Philip Chosky Theatre at Carnegie Mellon University

Plan your visit

The theater is in the Purnell Center for the Arts on CMU’s Pittsburgh campus at 5000 Forbes Avenue. Confirm the production date, performance time, ticket availability, and any content or sensory advisories on the School of Drama event page. Paid visitor parking is available in the East Campus Garage; limited permit-only accessible parking is behind Purnell in the Warner Hall lot.

Accessibility

The Purnell Center has wheelchair-accessible routes and an accessible first-floor restroom, and elevators connect its public levels. Limited accessible parking is available behind the building for vehicles with a state-issued plate or placard. Contact the box office ahead of the performance for accessible seating, companion seating, or other accommodations.

About Philip Chosky Theatre at Carnegie Mellon University

The Philip Chosky Theater is Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama’s premier performance venue inside the Purnell Center for the Arts. The flexible theater accommodates up to 450 patrons and supports the school’s public season of plays, musicals, dance, opera, and other large-scale student productions.

Venue policies

Tickets

Use the official School of Drama event page; popular performances may sell out.

Arrival

Review the event page for start time, run time, and any waitlist instructions.

Advisories

Check the production page for content and sensory advisories.

Parking

Visitor parking rates and availability can change; accessible spaces require a valid permit.