Playhouse On The Square - Memphis Tickets

Playhouse On The Square - Memphis Tickets & Events

At the Cooper and Union corner in Midtown Memphis, Playhouse on the Square anchors the local theatre scene as the flagship stage of Circuit Playhouse, Inc.; Playhouse On The Square - Memphis tickets put you in an intimate, roughly 350-seat house for professional musicals, comedies, dramas, premieres, fundraisers, and special theatrical events.

This page covers everything you need to know before you go — from finding the right seats to getting there, navigating the venue, and buying with confidence.

About Playhouse On The Square - Memphis

Playhouse on the Square was founded in 1968 and moved into its current modern theatre facility at the corner of Cooper Street and Union Avenue in 2010. Owned and operated by Circuit Playhouse, Inc., it serves as the organization’s mainstage flagship in Midtown Memphis, with an intimate auditorium of approximately 350 seats oriented toward the stage.

The venue is one of Memphis’ most prominent professional resident regional theatres and a cornerstone of the Midtown Memphis arts community. Its season features professional live theatre, including musicals, comedies, dramas, world and regional premieres, fundraisers, and special theatrical events that span roughly late summer or fall through the following summer.

Located near Overton Square and the Cooper-Young neighborhood, Playhouse on the Square is known for professional productions in a close, stage-focused setting.

Location & Transportation

Playhouse on the Square is located at 66 Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104 — at the corner of Cooper Street and Union Avenue in Midtown Memphis near the Overton Square entertainment district.

Driving and Parking: Most patrons arrive by car. On-street parking and nearby lots serve the venue and the surrounding Overton Square district, including dedicated parking garages a short walk away. Arriving early is a smart move, especially when dining traffic and show-night crowds build around Cooper and Union.

Transit: Memphis Area Transit Authority bus routes serve the Union Avenue and Cooper Street corridors. Transit is available in the area, though driving remains the most common way patrons reach the theatre.

Rideshare: Rideshare drop-off and pickup are practical thanks to the Midtown location. The Cooper/Union corner and nearby Overton Square streets accommodate drop-offs, making rideshare a convenient option if you want to avoid parking.

Nearby Accommodation: Midtown Memphis offers lodging options for visitors who want to stay close to the theatre and the surrounding dining scene. Additional hotels are available in Downtown Memphis, a short drive from the venue.

Venue Navigation

Playhouse on the Square is an intimate, single-house professional theatre, so navigation is straightforward compared with larger multi-level venues. Understanding the entrance location and auditorium layout before arrival helps you get parked, checked in, and seated before curtain.

Entrances and Access: The main entrance faces the Cooper and Union corner in Midtown Memphis. Patrons enter near the street corner and proceed into the theatre for ticket verification and seating assistance.

Seating Levels: The auditorium is a single-level, stage-oriented theatre of roughly 350 seats. The layout focuses attention toward the mainstage, with front rows closest to the performance and center orchestra-level seating offering strong sightlines.

Getting to Your Section: Staff and ushers assist patrons to seats in the auditorium. Because the theatre is intimate, allow enough time to enter, locate your row, and get settled before the performance begins.

Dining Options

Inside Playhouse On The Square - Memphis

Concessions are typically available at performances, including beverages. For the smoothest experience, plan to arrive early if you want refreshments before the show, since lobby and concession areas are naturally busiest close to curtain time.

Outside the Venue — Overton Square and Cooper-Young

Playhouse on the Square sits steps from the Overton Square entertainment district and near the Cooper-Young neighborhood. Both areas offer a dense mix of restaurants, bars, and cafés, making it easy to pair a performance with dinner, drinks, or a post-show stop nearby.

Security & Policies

Playhouse On The Square - Memphis maintains security and venue policies that are updated regularly and may vary by event. Before attending, reviewing the current policy on the venue's official website is strongly recommended.

Entry Procedures: Digital and printed ticket verification at the door is standard for performances. Arriving with tickets ready to scan or present helps keep the entry process moving and gives you more time to find your seat before curtain.

