse and Schwab pages describe seating; full Seat charts for Eisenhower are accessible at the Seats page (Eisenhower section).
  • Parking: Event parking options include ParkWhiz prepaid options and campus lots (Nittany Deck, East Deck); general/ADA parking details are published by Penn State Transportation Services.
  • Transit: No-fare CATABUS routes (Blue Loop, White Loop, Red Link) and Campus Shuttles; RIDEpass available for eligible employees/students.
  • Nearby hotels: Nittany Lion Inn (200 W Park Ave) and The Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center (215 Innovation Blvd).
  • Notable events hosted: Penn State Centre Stage (the professional arm of the School of Theatre) seasons; 2023–24 season set a ticket-sales record; 2025–26 season announced.
  • Notes on changes: No on-campus venues demolished; Pavilion Theatre exterior patio dismantled in 2010; Centre Stage remains the current professional arm.