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About Tucker Theatre

Welcome to Tucker Theatre, a historic on-campus venue at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro. Located in the Boutwell Dramatic Arts Building with an entrance on Champion Way, this proscenium theatre features two side stages and an orchestra pit, delivering intimate productions to a total seating capacity of 825 (main floor 534, balcony 291). The theatre, named to honor benefactors Dorethe and Clay Tucker, hosts MTSU Arts performances, Celebration Concerts, and a wide range of university productions. Whether you’re catching a student showcase or a faculty-led presentation, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit.

Below you’ll find seating information, parking guidance, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining choices to make your trip smooth and stress-free.

Pro tip: secure your seats early through our trusted ticket options, and check the official MTSU Arts schedule for upcoming performances at Tucker Theatre. If you’re staying overnight, the Hilton Garden Inn Murfreesboro and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murfreesboro West are convenient stays within a short drive or ride-share distance. For a complete experience, consider pairing your evening with local dining spots and easy parking access after 5:30 p.m. on weekdays or weekends when campus lots offer free parking. Transit to campus is supported by Murfreesboro Transit, with ADA-accessible routes from the Transit Center at 324 New Salem Highway.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 615 Champion Way, Murfreesboro, TN 37132.
  • Capacity: 825 seats (Main Floor 534 + Balcony 291) per Tucker Theatre Facility Data; some campus pages list 855 seats (Main Floor 549 + Balcony 290).
  • Venue type: Proscenium theatre with two side stages and an orchestra pit.
  • Seating chart: Seat map available on the MTSU Tucker Theatre site.
  • Parking: Free in campus lots after 5:30 p.m. on weekdays and weekends; daytime parking requires a permit (temporary/visitor permits available).
  • Transit: Murfreesboro Transit serves the campus area with eight routes; Transit Center at 324 New Salem Highway; buses operate weekday hours and are ADA accessible.
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Murfreesboro (1335 Conference Center Blvd) and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murfreesboro West.
  • Notable events: Hosts MTSU Arts performances, Celebration Concerts, and university productions; events are regularly announced by MTSU Arts.
  • Renamed/dedicated: The theatre is named Dorethe and Clay Tucker Theatre in honor of benefactors; the auditorium was renamed Tucker Theatre in 1987.
  • On-campus location: Located in the Boutwell Dramatic Arts Building; entrance on Champion Way.