The Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center opened in 2011 and is located in downtown Florence. Its main elements include the 849-seat Mainstage Theatre with a unique automated orchestra shell, the 100-seat BlackBox Theatre, and an academic wing with classrooms, offices, and rehearsal spaces for the Department of Fine Arts Music Industry degree. The surrounding grounds include the 500-seat Truist Amphitheatre and the Beverly Hazelwood and Starr Ward Garden Courtyard. FMU’s Music Industry program, a division of the Department of Fine Arts, is housed at the PAC along with offices for the Florence Symphony Orchestra and the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation. The PAC is home to a variety of cultural and civic events throughout the year, including the popular Spotlight Series and performances by the Resident Companies. Spaces are also available for rentals by the public.
The best choice for PAC parking is the City Parking Complex, located across Cheves Street from the PAC facility. The complex is accessible from Irby and Dargan Streets, and it’s FREE! Other parking may be available at nearby locations on certain days, and on Dargan Street in front of the building. Accessible, labeled parking is located on the West Cheves Street side of the PAC.
Accessible seating is available inside the PAC. Contact our ticket office with your needs and concerns, and we will be happy to assist.
For assisted listening devices, please see an usher upon your arrival.
Concession items are available for purchase prior to performances and during intermissions. In some instances, beverages are allowed in the theatre in an official Performing Arts Center container (also available for purchase). Food is not allowed inside the theatres.
Accessible seating is available inside the PAC. Contact our ticket office with your needs and concerns, and we will be happy to assist. For assisted listening devices, please see an usher upon your arrival.
All patrons, young or old, need a ticket to attend shows at the PAC. Because small children often have needs that live entertainment cannot fulfill, and to make sure all of our patrons enjoy the show, we strongly recommend that children 5 years or younger do not attend most PAC shows.