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Main Venue for the Stratford Festival in Stratford, ON

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About Stratford Festival Theatre

The Stratford Festival Theatre is the heart of Stratford’s renowned performing arts scene. As the main venue for the Stratford Festival, this modernist thrust-stage theatre seats about 1,800 and offers sightlines shaped by a near-60s-style seating geometry. Located at 55 Queen Street in Stratford, Ontario, it hosts top-tier productions year after year, complemented by behind-the-scenes experiences like Set Changeover Tours. Whether you’re planning a single show or a weekend of performances, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining.

Keep in mind that each event can vary in date and programming. For the most seamless experience, secure your seats early and review the official venue maps and partner recommendations for lodging and dining to complete your visit.

The Stratford Festival Theatre features a modernist design with a thrust stage that puts the action close to the audience. The seating chart and venue maps are available through the Stratford Festival site, helping you pick the best the section you want and great seats for your preferences. On-site and nearby parking options are available, with pre-booking recommended at the lower Queen Street Lot and day-of rates as noted. Seasonal transit options, including the Stratford Direct Bus service and Stratford Transit, provide convenient access from hotels and central Stratford neighborhoods. Nearby hotels and restaurants—curated by the Stratford Festival and affiliate partners—offer reliable choices for a comfortable stay and excellent pre- or post-show dining. For performances, tours, and behind-the-scenes access, visit the official Stratford Festival pages and the venue’s recent updates on the Tom Patterson Theatre and Set Changeover Tours.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: Festival Theatre seats about 1,800; Stratford Festival venues span 260–1,800 seats in total.
  • Address: Festival Theatre, 55 Queen Street, Stratford, Ontario.
  • Venue type: Thrust stage theatre with a modernist design; near-60s-style seating geometry ensures good sightlines.
  • Seating chart: Seating maps are available on the Stratford Festival site (Theatre Maps & Guides).
  • Parking: Paid festival parking in lower Queen Street Lot (pre-book $20, day-of $25); accessible parking available; other City parking options nearby.
  • Transit: Stratford Direct Bus service (seasonal) and Stratford Transit available for local travel.
  • Nearby hotels: On-site and nearby accommodations listed by the Stratford Festival (e.g., The Parlour Inn, Best Western Arden Park, The Windsor, Stratford Hotel, etc.).
  • Notable events hosted: Principal venue for Stratford Festival productions; Tom Patterson Theatre opened in 2022; behind-the-scenes Set Changeover Tours offered for Festival Theatre.
  • Renamed/demolished: Festival Theatre is not demolished or renamed; it remains the main Festival Theatre in operation.