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About The Little Theatre on the Square
The Little Theatre on the Square is a beloved professional theatre in Sullivan, Illinois, known for its summer stock productions and a rich history of notable performances. With a capacity of 420 seats (some sources list 450), this intimate venue is the only professional theatre between Chicago and St. Louis. Whether you’re planning a night out or a weekend cultural excursion, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you secure your seats with ease.
Note: The venue does not publish an official public seating chart, but third‑party platforms provide seating views to help you pick your view. We’ll guide you to the best options and ensure you have a straightforward buying experience.
Address: 16 E Harrison St, Sullivan, IL 61951. Parking is available in on-site lots and garages in downtown Sullivan, with ample street parking around the town square. Ride-hailing services like Uber operate in Sullivan, though local transit options are limited and may require regional providers for longer trips.
Nearby hotels include Gateway Inn at 1320 S Hamilton St, Sullivan. For broader options, Mattoon offers several hotels such as Clarion Pointe Mattoon near the University and Comfort Suites Mattoon East, useful for visitors planning a longer stay or attending multiple performances.
Notable past performers at The Little Theatre on the Square include Alan Alda ( Guys and Dolls, 1959 ), Betty Grable ( Born Yesterday, 1970 ), Leonard Nimoy ( One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, 1974 ), Mickey Rooney ( Three Goats and a Blanket, 1976 ), and Colleen Zenk ( Hello, Dolly!, 2018 ). The venue was renamed The Little Theatre On The Square in 1957 after evolving from its former Grand Theatre identity.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 16 E Harrison St, Sullivan, IL 61951.
- Capacity: 420 seats (some sources list 450).
- Venue type: Professional theatre (summer stock); the only professional theatre between Chicago and St. Louis.
- Seating chart: No official public seating chart published on the venue's site; third‑party ticket platforms host seating charts.
- Parking: On-site lots/garages in downtown Sullivan; parking around the town square is generally available.
- Transit: Ride-hailing (Uber) available in Sullivan; other local transit options are limited and may require regional providers.
- Nearby hotels: Gateway Inn (1320 S Hamilton St, Sullivan); nearby Mattoon options include Clarion Pointe Mattoon near University and Comfort Suites Mattoon East.
- Notable events hosted: Alan Alda (Guys and Dolls, 1959); Betty Grable (Born Yesterday, 1970); Leonard Nimoy (One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, 1974); Mickey Rooney (Three Goats and a Blanket, 1976); Colleen Zenk (Hello, Dolly!, 2018).
- Renamed/demolished: Not demolished; formerly the Grand Theatre before 1957 when it became The Little Theatre On The Square.