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About Rockwell Theatre At The Pittsburgh Playhouse
The Rockwell Theatre is part of the historic Pittsburgh Playhouse experience that now resides in Downtown Pittsburgh at 350 Forbes Avenue. While the original Oakland Rockwell site has been demolished as part of redevelopment, the Rockwell Theatre lives on in the new Playhouse complex, alongside the PNC Theatre and Highmark Theatre. This page provides a comprehensive look at Rockwell Theatre, including seating details, parking and transit options, and nearby hotels and dining with trusted affiliate recommendations to make your visit straightforward and enjoyable.
Note: The Rockwell Theatre, historically associated with the Craft Avenue complex, has transitioned with the Pittsburgh Playhouse move to Downtown. We’ve got you covered with everything you need to plan your trip—whether you’re attending a mainstage production, an Open Mic memory, or a gala season event in the new spaces.
Rockwell Theatre sits in a vibrant downtown arts district with easy access to multiple Port Authority routes. For those driving, on-street metered parking and nearby garages are available. Downtown Pittsburgh offers a range of lodging and dining options, and affiliate partners ensure you have trusted recommendations close to the theatre for convenience and comfort.
We encourage you to secure your seats early and plan your visit using the information below. If you’re a Playhouse subscriber, you may also have access to special parking passes for downtown events. For more details on current performances, showtimes, and capacity, check the official Pittsburgh Playhouse site and partner listings.
Travel tips: arrive early to allow time for parking and a pre-show meal or drink. Pittsburgh’s theatre scene rewards advance planning, and Rockwell Theatre’s Downtown location places you near several cultural and dining hubs for a complete evening out.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Rockwell Theatre originated as part of the Pittsburgh Playhouse’s Craft Avenue complex and was named after the former Tree of Life synagogue building that housed it in Oakland; the space is no longer in use after the move to Downtown Pittsburgh. ([playhouse.pointpark.edu](https://playhouse.pointpark.edu/about/history?utm_source=openai))
- The Pittsburgh Playhouse relocated to 350 Forbes Avenue in Downtown Pittsburgh in 2018, opening three public venues: PNC Theatre (about 550 seats), Highmark Theatre (about 200 seats) and Rauh Theatre (about 99 seats). ([pointpark.edu](https://www.pointpark.edu/PghPlayhouse/Performance-Venues/index.html?utm_source=openai))
- The old Oakland Rockwell/ Craft Avenue site—including the Rockwell Theatre—was demolished as part of the redevelopment of the former Playhouse site. ([pghcitypaper.com](https://www.pghcitypaper.com/news-2/point-park-announces-plans-to-demolish-former-pittsburgh-playhouse-site-14325853/?utm_source=openai))
- Parking near the Playhouse includes on-street metered spots and nearby garages (e.g., Hilton Garden Inn garage at 250 Forbes Ave and Forbes Garage at 400 Fourth Ave); Playhouse subscribers can also access special parking passes for Downtown events. ([playhouse.pointpark.edu](https://playhouse.pointpark.edu/plan-your-visit/directionsParking?utm_source=openai))
- Nearby transit options and access in Downtown Pittsburgh can be via multiple Port Authority routes; Forbes Avenue is served by several bus lines and is within walking distance of Steel Plaza and other transit hubs. ([moovitapp.com](https://moovitapp.com/index/en/public_transit-Forbes_Ave-Pittsburgh_PA-site_76492111-1145?utm_source=openai))
- Notable events: the new Pittsburgh Playhouse opened with a gala season in 2018, and the complex has since hosted major productions in its three spaces; historic events at the old Rockwell Theatre included Open Mic nights during the final years. ([broadwayworld.com](https://www.broadwayworld.com/pittsburgh/article/Pittsburgh-Playhouse-Will-Open-This-Fall-Featuring-Three-New-Theatre-Spaces-Downtown-20180719?utm_source=openai))