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About The PlayGround Theatre
The PlayGround Theatre is now known as Miami Theater Center (MTC), a nonprofit performing-arts venue with a mission to educate and engage audiences of all ages. Located at 9806 NE 2nd Avenue in Miami Shores, MTC preserves the spirit of its early family-focused productions while expanding programs and performances. The venue hosts a variety of shows in two spaces: the Main Stage and the Sandbox, offering flexible configurations to accommodate different productions and audiences.
Whether you’re planning a family outing, a community performance, or a cultural night out, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit options, and nearby accommodations and dining to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.
Seating configurations at MTC can vary by production. The Main Stage seats approximately 330 guests, while the Sandbox space seats about 70, providing intimate settings for experimental works or smaller showcases. For accessibility and convenience, there is free parking nearby, and the Shores area offers local shuttle services when needed. While public transit options are more limited directly to the venue, it’s car-friendly with easy access from surrounding neighborhoods. After the performance, consider staying near Vagabond Hotel Miami, AC Hotel by Marriott Miami Aventura, or JW Marriott Marquis Miami for a comfortable night nearby. Each venue and hotel option offers different experiences, so check the latest details as you plan your trip.
If you’re looking for more context, MTC has a history of notable productions like The Red Thread and Chekhov’s Three Sisters adaptations, and the organization has benefited from Knight Foundation support for cultural initiatives. For tickets and schedules, we’ll help you secure seats without the fuss—think of us as your friendly connection in the ticket world.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: 9806 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL 33138 (the venue is now known as Miami Theater Center, or MTC).
- Capacity and spaces: Main Stage seats 330; Sandbox space seats about 70 (offering additional event space); total capacity can vary by configuration. ([thevendry.com](https://thevendry.com/venue/40179/miami-theater-center-miami-shores-fl/space/21654?utm_source=openai))
- Venue type and rename: Began as The PlayGround Theatre (Young Audiences focus) and was renamed Miami Theater Center (MTC) in 2012, continuing as a nonprofit performing-arts venue with education programs. ([artsjournal.org](https://www.artsjournal.org/2005/06/29/south-floridas-ambitious-new-troupe/?utm_source=openai))
- Notable events hosted: The Red Thread (production supported through the 2010s), Chekhov’s Three Sisters adaptation, and other family/arts programs; Knight Foundation grants supported the company’s work. ([miaminewtimes.com](https://www.miaminewtimes.com/arts-culture/the-red-thread-at-miami-theater-center-through-december-22-6394139/?utm_source=openai))
- Parking: Free parking available nearby (noted by local coverage of the venue). ([miaminewtimes.com](https://www.miaminewtimes.com/location/miami-theater-center-6420808?utm_source=openai))
- Transit: The area is car-accessible; public transit availability is less documented for this exact site (nearest major hubs are in downtown Miami). Local shuttle service exists in the Shores area. ([miaminewtimes.com](https://www.miaminewtimes.com/location/miami-theater-center-6420808?utm_source=openai))
- Nearby hotels: Vagabond Hotel Miami (7301 Biscayne Blvd); AC Hotel by Marriott Miami Aventura (20805 Biscayne Blvd); JW Marriott Marquis Miami (Downtown Miami). ([allinmiami.com](https://www.allinmiami.com/blog/top-5-hotels-near-biscayne-park?utm_source=openai))
- Renaming note: The venue officially transitioned from The PlayGround Theatre to Miami Theater Center in 2012, per major local/arts coverage and Knight Foundation reporting. ([knightfoundation.org](https://knightfoundation.org/articles/mtc-miami-theater-center-at-the-forefront-of-cultural-passport-programs/?utm_source=openai))