We've Moved!

Villanova Theatre has recently moved into our new home in the brand-new, state-of-the-art John and Joan Mullen Center for the Performing Arts. For information on our new venue, click here.

Driving Directions

Getting here is easy! Villanova Theatre is located on Villanova's main campus, near the corner of Ithan Avenue and Lancaster Avenue. Paid parking is available in the Ithan Avenue Garage (I-1) next to the theater. It can be accessed from Ithan Avenue or from Lancaster Avenue. Please click below to open specific driving directions.

From New York and New England

Take the New Jersey Turnpike (I-95) to Exit 6 (Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-276)). Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-276) Westbound to Exit 20 (Mid-County Interchange I-476 South/Chester). Follow I-476 South to Exit 13 (Villanova/St. Davids). At the bottom of ramp turn right and proceed east on Lancaster Avenue (US-30) for just over a mile to Ithan Avenue and turn right. Proceed half a block south on Ithan Avenue and the Ithan Avenue Parking Garage will be on your left.

From the West

Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-76) to Exit 326 (Valley Forge). Take I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) to Exit 331A (I-476 South/Chester). Follow I-476 South to Exit 13 (Villanova/St. Davids). At the bottom of ramp turn right and proceed east on Lancaster Avenue (US-30) for just over a mile to Ithan Avenue and turn right. Proceed half a block south on Ithan Avenue and the Ithan Avenue Parking Garage will be on your left.

From the South

Parking

Paid parking is available in the Ithan Avenue Garage (I-1) conveniently located right next to the Mullen Center for the Performing Arts. This garage can be accessed from Ithan Avenue or from Lancaster Avenue.

Upon entry, you must obtain a ticket at the gate. Before exiting the garage, payment (cash or credit) must be made using the machine, located by the Main Pedestrian Entrance/Exit on Floor 2, in order to validate the ticket. Exit Lanes only accept credit.

Parking Rates and information

I-1 Garage Visitor Parking Rates

Time	Cost
0-1 hours	FREE
1-2 hours	$2.00
2-4 hours	$5.00
4-6 hours	$7.00
6-12 hours	$10.00
12-24 hours	$20.00
Lost Ticket	$50.00

Train

Located centrally on Lancaster Avenue, Villanova University has two stops located directly on campus. Please click below to learn more public transit options.

Regional Rail

Take AMTRAK to 30th Street Station in Center City Philadelphia. Take SEPTA's Regional Rail Line, the Paoli/Thorndale line (Paoli Local) to Villanova Station - located directly on campus. When you leave the train, take the pedestrian tunnel under the tracks and walk straight through the walkway under Mendel Science Center. Walk towards the church until you get to the walkway to the church. If facing Lancaster Avenue, follow this path to the left. Continue past the cemetery and Doughtery Hall, and continue straight to Vasey Hall.

Suburban Rail

SEPTA's Route 100 Line travels between Norristown and 69th Street Terminal. You may get on or off the Route 100 trolley at the Villanova Stop. Walk up toward the St. Thomas of Villanova Church, crossing Lancaster Avenue. At the top of the first set of steps in front of the Church, turn right and walk past the cemetery on your left (follow signs to the Office of University Admission).

Public Transit Details

Accessibility

The theatre is wheelchair accessible. When ordering tickets, please inform the Box Office if you need assistance with wheelchair seating.

Around the Area

Looking for a place to eat before the show or grab a cup of coffee? Villanova University offers numerous places to grab a bite. Most conveniently located is the Refectory in the Commons, which is directly across the street from the theater. Here you'll find a wide variety of food selections, as well as Holy Grounds the on-campus coffee shop. For more options, click on the mug icon to see a list of area restaurants.

Show Time

Evening performances begin promptly at 8pm. Matinee performances begin promptly at 2pm. We recommend that you plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early to account for parking and traffic. Unclaimed tickets may be re-sold once the show begins. Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the house manager.

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Questions about planning your visit? Drop us a line to find out more!

You may contact the box office by clicking on the button to the right to access our contact form. Please also feel free to contact the box office at 610.519.7474 or mullenboxoffice@villanova.edu.

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