Pittsburgh Musical Theater

Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Musical Theater

July 8 2026
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Overview

Getting To and From

Inside the Venue

Onsite Accessibility

Our Guidelines

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About

Pittsburgh Musical Theater (PMT) is a professional musical-theater company and conservatory whose home is the historic Gargaro Theater at 327 South Main Street in Pittsburgh's West End — a 1915 former school building (renamed in 2015 for founding artistic director Kenneth V. Gargaro) billed as "Pittsburgh's Off-Broadway venue." The same address hosts PMT's outdoor West End Canopy (home of Evil Dead The Musical), while larger productions play the 1,300-seat Byham Theater downtown. PMT offers accessibility services — American Sign Language interpretation (with at least four weeks' notice), assistive listening devices at Byham performances, and large-print and electronic programs — coordinated by its Audience Services Manager and Accessibility Coordinator. The organization notes that its historic West End building currently has limited physical accessibility and asks patrons with access needs to contact it in advance.

Getting To and From

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes	Additional Info / Things to Know
On Site Parking Garage or Lot	Yes	Yes	There is much on street parking available - most of which is free after 6pm. We also have an onsite lot, but it fills up very quickly. Please be prepared to find alternate parking: Street parking on S Main Street Lot and street parking on Alexander Street Onsite parking at PMT	If you park in an illegal space or lot, vehicles can and will be towed at owner's expense. Pittsburgh Musical Theater, its employees, affiliates, partners, etc. are not held liable.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share	No	No
Off site Parking	Yes	Yes	Metered street parking is available on South Main Street (fees may or may not apply depending on the time of day). Alexander Street has much on-street parking, most of it free after 6 p.m. Vehicles in illegal spaces or lots are towed at the owner's expense.	From downtown you can take PRT buses 31, 29, 27, or 26 (or the 38 from the opposite direction).
Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	PMT states it is "working to rapidly improve accessibility in our historic building" but "currently ha[s] limited access for students with developmental and/or physical disabilities." No accessible-entrance details are published; contact the Accessibility Coordinator, Amber Kocher, at 412-539-0900 x232 before your visit.
Site Map/Floorplan

Inside the Venue

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes	Additional Info / Things to Know
Dedicated Accessible Entrance	No	Yes
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors	No	No
Security Checkpoint	Yes	Yes	Oversized bags exceeding 12" x 12" x 6" are prohibited. Weapons, recording devices, drones, and pets (except service animals) are not permitted, and no outside food or beverages are allowed in any PMT venue.	Photographic, video, or sound recording is strictly prohibited. Latecomers are seated at an appropriate break or in an alternative location at management's discretion.
Use of Mobility Aids	Yes		PMT's home is a historic 1915 building with, by its own statement, currently limited physical accessibility. Specifics for mobility aids are not published; contact the Accessibility Coordinator, Amber Kocher, at 412-539-0900 x232 about mobility needs before attending.
Accessible Seating (Theater)	Yes		Accessible seating is not specified for the West End (Gargaro) building; contact the Accessibility Coordinator, Amber Kocher, at 412-539-0900 x232 to arrange it. For PMT performances at the Byham Theater downtown, accessibility (including accessible seating and assistive listening) is handled by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.	Performance services offered: American Sign Language interpretation (request at least four weeks in advance, subject to interpreter availability), assistive listening devices at Byham Theater performances upon request, large-print programs at all performances, and electronic/mobile programs via QR code or link.

Location

327 S Main St, Pittsburgh, PA 15220

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
On Site Parking Garage or Lot	Yes	Yes	There is much on street parking available - most of which is free after 6pm. We also have an onsite lot, but it fills up very quickly. Please be prepared to find alternate parking: Street parking on S Main Street Lot and street parking on Alexander Street Onsite parking at PMT	If you park in an illegal space or lot, vehicles can and will be towed at owner's expense. Pittsburgh Musical Theater, its employees, affiliates, partners, etc. are not held liable.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share	No	No
Off site Parking	Yes	Yes	Metered street parking is available on South Main Street (fees may or may not apply depending on the time of day). Alexander Street has much on-street parking, most of it free after 6 p.m. Vehicles in illegal spaces or lots are towed at the owner's expense.	From downtown you can take PRT buses 31, 29, 27, or 26 (or the 38 from the opposite direction).
Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	PMT states it is "working to rapidly improve accessibility in our historic building" but "currently ha[s] limited access for students with developmental and/or physical disabilities." No accessible-entrance details are published; contact the Accessibility Coordinator, Amber Kocher, at 412-539-0900 x232 before your visit.
Site Map/Floorplan

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
Dedicated Accessible Entrance	No	Yes
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors	No	No
Security Checkpoint	Yes	Yes	Oversized bags exceeding 12" x 12" x 6" are prohibited. Weapons, recording devices, drones, and pets (except service animals) are not permitted, and no outside food or beverages are allowed in any PMT venue.	Photographic, video, or sound recording is strictly prohibited. Latecomers are seated at an appropriate break or in an alternative location at management's discretion.
Use of Mobility Aids	Yes		PMT's home is a historic 1915 building with, by its own statement, currently limited physical accessibility. Specifics for mobility aids are not published; contact the Accessibility Coordinator, Amber Kocher, at 412-539-0900 x232 about mobility needs before attending.
Accessible Seating (Theater)	Yes		Accessible seating is not specified for the West End (Gargaro) building; contact the Accessibility Coordinator, Amber Kocher, at 412-539-0900 x232 to arrange it. For PMT performances at the Byham Theater downtown, accessibility (including accessible seating and assistive listening) is handled by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.	Performance services offered: American Sign Language interpretation (request at least four weeks in advance, subject to interpreter availability), assistive listening devices at Byham Theater performances upon request, large-print programs at all performances, and electronic/mobile programs via QR code or link.

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
Restrooms	No	Yes
Elevators	No	No
On-Site Dining	Yes	Yes	Concessions are offered before shows and during intermission. No outside food or beverages are permitted in any PMT venue.	Drinks and snacks are available to purchase prior to the show and during intermission.
Theater, Auditorium, etc. (Museum)	Yes	Yes	Pittsburgh Musical Theater is a professional musical-theater company and conservatory. Its home is the historic Gargaro Theater (327 South Main Street, West End) — "Pittsburgh's Off-Broadway venue" — alongside the outdoor West End Canopy at the same address; larger productions play the 1,300-seat Byham Theater downtown (101 6th Street).	Box office: 412-539-0900 (West End Canopy, ext. 232). Tickets for Gargaro Theater and Byham Theater performances are sold through the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust box office at 412-456-6666. Email info@pittsburghmusicals.com.

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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