Yardley Hall is the main performance hall at the Midwest Trust Center, housed within Johnson County Community College (JCCC) in Overland Park, Kansas. With a seating capacity of 1,300, it hosts a diverse lineup—from classical theatre by The Acting Company to vibrant jazz, including the Winterlude Jazz Festival with Arturo O’Farrill & Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra. The venue underwent rebranding in the early 2020s, continuing the legacy of the former Carlsen Center for Performing Arts under its new name.

Whether you’re planning a night of theatre, a jazz showcase, or a family-friendly performance, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help secure your seats with ease.

Address: 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS 66210. Yardley Hall sits in the Midwest Trust Center at JCCC, a recognized hub for performing arts in the Kansas City area. For visitors driving in, the closest parking is in the East/West Midwest Trust Center garages, with Galileo's Garden structure as an additional option. Plan to arrive 20–25 minutes before curtain to find parking and reach your seats comfortably.

Transit service is convenient via RideKC Johnson County Transit, with the Midwest Trust Center as a park-and-ride/transit center. Local routes include 401, 402, 403, 475, and 510. If you’re visiting from out of town, there are several nearby hotels and restaurants to consider for a full evening out.

Nearby hotels and dining are a quick rideshare or drive away. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations to help you plan a seamless stay near the venue.

Official venue seating chart: Yardley Hall Seating Chart (yardley-seating.pdf)
Nearby hotels: Sheraton Overland Park, Hyatt Place Overland Park, Courtyard by Marriott Overland Park/Metcalf
Nearby dining: partner recommendations from nearby eateries and restaurants for pre- or post-show dining

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: Yardley Hall seats 1,300.
Address: 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS 66210.
Venue type: Main performance hall (Yardley Hall) within the Midwest Trust Center at JCCC; part of the college's performing-arts complex.
Seating chart: Available as Yardley Hall Seating Chart (yardley-seating.pdf).
Parking: Closest parking in the East/West Midwest Trust Center garages; additional options include Galileo's Garden structure; arrive 20-25 minutes before curtain.
Transit: Served by RideKC Johnson County Transit with JCCC Midwest Trust Center as a park-and-ride/transit center; routes include 401, 402, 403, 475, and 510.
Nearby hotels: Hotels near the Overland Park Convention Center are proximate (e.g., Sheraton Overland Park, Hyatt Place, Courtyard by Marriott Overland Park/Metcalf) within short distance.
Notable events hosted: The Acting Company productions (e.g., Great Expectations, A Midsummer Night's Dream) and major jazz offerings like the Winterlude Jazz Festival featuring Arturo O’Farrill & Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra; the venue also hosts other Midwest Trust Center Series events.
Renaming note: The venue was renamed Midwest Trust Center in the early 2020s after a donor gift and rebranding of the former Carlsen Center for Performing Arts.