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Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center: Dayton's Premier Venue

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Experience world-class performances and stunning architecture at Dayton's premier performing arts venue, the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Center.

The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, a landmark in Dayton, Ohio, opened in 2003 and has since hosted millions of guests. Designed by architect César Pelli, the Schuster Center is home to the Winsupply Theatre, Mathile Theatre, and the Kettering Wintergarden, offering a diverse range of performances and events.

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Local tips

  • Check the Dayton Live website for the most up-to-date schedule of events and performances.
  • Consider arriving early to explore the Kettering Wintergarden and enjoy a coffee at the Starbucks café located within the Schuster Center.
  • The best place to drop off a passenger is at the Second Street entrance nearest the drop-off zone closest to Main Street.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From anywhere in downtown Dayton, the Schuster Center is easily accessible on foot. It is located at 1 W 2nd St, at the corner of Second and Main Streets. Look for the distinctive glass-enclosed Wintergarden.

  • Public Transport

    The Schuster Center is located in downtown Dayton and is accessible via local bus routes. Check the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA) website for routes and schedules. A single fare is typically around $2.00.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Dayton. A short ride from anywhere in the downtown area to the Schuster Center will likely cost between $8 and $15, depending on demand and distance.

  • Parking

    Several parking options are available near the Schuster Center. The Arts Garage, located behind the Schuster Center at 107 N Ludlow St, offers covered parking. Other nearby garages include the Municipal Parking Garage at 123 W. 3rd St. Parking rates typically range from $10-$15 for event parking. Street parking is also available, but may be limited, and time restrictions may apply.

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The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center stands as a cultural cornerstone in downtown Dayton, offering a world-class venue for local, national, and international entertainment. Opened in February 2003, the Schuster Center was built on the former site of the Rike-Kumler department store and is named after philanthropists Dr. Benjamin Schuster and his wife, Marian, who donated $8 million to the project. The center boasts several performance and event spaces, including the 2,300-seat Winsupply Theatre (formerly Mead Theatre), the versatile Mathile Theatre, and the stunning Kettering Wintergarden, a glass-enclosed atrium featuring palm trees. The Wintergarden serves as a unique public space and has been described as the "public room" of the structure. The Schuster Center is the principal venue for the performing arts in Dayton, hosting a wide array of events, such as Broadway shows, concerts, ballet, and opera performances. It is home to the Dayton Philharmonic, Dayton Opera, and Dayton Ballet. In addition to performances, the Schuster Center offers space for meetings, weddings, parties, and other special events.

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