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About Pure Theatre

PURE Theatre is a small professional regional theatre housed in the Cannon Street Arts Center, a repurposed church space at 134 Cannon Street in Charleston, SC. Known for intimate, black-box style productions, the venue offers a close-up, immersive theatre experience with a capacity around 110–112 seats. Since moving from King Street to Cannon Street in 2019, PURE Theatre has continued to host world premieres and Southeast regional premieres, contributing to Charleston’s vibrant arts scene.

Whether you’re planning a night out or a midweek arts excursion, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you secure your seats with ease.

Seating and accessibility
PURE Theatre features an intimate, black-box style configuration. Capacity is commonly cited around 110 seats, with some sources listing 112. The intimate setup brings audiences close to the action, making each performance feel personal and immediate. If you’re requesting specific seating information, we can check availability for your preferred great seats and the section you want to ensure the best viewing experience.

Parking
The MUSC QQ Lot sits directly next to the building and offers convenient parking for showtimes. Plan for two hours of parking before curtain. Weekday daytime street parking and nearby MUSC garages are also options if you’re driving in for a performance.

Transit
PURE Theatre is accessible via CARTA. The Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) serves routes 210, 211, and 213 and is free on the peninsula, with the Meeting Street Visitors Center acting as a convenient hub for connections. If you’re visiting from outside the peninsula, consider DASH for a cost-effective way to reach 134 Cannon Street.

Hotels and dining nearby
PURE Theatre sits in the heart of Charleston near Meeting Street, with several hotels and dining options within a short walk or ride. Nearby lodging includes The Dewberry Charleston (334 Meeting Street), Francis Marion Hotel (387 King Street), Two Meeting Street Inn (173–174 Meeting Street), and The Charleston Place (205 Meeting Street). For a convenient pre- or post-show bite, explore local eateries on Meeting Street and nearby King Street. We highlight partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants you can book with confidence.

About the venue
PURE Theatre is a small professional theatre housed in Cannon Street Arts Center, a former church space repurposed to serve Charleston’s performing arts community. The venue hosts contemporary and regional premieres, with participation in events like Piccolo Spoleto. The space is designed for intimacy and connection between performers and audiences, making it a distinctive stop on Charleston’s theatre circuit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address and venue: 134 Cannon Street, Cannon Street Arts Center, Charleston, SC 29403.
  • Capacity and seating: described as a 110-seat theatre; another source lists 112 seats, reflecting a small discrepancy in reporting. Seating is described as intimate/black-box style.
  • Venue type: small professional regional theatre housed in the Cannon Street Arts Center (formerly a church space).
  • Parking: MUSC QQ Lot directly next to the building; parking 2 hours before showtime; weekday daytime street parking and nearby MUSC garages also available.
  • Transit: served by CARTA Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) routes 210, 211, and 213; DASH is free on the peninsula; closest hubs include the Meeting Street Visitors Center.
  • Nearby hotels: The Dewberry Charleston (334 Meeting Street), Francis Marion Hotel (387 King Street), Two Meeting Street Inn (173–174 Meeting Street), The Charleston Place (205 Meeting Street).
  • Notable events: world premieres such as Atwater (Season 21, 2023–2024) and other Southeast regional premieres; multiple shows listed in current and past seasons, including Piccolo Spoleto involvement.
  • Renamed/relocated: PURE Theatre moved from King Street to Cannon Street in 2019; the Cannon Street space is now its home.