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About Raleigh Memorial Auditorium At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
The Raleigh Memorial Auditorium is a historic performing-arts venue in downtown Raleigh, officially part of the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts. Opened in 1932, this classic space seats thousands for a diverse lineup that includes Broadway productions, stand-up, and concerts. We've got you covered with reliable ticket access, practical parking and transit tips, and nearby hotels and dining to make your visit seamless.
Note: The front parking lots were closed for Omni Raleigh Hotel construction as of November 23, 2025, so plan to use multiple nearby parking options. The Performing Arts deck offers accessible parking, and event parking typically runs around the best available price depending on the event. For a complete seating map, check the official seating chart (PDF) on the venue site.
Located at 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, the Raleigh Memorial Auditorium sits within a historic complex that hosts major touring productions alongside intimate performances. The venue is accessible via GoTriangle and the R-LINE free downtown circulating bus, with stops at the main entrance. Nearby hotels and dining options provide convenient lodging and meals before or after shows, with affiliate partner recommendations to help you secure trusted arrangements. Whether you're planning a dramatic Broadway night or a concert by a major artist, we've got you covered with straightforward, dependable ticketing and local guidance.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
- Venue type: Historic performing-arts venue; part of the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts (opened 1932)
- Capacity: 2,277 seats (official listings); some sources list 2,369 seats
- Seating chart: Official seating chart exists on the site (PDF link); access may be blocked in some browsers
- Parking: Multiple nearby locations; front lots closed permanently as of Nov 23, 2025 due to Omni Raleigh Hotel construction; event parking typically $10; accessible parking in the Performing Arts deck
- Transit: GoTriangle bus service; R-LINE free downtown circulating bus stops at the main entrance
- Nearby hotels: Raleigh Marriott City Center (500 Fayetteville St), Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown Raleigh (616 S Salisbury St), Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Raleigh (431 S McDowell St); Omni Raleigh Hotel planned at 10 W South St with opening expected in the late 2020s
- Notable events: Sinatra, Jerry Seinfeld, Norah Jones, Alice in Chains; Broadway productions like Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, Disney’s The Lion King, Jersey Boys, Miss Saigon, Rent
- Renaming/demolition: Not demolished; historically Raleigh Memorial Auditorium; now part of the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts (center renamed for naming rights)