Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh CLO

  • July 21 2026
  • Within Walking Distance
Overview
Getting To and From
Inside the Venue
Onsite Accessibility
Our Guidelines
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About
Pittsburgh CLO (Civic Light Opera) is a professional producing company best known for its summer Broadway musical season at the Benedum Center (719 Liberty Avenue) in downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District, along with its long-running CLO Cabaret at the Greer Cabaret Theater (655 Penn Avenue). Because these are Pittsburgh Cultural Trust venues, accessibility is provided by the Trust: wheelchair-accessible seating with companion seats (arranged when you buy so fixed seats can be removed), wheelchairs for the trip from entrance to seat, elevators at the Benedum Center and Byham Theater, accessible restrooms at each venue, free infrared assistive listening devices, and real-time captioning plus large-print and Braille programs at select shows, with guide dogs welcome. For accessibility requests, contact the Pittsburgh CLO hotline at 412-281-2822 or the box office at 412-456-6666, ideally at least two weeks ahead.
Getting To and From
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
On Site Parking Garage or Lot
Yes
No
The downtown venues do not have their own parking garage or lot; the Cultural Trust directs patrons to nearby partner garages instead (see Off Site Parking).
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share
Yes
Yes
Curbside wheelchair assistance is available upon arrival. Lyft is a Cultural Trust ride-share partner (promo code PITTCULTURAL). Public transit: Port Authority (PRT) buses are free within the downtown zone until 7 p.m., and the 'T' light rail is always free downtown.
Off site Parking
Yes
Yes
Nearby Cultural Trust garages include the Theater Square Garage and the K&L Gates Center Garage. Prepaid parking can be added by phone (412-456-6666) or during online checkout; real-time garage availability is at ParkPGH. Accessible/handicap parking specifics are not detailed on the site — contact the box office at 412-456-6666.
Accessible Entrance
Yes
Yes
At the Benedum Center, the Guest Services Center is to the right of the main entrance on Seventh Street, and curbside wheelchair assistance is available upon arrival; wheelchairs are provided for the trip from the entrance to your seat.
Site Map/Floorplan
No
No
Inside the Venue
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
Dedicated Accessible Entrance
Yes
Yes
No separate dedicated accessible entrance is documented; patrons use the main entrance, where curbside wheelchair assistance is available on arrival and a Guest Services Center (at the Benedum, right of the Seventh Street entrance) provides equipment and help.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors
Yes
Yes
Curbside wheelchair assistance is available at the main entrance and an elevator reaches all levels inside the Benedum Center. Automatic/power doors are not specifically described on the site.
Security Checkpoint
No
No
Use of Mobility Aids
Yes
Yes
Wheelchair seating is available — notify the ticket representative at purchase so fixed seats can be removed beforehand. Wheelchairs are provided for the transition from the entrance to your seat, and doormen and ushers assist at performances. Personal mobility devices are accommodated. Registered guide dogs are gladly accommodated — please inquire when buying tickets.
Accessible Seating (Theater)
Yes
Yes
Accessible/wheelchair seating with companion seats is available; arrange it when purchasing (online, by phone at 412-456-6666, or in person). At the Benedum Center a wheelchair platform is located at the back of the Orchestra (main) level, with additional accessible seating on the balcony level. Select shows also offer real-time captioning to handheld devices, free infrared assistive listening devices, and large-print and Braille programs; sign-language interpretation and audio description are provided at select performances (largely the PNC Broadway series) with about two weeks' notice.

