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About Zeiterion Theatre

Welcome to Zeiterion Theatre, a historic Vaudeville-era performing arts center nestled in downtown New Bedford, Massachusetts. With a capacity of approximately 1,200, it's home to the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra and the New Bedford Festival Theatre, hosting touring artists and dynamic local productions. We’ve got you covered with seating details, parking, transit options, and nearby hotels and dining to help you secure your tickets with ease.

Seating and venue notes: Seating charts are available within each event’s Tickets flow on the Zeiterion site, so you can view exact great seats availability and select your preferred spot. Whether you’re two rows from the stage or closer to the balcony, you’ll find a range of options to fit your plans. The historic charm of Zeiterion adds character to every performance, making it a must-visit cultural hub in New Bedford.

Plan your trip: The Zeiterion sits in downtown New Bedford, with convenient parking, transit access, and nearby lodging and dining. Read on for practical details to secure your seats and make the most of your visit.

Parking is straightforward: the Zeiterion Parking Garage sits adjacent to the venue with event rates around the best available price. The garage entrance is on Acushnet Avenue. Metered street parking is also available if you prefer to park nearby. For transportation, the venue is easily accessible from downtown New Bedford with SRTA bus routes and other downtown transit options serving guests traveling from surrounding areas.

Nearby hotels and dining: Stay within walking distance or a short ride from the venue at downtown properties and nearby lodging options. For dining, you’ll find a range of eateries and casual spots nearby to enjoy before or after shows. We recommend checking affiliate partner suggestions for hotel and restaurant bookings to secure the best options during your visit.

Notable moments and resident companies: Zeiterion is home to the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra and the New Bedford Festival Theatre. The venue has a storied history, with renovations that preserved its vaudeville-era charm. A highlight from recent years includes notable performances and a continued role as a key cultural hub in New Bedford.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.
  • Capacity: approximately 1,200 seats (historic 1,200-seat hall).
  • Venue type: historic Vaudeville-era performing arts center; home to resident companies New Bedford Symphony Orchestra and New Bedford Festival Theatre.
  • Seating chart: seat maps are viewable within each event's Tickets flow on the Zeiterion site (see Tickets -> view seat map).
  • Parking: adjacent Zeiterion Parking Garage with event rate around $5; parking garage entrance on Acushnet Avenue; metered street parking also available.
  • Transit: located in downtown New Bedford with nearby SRTA bus access and downtown transit options.
  • Nearby hotels: Downtown lodging options including New Bedford Harbor Hotel (Ascend Collection) and other downtown properties.
  • Notable events hosted: NB Symphony Orchestra, NB Festival Theatre, and touring artists; grand reopening in January 2026 featured Dulcé Sloan, NB Symphony Orchestra, and NB Festival Theatre.
  • Renamed/demolished: not demolished; historically renamed over time (e.g., originally Zeiterion Theatre; later State Theatre; currently Zeiterion Performing Arts Center after renovations).