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About Westhoff Theatre at Illinois State University Center For The Performing Arts
Westhoff Theatre sits within Illinois State University’s Center for the Performing Arts in Normal, Illinois. With a flexible capacity and configurations ranging from thrust to arena, this intimate venue hosts ISU productions from the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film, as well as Illinois Shakespeare Festival performances and student showcases. First-come, first-served seating is common and late seating may be limited due to stage-entry considerations, so timely arrival enhances the experience. Whether you’re a local or visiting ISU’s campus, Westhoff offers an engaging, accessible setting for live performance.
Located at 400 W. Beaufort St., Normal, IL 61761, Westhoff Theatre is part of a broader campus performing arts ecosystem that includes contemporary plays, dance pieces, and classic Shakespeare productions. Below you’ll find practical details to secure your seats, plan parking and transit, and discover nearby lodging and dining options to complete your visit.
When planning a trip to Westhoff Theatre, consider parking in the nearby South School Street Parking Garage. For Center for the Performing Arts events, look for Arts Event Parking and aim for spots 250+ once signage is lit. Connect Transit provides bus access to the campus, with Uptown Station serving as a hub for campus routes and regional lines. If you’re staying overnight, recommended nearby hotels include the Marriott Bloomington Normal Hotel & Conference Center (201 Broadway Ave), Hyatt Place Bloomington/Normal (200 Broadway Ave), and Eastland Suites (Bloomington) at 1801 Eastland Dr. We’ve highlighted lodging and dining partners to help you secure convenient access and a great pre- or post-show meal. For an authentic ISU experience, follow official sources for Westhoff Theatre and CPA events and check the schedule for current performances, including ISU Department productions and ISF performances in the CPA venues.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: Westhoff Theatre is part of the ISU Center for the Performing Arts at 400 W. Beaufort St., Normal, IL 61761.
- Capacity and setup: Approximately 175 seats with flexible seating (thrust/arena configurations).
- Venue use: Used by ISU’s School of Theatre, Dance, and Film and hosts ISF (Illinois Shakespeare Festival) productions and student performances; Westhoff is a listed performance space within the CPA.
- Seating chart: No widely published seating chart; seating is first-come, first-served and late seating is limited due to stage-entry considerations.
- Parking: Event parking is available in the nearby South School Street Parking Garage; for CPA events, look for “Arts Event Parking” and park in spots 250+ when signage is lit.
- Transit: Nearby transit access via Connect Transit; Uptown Station serves as a hub for campus buses and regional lines; ISU provides campus transit options.
- Nearby hotels: Marriott Bloomington Normal Hotel & Conference Center (201 Broadway Ave), Hyatt Place Bloomington/Normal (200 Broadway Ave), and Eastland Suites (Bloomington) at 1801 Eastland Dr, all within a short drive.
- Notable events hosted: ISU–run productions in Westhoff (e.g., Spring Dance Concerts, interims of ISU theatre); ISF performances are staged in CPA venues including Westhoff; a 2025 season included Intermix in Westhoff.