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About Whiting Auditorium

Welcome to Whiting Auditorium, the professional performing arts venue at the heart of the Flint Cultural Center. Operated by the Flint Institute of Music (FIM), this proscenium-style theater hosts the Flint Symphony Orchestra, Broadway tours, and family shows in a space with a 55' wide by 35' deep stage. With seating across orchestra, mezzanine, and balcony, Whiting offers an intimate yet expansive feel, capable of adapting to performances with an orchestra pit lift that can reduce seating by up to 150 seats. Whether you’re here for a world-class concert, a touring Broadway blockbuster, or a family-friendly production, we’ve got you covered for tickets, details, and the best way to secure your seats.

Venue details: Whiting Auditorium is part of the Flint Cultural Center and is operated by the Flint Institute of Music. The official seating chart shows a proscenium configuration across orchestra, mezzanine, and balcony levels. Capacity sits at 2,043 seats, with the option to adjust seating when the orchestra pit lift is used. For parking, the north surface lot is complimentary, with optional valet service for select events at the best available price. There are additional campus lots and nearby garage options. Transit is convenient via Genesee County MTA bus routes 3, 6, 8, and 10, with Flint Amtrak serving regional travel nearby. The venue is located at 1241 E. Kearsley St, Flint, MI 48503.

Nearby hotels and dining: For comfortable stays near the venue, consider local options in downtown Flint. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations for reliable lodging and dining options to help you plan a seamless visit. If you’re arriving by train or bus, we can help you pair your tickets with easy commute options and nearby meals.

What’s on offer: The Whiting hosts a range of events, from the Flint Symphony Orchestra to Broadway tours and family programming. Recent notable productions have included Indiana Jones and Raiders of the Lost Ark Live in Concert, reflecting the venue’s standing in the regional arts scene. When you’re ready to attend, secure your seats with a simple, friendly process and we’ll guide you to the best available options.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: 1241 E. Kearsley St, Flint, MI 48503.
  • Capacity: 2,043 seats in a proscenium-style theater; stage 55' wide x 35' deep; orchestra pit lift can reduce seats by 150.
  • Venue type: Professional performing arts venue within the Flint Cultural Center, operated by the Flint Institute of Music (FIM).
  • Seating chart: Official seating chart available on the Flint Institute of Music site; seating configuration is proscenium with orchestra, mezzanine and balcony levels.
  • Parking: North surface lot is complimentary; valet parking available for some events at $15; additional campus parking options on adjacent lots.
  • Transit: Served by Genesee County MTA bus routes 3, 6, 8, 10; Flint Amtrak nearby for regional travel.
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Flint Downtown (110 W. Kearsley St, Flint, MI 48502) is a nearby option.
  • Notable events: Home to the Flint Symphony Orchestra; hosts Broadway tours and family shows; Indiana Jones and Raiders of the Lost Ark Live in Concert has been staged there.
  • Renaming/history: Originally named James H. Whiting Auditorium; commonly referred to as The Whiting today; renamed in the mid-2000s (context provided by FIM history and naming notes).