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About Straw Hat Theatre At Ashtabula Arts Center

Welcome to Straw Hat Theatre, the outdoor thrust-stage at the Ashtabula Arts Center. This intimate venue features a dedicated seating area with a great seats capacity, hosting seasonal musical productions from June through August, complementing the center’s indoor programming at the 13th Street Theatre. Whether you’re in town for a summer show or exploring the Arts Center campus, we’ve laid out why this venue is worth the trip and how to secure your seats with ease.

Here’s what you’ll find at Straw Hat Theatre: on-site parking, accessible parking noted on event pages, and convenient transit options through ACTS (Ashtabula County Transportation System) for door-to-door service. We’ve also included nearby lodging and dining options to help you plan a smooth visit.

Straw Hat Theatre is part of the Ashtabula Arts Center campus, located at 2928 W 13th St, Ashtabula, OH 44004. The outdoor stage uses a thrust configuration, creating an engaging viewing experience while keeping the setting relaxed and accessible. For performers, the venue program has showcased seasonal productions like Bat Boy and Arsenic and Old Lace, with indoor productions expanding the calendar at the 13th Street Theatre. When planning your trip, consider nearby hotels and restaurants—our affiliate partners can help secure comfortable stays and great dining before or after performances.

To plan transportation, check ACTS for local routes and door-to-door options. Parking is available on-site, with accessible parking noted on event pages for those who need it. Secure your tickets in advance as summer shows can sell out, and enjoy the arts in a walkable, scenic part of Ashtabula.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 216 seats at full capacity.
  • Address: 2928 W 13th St, Ashtabula, OH 44004.
  • Venue type: Outdoor pavilion thrust-stage theatre as part of the Ashtabula Arts Center campus.
  • Seating chart: No public seating chart published on the Straw Hat Theatre page; seating described as a 216-seat outdoor venue.
  • Parking: On-site parking; accessible parking noted on event/ticket pages.
  • Transit: Ashtabula County Transportation System (ACTS) provides local transit with door-to-door service; trip planning available.
  • Nearby hotels: Riverbend Hotel (Ashtabula Harbor), Edge O Town Motel, Economy Inn & Suites (Ashtabula area).
  • Notable events hosted: Straw Hat Theatre seasonal outdoor musicals (June–August); related indoor 13th Street Theatre productions; past/future notable shows include Bat Boy: The Musical (Jan 2026 on 13th Street Theatre), Arsenic and Old Lace, and Nutcracker performances by Ballet Theatre Ashtabula.