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About SHU Community Theatre

SHU Community Theatre is a versatile, university-operated performing arts center located in downtown Fairfield, Connecticut. With a seating capacity around 500, the venue hosts live performances, cinema, educational programs, and engaging lectures. The space features main floor, balcony and orchestra seating, plus a VIP Director’s Box and accessible seating options. Whether you’re planning a performance night, a film screening, or a lecture, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticketing and reliable information.

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Located at 1420 Post Road, Fairfield, the theatre sits just off I-95 and is accessible via nearby transit options including the Fairfield Metro Station (Metro-North) and local SHU shuttle service. Parking is convenient with multiple Downtown Fairfield lots and street parking nearby. We’ll help you navigate seating choices, parking, dining, and lodging so you can secure your seats with ease.

Nearby accommodations and dining options pair well with events at SHU Community Theatre. The Circle Hotel Fairfield at 417 Post Road is the closest hotel, offering convenient access for guests. Additional nearby hotels and a curated list of lunch and dinner spots are available through our trusted affiliate partners. If you’re visiting for a film series, a concert, or a campus lecture, you’ll find straightforward navigation, reliable venue details, and easy ticketing right here. For directions, accessibility, and multi-event planning, think of us as your connection to hassle-free live entertainment in downtown Fairfield.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: about 500 seats (official materials describe it as a 500-seat cinema and performance space; other sources list ~400+ as well).
  • Address: 1420 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 (downtown Fairfield; not on SHU campus).
  • Venue type: university-operated multidisciplinary performing arts center with cinema, live performances, education programs, and lectures.
  • Seating/chart: auditorium with main floor, balcony and orchestra seating; VIP Director’s Box; designated accessible seating; dedicated seating layout details appear in rental/inquiry materials rather than a single public chart.
  • Parking: multiple Downtown Fairfield parking options nearby (Fairfield Train Station lots, Sherman Green Lot, Library Lot, and street parking).
  • Transit: accessible from I-95; near Fairfield Metro Station (Metro-North); SHU shuttle (SHUttle) may stop in front of the theatre.
  • Nearby hotels: The Circle Hotel Fairfield (417 Post Road) is the closest; other nearby options include Hotel Hi-Ho and an SHU hotel guide listing multiple nearby properties.
  • Notable events hosted: performances by Judy Collins, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Los Lobos, Paul Reiser, The Doo Wop Project; film screenings (e.g., The Princess Bride, Frozen Sing-Along); New Haven Symphony Orchestra performances; annual Black History Month film series.