Other Venues in the Memphis Area

Playhouse on the Square is part of a broader Memphis live-events scene that includes professional theatre, historic performing arts spaces, live music rooms, arenas, amphitheatres, and ballparks across Midtown and Downtown.

• The Circuit Playhouse Tickets — Midtown Memphis professional theatre operated by Circuit Playhouse, Inc.
• TheatreWorks Tickets — Smaller Memphis performance stage operated by Circuit Playhouse, Inc.
• Theatre Memphis Tickets — Longstanding Memphis community theatre
• Orpheum Theatre Tickets — Historic Downtown Memphis theatre hosting Broadway tours, concerts, and film
• The Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education Tickets — Downtown performing arts venue adjacent to the Orpheum
• FedExForum Tickets — Home of the Memphis Grizzlies (NBA); major Downtown arena hosting concerts and sports
• Cannon Center for the Performing Arts Tickets — Downtown concert hall and home to the Memphis Symphony Orchestra
• Minglewood Hall Tickets — Midtown Memphis live music venue
• Overton Park Shell Tickets — Historic outdoor amphitheatre in Midtown’s Overton Park
• AutoZone Park Tickets — Home of the Memphis Redbirds (Minor League Baseball); Downtown ballpark

How Much Do Tickets to Playhouse On The Square - Memphis Cost?

Playhouse On The Square - Memphis ticket prices vary significantly depending on the type of event, the production, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from plays and comedies to popular musicals and premieres.

For professional theatre productions, including musicals and plays, tickets are commonly around $25–$55. Prices can vary based on the production type, performance date, day of week, and overall demand, with musicals and premieres often attracting stronger interest.

Discounts are commonly available for students, seniors, and groups. If you are attending with several people, looking earlier gives you a better chance of finding seats together for the performance you want.

Buying earlier generally secures better seat selection, especially for popular musicals and premieres. As the performance date approaches and inventory narrows, the best remaining seats can become harder to find.

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Playhouse On The Square - Memphis Seating Guide

Playhouse on the Square offers an intimate, stage-focused seating experience in a single-level auditorium of roughly 350 seats. Because the room is designed around professional theatre, your choice of row and position can shape how close you feel to the performance.

Best Seats at Playhouse On The Square - Memphis

• Best value: Seats farther back in the auditorium can offer a clear, centered view of the stage while keeping you connected to the full production.
• Closest to the action: Front rows nearest the stage provide the most immediate view of the performers, staging, and theatrical detail.
• Best overall experience: Center orchestra-level seating typically offers the strongest balance of sightline, proximity, and overall stage perspective in a theatre of this scale.
• For groups: Group sales are commonly available for productions, and choosing seats early helps larger parties find better options together.

Playhouse On The Square - Memphis Seating Chart

You can view an interactive seating map for Playhouse On The Square - Memphis events directly on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com while browsing available listings. The map lets you compare sections side by side, check row depth and distance from the stage, and see real-time pricing for what's currently available — all before committing to a purchase.

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Getting Ready for Your Playhouse On The Square - Memphis Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical steps make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at a Midtown theatre near the Overton Square dining and entertainment district.

• Download your tickets before you leave. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before departing so you're ready at the entrance without needing a signal.
• Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard, and your phone is your entry. A portable battery pack is worth having for a full evening.
• Arrive early. Give yourself time to park in the Overton Square district, check in, and be seated before curtain.
• Wear the right footwear. Playhouse on the Square is a standard indoor theatre setting with minimal terrain concerns, so comfortable shoes are enough for walking from nearby parking or dining spots.
• Dress in layers. The venue is indoors and climate-controlled, and a light layer is advisable for auditorium comfort.
• Build extra time into your transit plan. Parking and dining activity around Overton Square can add time before a performance, so plan your arrival with the curtain time in mind.
• Know your entrance. The main entrance is at the Cooper/Union corner, which makes arrival simple once you reach the theatre.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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