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Tucked inside the Nadine McGuire Theatre and Dance Pavilion on the University of Florida campus, the Black Box Theatre is Gainesville’s intimate home for bold, up-close performance. Located at 1800 McCarty Drive, the flexible space adapts to each production, with seating and stage configurations that can shift from proscenium to thrust to in-the-round. The result is clear sightlines, crisp acoustics and a creative canvas for directors, choreographers and designers, supported by modern lighting and sound.
Expect a season that mixes premieres by emerging voices, student showcases, devised work, visiting-artist residencies and contemporary dance. Because the layout changes show to show, plan to arrive early to find your seat and review any day-of policies on bags, photography and late seating. The venue’s campus setting makes it convenient to public transit and nearby parking, and accessible seating is typically available, though offerings vary by event. Whether you love experimental theatre, intimate drama or cutting-edge movement, this Gainesville venue rewards curious fans with immersive storytelling and memorable, close-knit energy.
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