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About UC Riverside Fine Arts
Welcome to UC Riverside Fine Arts’ University Theatre, a university‑level performing arts venue at 900 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92521. With capacity options cited around 450–483 seats, this on‑campus venue is a hub for UCR’s music, dance, and theatre programming. Our insider guidance helps you secure your seats, navigate parking, and plan your visit with convenient transit and nearby lodging and dining. We’ve got you covered with practical details for a smooth, no‑fuss experience.
Note: The public seating chart is not published online; please check with the box office for exact seating layouts on your event date. UCR ARTS venues operate under the campus rebrand from ARTSblock to UCR ARTS, with Culver Center continuing as part of the UCR ARTS ecosystem.
Transit and parking options are designed to fit campus life. Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) routes such as 1, 56, 51, and 204 serve the campus. UCR offers free rides with the R’Card/GoPass program. For lodging and meals, a short drive or ride share to nearby hotels and restaurants makes for a comfortable visit.
Past notable events include performances by the UCR Wind Ensemble, UCR Dancing events, and the UCR Concert Band Festival. If you’re visiting for a performance, consider staying or dining at recommended local partners to maximize convenience and value.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: University Theatre listed as 450 seats on the official amenities page; other sources cite 460 or 483 seats (see notes below).
- Address/venue type: University Theatre, 900 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92521 (ARTS 121); campus on-campus performing-arts venue and hub for UCR Fine Arts.
- Seating chart: Public seating chart is not publicly published; current guidance is to consult the box office for seating layouts.
- Parking: Parking available in Lot 6 Blue (free evenings/weekends; accessibility parking $3.50/hr) and Lot 30 (free after 6pm weekdays; all day on weekends); ARTS Studio spaces use Lot 1 Blue; check current maps.
- Transit: Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) serves the campus with routes such as 1, 56, 51, 204; UCR offers free RTA rides via the R’Card/GoPass.
- Nearby hotels: Mission Inn Hotel & Spa (3649 Mission Inn Ave), Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area (1510 University Ave), Hyatt Place Riverside Downtown (3500 Market St), Quality Inn Riverside Near UCR (1590 University Ave).
- Notable events hosted: University Theatre hosts UCR Wind Ensemble, UCR is Dancing events, and the UCR Concert Band Festival; UCR ARTS venues host exhibitions and performances in downtown Riverside.
- Renaming/demolition note: The campus arts ecosystem has rebranded from ARTSblock to UCR ARTS; Culver Center remains part of UCR ARTS and not demolished.