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About Studio Theatre at University of Illinois Springfield
The Studio Theatre at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is an intimate, flexible performance space housed inside the Public Affairs Center on the UIS campus at 2200 Ernest Hemingway Drive, Springfield, IL 62703. Operated as part of the UIS Performing Arts Center (PAC), the Studio Theatre complements Sangamon Auditorium with diverse local arts programming and productions by Ground Floor Productions. The venue is known for its adaptable seating configurations, creating an inviting environment for audiences and artists alike. While the space has remained active, a temporary closure for a PAC plumbing renovation is underway June 2025–September 2026, with reopening anticipated in Fall 2026. Whether you're catching a crisp, up-close show or a bold experimental performance, we’ve got you covered for planning your visit.
Venue details, parking, transit, and nearby lodging help you secure your seats with ease. The Studio Theatre’s official seating arrangements vary by configuration, typically around 124 seats, but ranges from 100 to 318 depending on the setup. For the latest information on schedules and available seating, check the event page or contact UISPAC. Accessibility is available via campus visitor parking with pay kiosks or a mobile parking app, and drop-off/pick-up is accessible at the PAC building. Local transit options, including Springfield SMTD and rideshares, provide convenient access to the campus. Nearby hotels such as Baymont by Wyndham, La Quinta Inn & Suites, and Comfort Inn & Suites offer convenient lodging for theater-goers. We recommend booking through our trusted affiliate partners when planning your stay. For a full calendar and venue specifics, visit the UIS PAC site or contact the venue directly for the most current details.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: UIS Studio Theatre is located inside the Public Affairs Center on the UIS campus at 2200 Ernest Hemingway Drive, Springfield, IL 62703.
- Venue type: intimate, flexible theatre space operated as part of the UIS Performing Arts Center (Sangamon Auditorium is the other PAC venue).
- Capacity: official capacity varies by configuration; commonly cited as 124 seats for UIS Studio Theatre; general figures range 100–318 depending on setup.
- Seating chart: a Studio Theatre General Admission Seating Chart PDF is available from the UISPAC site (Studio Theatre Seating Chart 2023).
- Parking: park in campus visitor lots and pay via kiosks or a parking app; accessible drop-off/pick-up available at the PAC building.
- Transit: Springfield SMTD and other ground-transport options (taxis, rideshare) serve the UIS campus; plan to use local transit or ride-hailing for events.
- Nearby hotels: Baymont by Wyndham, La Quinta Inn & Suites, Comfort Inn & Suites, and other hotels are listed as nearby accommodations for UIS visitors.
- Notable events: UIS Studio Theatre hosts Ground Floor Productions and local arts programming; Sangamon Auditorium hosts major events such as Illinois Symphony Orchestra performances (ISO based at Sangamon).
- Renamed/demolished: no demolition or renaming of Studio Theatre; the space is undergoing a temporary closure for a PAC plumbing renovation (June 2025–Sept 2026) with reopening anticipated Fall 2026.