You got a guy™ for venue tickets

The Arc Theater Tickets

Now selling

Upcoming Events at The Arc Theater

Loading current ticket availability

The venue

About The Arc Theater

The Arc Theater is a dedicated performance venue on THEARC campus in Washington, DC. Managed by Building Bridges Across the River, this venue hosts a range of DC arts and community events, including notable productions like The Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker. With two adaptable spaces—THEARC Theater and THEARC Black Box—the venue serves as a vibrant east-of-the-river cultural hub.

Whether you’re seeking a fixed-seating experience or a flexible black-box setting, you’ll find a welcoming environment designed for intimate performances, workshops, and community programs. Here’s what attendees typically need to know to plan their visit, secure seats, and explore nearby accommodations and dining.

THEARC Theater seats 365 in fixed arrangement, while THEARC Black Box accommodates up to 150 seats with configurable setup. The venue offers free street parking on a first-come, first-served basis and is easily accessible by public transit. Nearby options include the Green Line’s Southern Avenue Station and multiple bus routes (94, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, W2, W3).

For visitors planning stays in the area, nearby hotels such as the Phoenix Park Hotel, ARC Hotel DC, and Melrose Georgetown Hotel provide convenient options. We’ve partnered with trusted hotel and dining partners to help you secure comfortable accommodations and reliable dining during your visit.

Plan ahead, secure your seats, and enjoy the diverse programming that THEARC Theater brings to Washington, DC’s east-of-the-river arts scene.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: THEARC Theater seats 365; THEARC Black Box seats up to 150 (configurable).
  • Address: 1901 Mississippi Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020.
  • Venue type: TheARC Theater is a dedicated performance venue on THEARC campus, managed by Building Bridges Across the River.
  • Seating/chart: THEARC Theater uses fixed seating; no public seating map published; Black Box is flexible with ~150 seats.
  • Parking: Free street parking around THEARC; parking is first-come, first-served.
  • Transit: Nearby Metro Green Line (Southern Avenue Station); bus lines include 94, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, W2, W3.
  • Nearby hotels: Phoenix Park Hotel, ARC Hotel DC, Melrose Georgetown Hotel (options listed among nearby hotels for attendees).
  • Notable events hosted: The Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker at THEARC Theater; venue frequently hosts DC arts/community events and programs; recognized as a key east-of-the-river arts location.
  • Renamed/demolished: THEARC Theater remains in operation; THEARC campus opened in 2005 and continues to operate.