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About Trustus Theater

Trustus Theater offers two distinct performance spaces in downtown Columbia, SC: the Thigpen Main Stage (132 seats) for larger, immersive productions, and the intimate Trustus Side Door Theatre (approx. 50–60 seats). Named spaces reflect the venue's heritage, with the Side Door also known as the Richard and Debbie Cohn Trustus Side Door Theatre. From provocative plays like Grounded to the Side Door Series The Comeuppance, Trustus provides a welcoming setting for a diverse range of performances. This page covers seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining to help you plan a smooth visit. We’ve got you covered on how to secure your seats and make the most of your trip to downtown Columbia.

Trustus Theater is located at 520 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201. The venue is easily accessible by car with nearby parking options including lots and the Lady Street Deck. For those utilizing public transportation, The COMET fixed-route bus system serves the area—check catchthecometsc.gov for current routes and stops. After the show, explore nearby hotels such as the Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown the Vista, SpringHill Suites Columbia Downtown/The Vista, Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista, and Hampton Inn Columbia Downtown Historic District for convenient stays. We can connect you with trusted hotel and dining partners to complete your visit. Remember: dates and seating are subject to availability, so secure your seats early and enjoy a seamless theater experience with Trustus.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 520 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201.
  • Main Stage capacity: 132 seats (Thigpen Main Stage).
  • Side Door capacity: approximately 50–60 seats (Trustus Side Door Theatre).
  • Venue types: Two spaces — Thigpen Main Stage (larger, mainstage) and Trustus Side Door Theatre (intimate black box).
  • Naming: Side Door is also referred to as the Richard and Debbie Cohn Trustus Side Door Theatre; the Thigpen Main Stage name appears in venue materials.
  • Notable events: Grounded (UofSC-developed play) performed at the Side Door; The Comeuppance (Side Door Series) opened the 41st season in 2026.
  • Parking: Nearby lots and the Lady Street Deck are common options; see City of Columbia parking pages for details.
  • Transit: Served by The COMET fixed-route bus system; plan routes and stops via catchthecometsc.gov.
  • Nearby hotels: Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown the Vista (1000 Lady Street); SpringHill Suites Columbia Downtown/The Vista (511 Lady Street); Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista (819 Gervais Street); Hampton Inn Columbia Downtown Historic District (822 Gervais Street).