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About Ross Family Theatre at Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
Welcome to the Ross Family Theatre at Kirkwood Performing Arts Center (KPAC), a premier venue in Kirkwood, Missouri. With a seating capacity of 525 on the main floor and mezzanine, this versatile theatre hosts a range of performances from STAGES St. Louis productions to opera, dance, and concerts. Located at 210 East Monroe Avenue, KPAC is part of the Ross Family Theatre complex alongside the Strauss Black Box Theatre, offering intimate acoustics and clear sightlines for every show.
Here, you’ll find practical details to help you plan your visit, secure your seats, and make the most of nearby accommodations and dining. We’ve gathered transit, parking, and local recommendations so you can book with confidence, like you’ve got a friend on the inside.
Parking is free on-site with 500+ spots within a short walk, and additional nearby options are available. Public transit is convenient via MetroBus, and the Kirkwood area is accessible by Amtrak for regional travelers. Nearby hotels such as Best Western St. Louis-Kirkwood Route 66 and The Cheshire offer comfortable stays close to KPAC. When you’re ready to dine, you’ll find a range of nearby restaurants—especially along Route 66 and in Clayton—perfect for pre-show meals or post-show gatherings. For a complete visit plan, including accessibility details and seating charts, check the official venue resources and our insider tips below.
Notable events hosted at KPAC include STAGES St. Louis productions (e.g., Ragtime), Winter Opera St. Louis Romeo et Juliette, Dance Center of Kirkwood Nutcracker Ballet, and collaborative concerts by STAGES/University City Symphony Orchestra. For Valentine’s and other featured performances, secure your seats early to ensure the best views and timing.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: Ross Family Theatre seats 525 (main floor + mezzanine). Some sources list 529–530 in related materials, but KPAC’s own materials cite 525.
- Address: 210 East Monroe Avenue, Kirkwood, Missouri 63122.
- Venue type: Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, a performing arts complex with the Ross Family Theatre (main stage) and the Strauss Black Box Theatre.
- Seating chart: seating map available via STAGES St. Louis’ seating chart image for KPAC (Ross Family Theatre).
- Parking: Free on-site parking with 500+ spots within a two-block radius; additional nearby parking options available.
- Transit: Public transit options include MetroBus; Kirkwood has Amtrak service nearby; plan your visit page covers transportation details.
- Nearby hotels: Best Western St. Louis-Kirkwood Route 66 (1200 S Kirkwood Rd, 63122); The Cheshire (6300 Clayton Rd, Clayton, MO 63117).
- Notable events hosted: STAGES St. Louis productions (e.g., Ragtime); Winter Opera St. Louis Romeo et Juliette; Dance Center of Kirkwood Nutcracker Ballet; STAGES/University City Symphony Orchestra concerts; Valentine’s events like Songs of Love.