Getting To and From

Find essential details on parking, drop-off points, and accessibility to make your visit smooth and hassle-free.
Check the table below for more information.
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
On Site Parking Garage or Lot
Yes
No
The downtown venues do not have their own parking garage or lot; the Cultural Trust directs patrons to nearby partner garages instead (see Off Site Parking).
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share
Yes
Yes
Curbside wheelchair assistance is available upon arrival. Lyft is a Cultural Trust ride-share partner (promo code PITTCULTURAL). Public transit: Port Authority (PRT) buses are free within the downtown zone until 7 p.m., and the 'T' light rail is always free downtown.
Off site Parking
Yes
Yes
Nearby Cultural Trust garages include the Theater Square Garage and the K&L Gates Center Garage. Prepaid parking can be added by phone (412-456-6666) or during online checkout; real-time garage availability is at ParkPGH. Accessible/handicap parking specifics are not detailed on the site — contact the box office at 412-456-6666.
Accessible Entrance
Yes
Yes
At the Benedum Center, the Guest Services Center is to the right of the main entrance on Seventh Street, and curbside wheelchair assistance is available upon arrival; wheelchairs are provided for the trip from the entrance to your seat.
Site Map/Floorplan
No
No

Inside the Venue

Get to know what to expect indoors—from seating layouts to restrooms and concessions.
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
Dedicated Accessible Entrance
Yes
Yes
No separate dedicated accessible entrance is documented; patrons use the main entrance, where curbside wheelchair assistance is available on arrival and a Guest Services Center (at the Benedum, right of the Seventh Street entrance) provides equipment and help.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors
Yes
Yes
Curbside wheelchair assistance is available at the main entrance and an elevator reaches all levels inside the Benedum Center. Automatic/power doors are not specifically described on the site.
Security Checkpoint
No
No
Use of Mobility Aids
Yes
Yes
Wheelchair seating is available — notify the ticket representative at purchase so fixed seats can be removed beforehand. Wheelchairs are provided for the transition from the entrance to your seat, and doormen and ushers assist at performances. Personal mobility devices are accommodated. Registered guide dogs are gladly accommodated — please inquire when buying tickets.
Accessible Seating (Theater)
Yes
Yes
Accessible/wheelchair seating with companion seats is available; arrange it when purchasing (online, by phone at 412-456-6666, or in person). At the Benedum Center a wheelchair platform is located at the back of the Orchestra (main) level, with additional accessible seating on the balcony level. Select shows also offer real-time captioning to handheld devices, free infrared assistive listening devices, and large-print and Braille programs; sign-language interpretation and audio description are provided at select performances (largely the PNC Broadway series) with about two weeks' notice.

Onsite Accessibility

Learn about ramps, elevators, restrooms, and other accessible features available during your visit
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible restrooms are available at each venue. The Benedum Center has two accessible single-user restrooms on the Orchestra level, plus an adult changing table in the accessible restroom in the Clark Extension and a lactation room on the Promenade level.
Elevators
Yes
Yes
Elevators are available at the Benedum Center and the Byham Theater. At the Benedum, the elevator is to the right of the main lobby and reaches all levels (recently renovated to be faster and more spacious).
On-Site Dining
Yes
Yes
The Benedum Center has lobby bars for beverage service (water cups are available at the bars and some restrooms). The CLO Cabaret at the Greer Cabaret Theater offers food and beverage service.
Theater, Auditorium, etc. (Museum)
Yes
Yes
Pittsburgh CLO (Civic Light Opera) is a professional musical-theater company. Its main season plays the Benedum Center (719 Liberty Avenue, Cultural District), and its CLO Cabaret runs at the Greer Cabaret Theater (655 Penn Avenue); it occasionally uses the Byham Theater. All are Pittsburgh Cultural Trust venues. Contacts: Pittsburgh CLO hotline 412-281-2822; box office / Cultural District Guest Services 412-456-6666 (Theater Square Box Office, 655 Penn Avenue). Accessibility requests are best made at least two weeks ahead.
Our Guidelines
1. Make Accessibility Info Easy to Find - Dedicated Website Accessibility Page

Clearly post detailed accessibility information online, covering parking, entrances, interior pathways, site plans, and more.


2. Include All Mobility Devices

Consider walkers, canes, crutches — not just wheelchairs. Provide specifics for a variety of mobility needs. Include people who use different devices in the conversation.

3. Go Beyond ADA Compliance

ADA is the minimum. Strive for real-world accessibility through thoughtful design and ongoing improvements.

4. Visibility = Accessibility

If disabled visitors aren't present, barriers may exist. Transparency and preparation are the keys to inclusion. Empower everyone to attend.

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