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Visiting Benedum Center: what to know before you go
719 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States
Benedum Center is a theatre building in Pittsburgh, open since 1928, with room for about 2,800 people.
Of the 10 upcoming shows with a published time, 50% start at 7:30 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Tuesday and Thursday.
The busiest month ahead is February 2027, with 6 dates.
5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Metro / subway, Train and Bus stop); the nearest is Port Authority Wood Street Station, 70 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Capacity
- 2,800
- Opened
- 1928
- Address
- 719 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States
- Upcoming events
- 24
- Usual start time
- 7:30 PM
- Busiest days
- Tuesday, Thursday
Benedum Center, month by month
- November 20264 dates, including The Notebook (Touring), Drumline Live and Dr. Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- December 20263 dates, including Maybe Happy Ending (Touring), Straight No Chaser and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre w/ The Nutcracker
- January 20272 dates, including Sound Of Music (Touring) and The Sound of Music
- February 20276 dates, including Beetlejuice (Touring), Alice in Wonderland w/ Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and Death Becomes Her (Touring)
- March 20276 dates, including Phantom Of The Opera (Touring), The Phantom of the Opera and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
- April 20272 dates, including Roger Waters Presents LEGACY - A Pink Floyd Show and The Outsiders (Touring)
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Plays & Musicals (15), Dance (6) and Concerts (3).
Arriving by public transport
- Port Authority Wood Street StationMetro / subway70 m
1 min walk - Steel PlazaTrain340 m
4 min walk - Megabus @ David L Lawrence Convention CenterBus stop350 m
4 min walk - Greyhound BusBus stop570 m
7 min walk - Pittsburgh Union StationTrain710 m
9 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 70 m from the venue.
Next events at Benedum Center
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Plays & Musicals
Dr. Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Nov 24, 25, 27, 28, and 29, 2026
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Benedum Center: practical questions
How many people fit in Benedum Center?
Benedum Center has a capacity of about 2,800; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Benedum Center open?
Benedum Center opened in 1928.
What time do shows start at Benedum Center?
Usually at 7:30 PM (50% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Benedum Center?
Port Authority Wood Street Station (Metro / subway), 70 m away – about 1 min on foot.
Can I park near Benedum Center?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 70 m away.
What kind of events does Benedum Center host?
Upcoming dates by category: Plays & Musicals (15), Dance (6) and Concerts (3).
Which month has the most events at Benedum Center?
February 2027, with 6 dates, including Beetlejuice (Touring) and Alice in Wonderland w/ Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.
Which other venues are close to Benedum Center?
PPG Paints Arena (890 m), UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse (1.1 km), Citizens Live at The Wylie (840 m) and Club Cafe (1.9 km).
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