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About Riverfront Theater

Welcome to Riverfront Theater, a historic venue in downtown Bradenton that now operates as part of the Manatee Performing Arts Center (MPAC). With a legacy dating back to the original Riverfront Theatre, home of the Manatee Players since 1953, this space continues to host Broadway-style productions, community shows, and artistic events. MPAC houses two intimate performance spaces: Stone Hall, seating approximately 352, and the Kiwanis Studio Theatre, seating about 100. Whether you’re catching a classic musical or a contemporary performance, you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere and a straightforward ticket-buying experience with us.

Plan your visit with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby stays and dining. We’ve got you covered—like having a friend in the business who can secure your seats for a successful night out in Bradenton.

Accessibility and convenience matter for a great night out. Riverfront Theater is located in downtown Bradenton, with free dedicated parking across the street at 401 7th Street West. The Downtown Bradenton Transfer Station provides easy access to area bus routes, making public transit a practical option for city visitors. After the show, explore nearby hotels such as SpringHill Suites Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront (102 12th St W) and Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota Riverfront (100 Riverfront Dr W). For a well-rounded evening, consider local dining options and affiliate partner recommendations to help you plan a seamless experience—from parking to post-show meals.

Note: Each event at Riverfront Theater (as part of MPAC) is treated as a standalone date. If a show is rescheduled, we’ll indicate RESCHEDULED from its original date and keep you informed on the latest dates. Date to be announced? Date to be announced. When you see a listing, you’ll know exactly what to expect for seating and availability.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current venue: Manatee Performing Arts Center (MPAC), located at 502 Third Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205.
  • Two on-site spaces: Stone Hall with about 352 seats and Kiwanis Studio Theatre with about 100 seats.
  • Original Riverfront Theatre (home of the Manatee Players) opened December 1953 and was demolished around 2015 to make way for MPAC.
  • Parking: Free dedicated parking across the street at 401 7th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205.
  • Transit: Downtown Bradenton Transfer Station serves area bus routes and is within reach of MPAC.
  • Nearby hotels: SpringHill Suites Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront (102 12th St W) and Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota Riverfront (100 Riverfront Dr W).
  • Notable events: The Riverfront Theatre hosted the Manatee Players for decades and hosted numerous Broadway-style shows and community productions before its closure.