McDonald Theatre

1010 Willamette Street
Eugene, OR 97402

541-345-4442

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The McDonald Theatre is a local landmark that offers a diverse spectrum of events. Nationally touring acts perform here as well as local bands. The space hosts everything from private weddings and high school proms to local children's stage performances. Non-profit organizations are encouraged to produce fundraising events, lectures, and presentations at the theatre. In short, this venue supports its community.

SEATING

In order to create a comfortable, yet exciting live concert atmosphere, The McDonald Theatre maintains a variety of seating configurations depending on the performance, such as:

• Limited Seating Dance Hall Concerts: Rather than confine guests to seats for concerts featuring bands with danceable tunes, the seats closest to the stage are removed to allow free flow of movement and dancing! The balcony features one to two bars and is available to everyone 21 years of age or older. With the orchestra seating removed, the space can accommodate up to 1300 guests.
• General Admission Seated Concert/Events: All seats are in position up to the stage, with seating available on a first come, first seated basis. For seated concerts, the balcony is available to anyone 21 years of age or older. (Total seating capacity 800.) For other events (in which alcohol is not served), the balcony is available to all ages.
• Reserved Seating Concert: All seats are in position up to the stage, with seating determined at the time of ticket purchase. The balcony is available to all ages.

ADMISSION

Theatre doors generally open one hour prior to the announced performance time. The McDonald Theatre reserves the right to refuse admission or remove from the facility disruptive individuals.

Because most, but not all concerts feature an opening act, please plan to arrive soon after doors open. Times may be subject to change.

Ticket pricing varies with performances.

ACCESSIBILITY

The main floor is accessible to patrons using wheelchairs. If you need special accommodations, please call (541) 345-4442.

SMOKING

The McDonald Theatre is a non-smoking facility. Smoking is permitted directly outside of The Lounge.

ABOUT THE MCDONALD THEATRE

When entering the McDonald Theatre building, one is immediately flooded with past memories of stage and screen performances because the 1928 building is loaded with historical memories and elements reflecting the days of yore.

This (comfortable, familiar yet exciting) feeling is one that the Kesey Family, who owns and operates the theatre, has worked hard to maintain. Their own childhood memories of past performances at The McDonald Theatre are very vivid. With an extensive background rich in both the arts and business, the Kesey Family combined the love of art with business savvy into a formation that manifests the new face of The McDonald Theatre.

Hence, The McDonald Theatre has evolved into a performing arts venue, rich in theatrical history with a desire to capture live artistic movements of the times.

In maintaining the historical ambiance of the theatre, an effort has been made to emphasize the importance of community involvement. The theatre creates a platform for artists of all ambitions, repertoires, and ages to be displayed.

Within a given week, one can attend a diverse spectrum of events, from mainstream reggae to a private wedding to a high school prom to a local children's stage performance. Non-profit organizations are encouraged to produce fundraising events, lectures, and presentations at the theatre, allowing The McDonald to generously give back to the community - a collection of diverse neighborhoods in and around the Eugene/Springfield area that has shown their continuous and kind support.

As downtown Eugene begins a revitalization campaign, The McDonald Theatre is proud to add a new piece of positive energy and vitality to the core downtown neighborhood. The influx of the public naturally spreads to other businesses and establishments in the area, benefiting all.

As the stage, screen, and live performances evolve with trends for the future, the McDonald Theatre is committed to providing a venue for the enhancement of the artistic arena.