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About Schwab Auditorium

Schwab Auditorium is a versatile theater on the Penn State campus, known for its Renaissance-style proscenium design and an intimate yet expansive feel. With a seating capacity around 894, this venue hosts a range of events from concerts and lectures to dances and student performances. The space is well-suited for intimate stage productions and large public programs alike, including notable events from the Penn State Glee Club and TEDxPSU. Below you’ll find essential details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you secure your seats with ease.

Parking is available in the East Parking Deck for most events, with advance reservations sometimes used for larger performances. Public transit to Schwab Auditorium is served by the Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATabus), and you can plan your trip using their options. Nearby lodging includes The Nittany Lion Inn, Graduate State College (formerly The Atherton Hotel, renamed in 2019), Hyatt Place State College, and Courtyard by Marriott State College. We’ve highlighted affiliate-friendly hotel and restaurant options to help you plan a convenient, enjoyable visit while you’re exploring Penn State’s campus and the State College area.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 894 seats (PSU official sources also reference a 900-seat figure).
  • Location: Pollock Road, University Park, State College, PA 16802 (on PSU campus).
  • Venue type: Proscenium-stage theater with Renaissance-style seating; used for concerts, lectures, dances, and student productions.
  • Seating chart: Separate Orchestra and Balcony seating charts available.
  • Parking: General visitor event parking in the East Parking Deck; advance reservations often used; event parking pricing available.
  • Transit: Public transit served by Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATabus); trip planner options available.
  • Nearby hotels: The Nittany Lion Inn (200 W Park Ave, State College, PA 16803); Graduate State College (125 S Atherton St); Hyatt Place State College (219 W Beaver Ave); Courtyard by Marriott State College (1730 University Drive).
  • Notable events: Penn State Glee Club performances; TEDxPSU events have been held at Schwab; venue hosts Center for the Performing Arts programming.
  • Renamed/demolished: Schwab Auditorium name unchanged; The Atherton Hotel was renamed Graduate State College in 2019 (Graduate Hotels brand).