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About Walnut Street Independence Studio 3

Welcome to Walnut Street Independence Studio 3, the Walnut Street Theatre’s compact, flexible studio space located at 825 Walnut Street in the heart of Center City Philadelphia. With roughly 80 seats and a general admission, first-come layout that changes with each production, this intimate venue delivers up-close performances and a unique, ever-changing stage. Whether you’re catching a world premiere or a provocative new play, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan ahead.

Below you’ll find seating information, parking options, transit access, and nearby hotels and dining to make your visit easy and enjoyable. And if you’re booking through us, think of us as your friend in the business—reliable, straightforward, and here to help you find great seats without the fuss.

Seating at Independence Studio 3 is flexible and production-specific, with no fixed seating chart. Seats are general admission and allocated on a first-come basis on show night. Capacity is approximately 80, and layouts vary from production to production. For parking, consider Parkway Outdoor Lot on Walnut Street or Parkway Walnut Towers (indoor garage) across from the theatre. Subscribers may receive discounted parking when presenting tickets. The venue is accessible by SEPTA and PATCO connections, with nearby stops including 8th St/Locust, 9th St/Walnut, Jefferson Station, and other Center City transit hubs. Walking from several downtown hotels is convenient, and a range of lodging options sits within a short stroll.

Nearby hotels within easy reach include Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, The Independent Hotel City Center, Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel, Loews Philadelphia Hotel, and The Notary Hotel (Autograph Collection). For dining, you’ll find a variety of restaurants in the surrounding Center City area to suit every taste and schedule. If you’re hoping to catch a show at Independence Studio 3, secure your seats early and plan around the unique, intimate nature of each production—we’ve got you covered with the latest show details and ticket options.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Location and venue type: Independence Studio on 3 is the Walnut Street Theatre’s small, flexible studio space located at 825 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (corner of 9th & Walnut).
Capacity and seating: Approximately 80 seats; seating is general admission with seats on a first-come basis; the configuration changes by production.
Seating chart: No fixed seating chart; layout varies with each production and may be different from show to show.
Parking: Official parking partners include a Parkway Outdoor Lot on Walnut Street and Parkway Walnut Towers (indoor garage) across from the theatre; discounts available for subscribers when presenting tickets.
Transit: Easily accessible via SEPTA buses and subways; nearby stations include 8th St/Locust, 9th St/Walnut areas, Jefferson Station, and PATCO connections; walkable from multiple Center City transit hubs.
Nearby hotels: Several hotels within walking distance, including Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, The Independent Hotel City Center, Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel, Loews Philadelphia Hotel, and The Notary Hotel (Notary/Autograph Collection).
Notable events hosted: The studio has hosted world premieres and notable productions, e.g., Caesar’s Palace O’ Fun (2010–2011 season), Ethel! world premiere (2012), Tuna Christmas (2008–2009 season), Quartet (2008), Red (2016), Shipwrecked! (2015), Meteor Shower (2019), and other intimate performances (examples drawn from various Walnut announcements and press coverage).