Here you’ll find helpful answers about tickets, seating, parking, and more — everything you need to make your visit to the Performing Arts Center smooth, fun, and unforgettable.
The PAC is located on the campus of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive. See Directions and Parking link on the left for maps and driving directions.
Parking is currently free Saturday and Sunday in the Sand Dollar lot adjacent to the Performing Arts Center. Free Parking is also available for BRAVO events.
For parking during the week you are required to park and pay in the parking garage accessed by coming through the first entrance to campus. Parking garage fees start at $1 for the first hour and increase in increments from there. See Directions and Parking link on the left for maps and driving directions. Parking Fee information.
For your convenience there are two 30-minute parking spaces located between the PAC and the Center for the Arts in the Sand Dollar parking lot for the purpose of purchasing tickets. If you have a valid ADA tag or license you may park in ADA designated spaces nearer the PAC to come in and make your purchase. Visitors will be ticketed if parked in other spaces in the lot. See location of 30-minute parking spaces.
The PAC offers several ticket buying options for your convenience. Tickets will be available online or by phone. The PAC Box Office will open one hour prior to scheduled ticketed events for assistance and in person purchases.
The PAC Box Office is open Monday-Thursday from 9a.m.-2:30p.m. and also one hour prior to scheduled ticketed events.
No cameras or video camcorders may be used during a PAC event. This includes cell phone cameras. Flash photography and/or videotaping of an event are strictly prohibited. Security officers will immediately confiscate all film and will escort violators from the event. Reentry will not be allowed. Video equipment may not be brought into the PAC unless you are a pre-approved media outlet. For media approval please call PAC Director Dr. Sara Baker at 361.825.3763 for the proper credentials.
No. We do not announce anything from the stage that is not directly related to the PAC performances.
As in most public places, shoes and shirt are required. It is not necessary to wear a tuxedo or evening gown to a performance, though you may dress formally if you like.
You will be seated on the back row of the floor were you were assigned until intermission unless otherwise specified.
There are no dining facilities at the PAC.
Lobbies open an hour and a half prior to the start of the event.
Yes. Water fountains and ticket counters are placed at an appropriate height for those in wheelchairs. Companion restrooms for those needing assistance are available as well. All other restrooms are equipped with special stalls. Wheelchair seating is available in all theaters. For Disability information and ticket sales call 361.825.ARTS (2787).
Ground was broken for the Performing Arts Center in November, 2002. The Center opened in April 2005.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
There is the H-E-B Performance Hall which seats 1350. There is also the possibility for chamber music performances within the Louise and John Chapman Lobby.
Yes. Tours must be arranged in advance by calling 361.825.ARTS (2787). No tours will be giving without prior notice.
The Division of Institutional Advancement at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is available to work with you on supporting the PAC through program development or facility needs.
Special discounts are available for many of our events, and we’d love to help you find the best option for you! For details on current offers or eligibility, please contact the Performing Arts Center Box Office — our team will be happy to assist you.