Plan Your Visit

Founded in 1977, American Stage is the Tampa Bay Area’s longest-running, most critically-acclaimed professional live theatre. Nestled in the heart of Downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, American Stage performs out of Raymond James Theatre at St. Petersburg College, just steps away from excellent waterfront dining options, world-class museums, a lively shopping district, and plush accommodations.

163 3rd Street North St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Front Entrance is located through the automatic doors for the SPC Downtown Center on
3rd Street S across the street from Williams Park.

The American Stage Box Office is located on the first floor of the SPC Downtown Center directly in front of the entrance. Box Office hours are 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Tuesday - Saturday, as well as two hours before each show time.

The lobby for our Raymond James Theater is located on the second floor. There are both stairs and elevator access to the immediate left of the Box Office, as well as restrooms on both floors.

Parking in the Neighborhood

Sundial/MidCore Parking Garage:  Entrance located at 117 2nd St North, 2 blocks from the theatre.

2nd Avenue N. Public Parking Lot: Gravel lot located at 231 2nd Ave North, across the street from the theatre.

Street parking:  Available along 1st and 2nd Avenues North and 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Streets North. Metered hours vary.

Handicapped Parking: Available on 2nd Ave North across the street from the theatre.

Drop-Off/Loading Parking: 15-minute parking available on 3rd St North directly in front of the theatre.

For more downtown St. Pete parking visit Discover Downtown.

Please note that all rates and fees are subject to change per lot proprietor.

From Tampa
  • I-275 South to Exit 22/I-175
  • I-175 East to Dali Blvd.
  • Straight on Dali Blvd to 3rd Street
  • Left on 3rd Street to 2nd Avenue North (7 blocks)
  • American Stage is on the right.
From Sarasota/Bradenton
  • I-275 North to Exit 22/I-175
  • I-175 East to Dali Blvd.
  • Straight on Dali Blvd to 3rd Street
  • Left on 3rd Street to 2nd Avenue North (7 blocks)
  • American Stage is on the right.
From Clearwater & North Pinellas
  • US 19 South to 1st Avenue South
  • Left on 1st Avenue South to 3rd Street (31 blocks)
  • Left on 3rd Street to 2nd Avenue North (3 blocks)
  • American Stage is on the right.

Transit & Park-n-Ride Options

Restaurants & Hotels

American Stage is conveniently located near some of St. Pete’s best restaurants.  May we recommend…

Restaurants

Birch & Vine (The Birchwood)
Mon - Thurs 5 PM - 10 PM | Fri 11 AM - 4 PM ,5 PM - 10 PM | Sat & Sun 10 AM - 4 PM, 4 PM - 10 PM | Hotel | ~0.5 mi.
340 Beach Dr NE, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Stylish casual‑fine dining on Beach Drive.

The Scott (Cordova Inn)
Sun - Mon, 8 AM - 10 PM | Hotel | ~0.2 mi
253 2nd Ave N |  St. Petersburg, FL 33701
A cozy, elegant lobby café by day and craft-cocktail lounge by night. Known for standout espresso martinis, paninis, and a warm local vibe.

Juno & The Peacock
Weekdays 11 AM - 10 PM & Weekends 10 AM - 10 PM| Seafood/ American | ~0.4 mi
400 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Upscale coastal cuisine with inventive dishes and cocktails, overlooking North Straub Park—ideal for brunch or dinner after the theatre.

Gratzzi Italian Grille Sun - Thurs 5 PM - 9 PM | Fri & Sat 5 PM - 10 PM | Italian | ~0.4 mi  
211 2nd St S (2nd Ave South) | Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Popular Italian at 211 2nd St S, from the theatre.

The Hanger Restaurant & Flight Lounge
Sun - Mon 8 AM - 9 PM | Brunch / Upscale American  | ~0.8 mi
540 1st St S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 (2nd Floor of Albert Whitted Airport)
Aviation-themed dining with a fun vibe; great for brunch or dinner. Weekly Jazz shows on Monday nights.

Parkshore Grill
Mon - Thurs 11 AM - 9:30 PM | Fri & Sat 11 AM - 10:30 PM | Sun 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM | Steakhouse | ~0.4 mi
300 Beach Dr NE, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Upscale modern‑American on Beach Drive, excellent seafood & steaks.

Hotels

Courtyard by Marriott – Downtown St. Petersburg
300 4th Street N  |  St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(0.2 miles from American Stage)

The Cordova Inn
253 2nd Avenue N  |  St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(0.5 miles from American Stage)

Hampton Inn & Suites – Downtown St. Petersburg
80 Beach Drive NE  |  St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(0.3 miles from American Stage)

Hilton St. Petersburg – Bayfront
333 1st Street S  |  St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(0.6 miles from American Stage)

The Vinoy® Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club
501 5th Avenue NE  |  St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(0.8 miles from American Stage)

Accessibility

At American Stage we are committed to making theatre accessible to all members of our community.  The Raymond James Theatre is fully ADA-compliant, featuring accessible entrances, restrooms, and seating.  Listening devices are available upon request for each performance.

Services for people with mobility disabilities:

  • Wheelchair accessible seats in our Raymond James Theatre
  • Accessible parking spaces available in front of the theatre
  • Wheelchair accessible restrooms in all of our lobbies

Services for people who are deaf or hard-of-hearing:

  • Complimentary assistive hearing devices available upon request
  • Services for people who are blind or have low-vision
  • Dedicated curb-to-seat assistance on request

If you or a member of your party will require accessibility assistance, please contact the Box Office at 727.823.7529.

Raymond James Theatre

A 182-seat state-of-the-art performance facility located in St. Petersburg, Florida, overlooking Williams Park, the Raymond James Theatre was built in conjunction with St. Petersburg College and hosts American Stage productions year-round.

Designed to provide the best professional, live theater experience in Tampa Bay, the Raymond James Theatre provides comfortable, world-class accommodations.

Mainstage performances:
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7PM
Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM
Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm

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or call American Stage’s Box Office
at 727-823-PLAY (7529)