Welcome to Uptown Theater - RI, Providence’s revived historic venue perched at 270 Broadway. Opened in 1926 as the Columbus Theatre and renamed Uptown Theatre in 1929, this two-format space now hosts live music, comedy, film screenings, and special events with a nostalgic flair. The main floor offers an intimate, cupholder-equipped seating experience, while the balcony preserves restored 1926-era charm. With a capacity of approximately 1,000, Uptown Theater blends classic ambiance with modern programming.

Whether you’re planning a night of music, a film screening, or a special event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats quickly and conveniently.

Accessibility is prioritized where possible. First-floor wheelchair space is available, but the balcony is not accessible by design. Parking options nearby include lots at 280 Broadway, 57 Sutton St, 90 De Pasquale Ave, 107 Federal St, and 249 Atwells Ave, plus on-street parking and SpotHero availability. The venue is well-served by RIPTA buses with Downtown Kennedy Plaza as a hub, and the Downtown Transit Connector provides frequent service through Providence. For visitors seeking comfortable stays, nearby hotels such as The Dean, Graduate Providence (formerly Providence Biltmore), Omni Providence, and Hilton Providence offer convenient access to Uptown Theater - RI. If you’re looking for dining before or after a show, there are several nearby options to suit every taste, and we’ve highlighted trusted affiliate partners for easy planning. Secure your seats with confidence—you’ve got a guy in the know for quick, reliable access to tickets and details.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 270 Broadway, Providence, RI 02903.
Capacity: approximately 1,000 seats (two-format venue history; main floor and balcony).
Venue type: historic 1926 theater revived for live music, comedy, film, and special events.
Seating/chart: balcony seats are restored 1926 originals; first-floor seating includes cupholders; no publicly published seating map; accessibility limited (first floor wheelchair space; no elevator; balcony not accessible).
Parking: nearby lots (e.g., 280 Broadway, 57 Sutton St, 90 De Pasquale Ave, 107 Federal St, 249 Atwells Ave); on-street parking; SpotHero option available.
Transit: served by RIPTA buses with downtown Kennedy Plaza as a hub; Downtown Transit Connector provides frequent service through downtown Providence.
Nearby hotels: The Dean, Graduate Providence (formerly Providence Biltmore), Omni Providence, Hilton Providence, etc.
Notable events/history: opened in 1926 as Columbus Theatre; renamed Uptown Theatre in 1929; RI International Film Festival hosted there; Cable Car Cinema relocated to the Columbus/uptown space; renovated and reopened as Uptown Theatre on August 14, 2025; early 2025 soft-opening events (e.g., Soundcheck).