Performing Arts Center

Texas State University has jumped headlong into the big leagues with the addition of this multi-​million dollar Performing Arts Center to nurture and showcase their talent. It includes a 400-​seat auditorium, the Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre, where we saw the inaugural performance of the musical, Anything Goes, this weekend.
Clearly outstanding, Broadway-​worthy productions such as this deserve this professional venue. Not only is it equipped with state-​of-​the-​art technology, it’s architecturally beautiful and comfortable for patrons. Our seats were on the floor level, but the wrap-​around balcony is positioned so there isn’t a bad seat in the house. It’s an intimate setting, which is nice for connecting with the live shows, but it also means the shows sell out. Buy your tickets in advance online rather than driving out and chancing getting one at the door. Tickets for this performance ranged $ 15-​$ 18, for a total of $ 20 with the purchase fees. Such a deal that I’ll have no problem making the drive from Austin often with family and friends. Texas State Students get in for $ 8.
Right across the street is the Edward Gary Street Garage, built in tandem with the PAC to allow for easy parking. We paid $ 5 flat rate.
The PAC also houses a 300-​seat recital hall, rehearsal and classroom space, so there’s a lot more going on in that building than the shows. No wonder their programs are becoming nationally known.