Seating at the Arden
*The seating in both the F. Otto Haas and Arcadia stages are reconfigurable, meaning that the layout may be subject to change at any time.
We cannot guarantee the same seat across multiple productions, but we will always take into account any seating needs that must be met when selecting your seats to provide you with a comparable experience.
Below are examples of what our seating configurations may look like, and how to interpret them when purchasing tickets online.
F. Otto Haas Stage Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Seats:
Section A, Row 1, Seats 1 and 4
Section B, Row 1, Seats 1 and 4
Section C, Row 1, Seats 1 and 4
Arcadia Stage Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Seats:
Row 1, Seats 1, 7, 8, 14
First Time at the Arden?
Welcome! The following Frequently Asked Questions may be most helpful.
Have more questions? Visit the dedicated FAQs page on our website.
Still looking for an answer? Speak with our Box Office over the phone at 215.922.1122 or via email at boxofficer@ardentheatre.org.
How can I purchase tickets?
Tickets to Arden productions should only be purchased through the following channels:
Online: Through the Arden website, ardentheatre.org.
By Phone: Through our Box Office, at 215.922.1122
In Person: Through our Box Office at 40 N 2nd Street, or the TKTS booth at the Independence Visitor Center at 599 Market Street.
Is your online ordering process safe?
Yes, absolutely. Any information provided at the time of purchase (name, address, credit card number) is safely encrypted in our ticketing software.
How do I know which seats to select to meet my needs?
Though these configurations change, accessible seating for wheelchair users will always be available in Row 1 of either theater. Removable seating and adjacent companion seats are notated on our seating maps with a light blue background. If you have difficulty with stairs, or hearing/vision loss, select seats in lower-numbered rows to be closer to the stage.
Aisle seats are always those nearest to where row numbers are listed on the map.
If you would like assistance in selecting the best seat location for you, contact our Box Office at 215.922.1122.
What other accessible services are available at the Arden?
The Arden is determined to be a theatre for everybody. We offer a variety of services, including: Accessible Seating, Open Captioning, Audio Description, American Sign Language Interpretation, Sensory Tools, among other services.
Further information on our offered services is available on the Accessibility page of our website.
When will I receive my tickets?
It depends on how you opted to receive them.
Via Mail: Will be put in the mail the same day, and should arrive to you within a few days.
Via Email: Will be sent to your email address on file two (2) days before your performance
At Will Call: Will be available to pick up at the Box Office 1 hour prior to the start of your show
How long is the performance? Is there an intermission?
Runtimes will vary from show to show, but they will always be available on our website on each show’s individual page. Signage will also be posted on the box office windows and select TV monitors in the lobby.
Information on any intermissions will be included as part of the runtime.