About this venue
The Palace Theatre Greensburg is a historic theatre and concert venue in downtown Greensburg, distinguished by French Renaissance-inspired architecture and preserved details from the era of classic American theatre palaces. Originally opened as a venue for vaudeville and silent films, it now accommodates approximately 1,367 guests and serves as one of the area's prominent stages for concerts, theatre, comedy, dance and other live performances.
The interior combines historic character with modernized performance infrastructure. Visitors can see restored murals, decorative features, marble details and other elements preserved from the original theatre, while contemporary lighting and sound systems support a wide range of productions. Seating extends across several levels, including loge and balcony sections, and the building offers air conditioning along with refreshment facilities available for many events.
The theatre is located at 21 West Otterman Street, Greensburg, United States, directly across from the Westmoreland County Courthouse. The nearby Robert A. Bell Garage, surface lots and street parking provide several parking options within walking distance, while convenient passenger drop-off is available directly in front of the theatre. For wider connections and transportation around Greensburg, the city overview below provides additional information.
About the city
Greensburg, a city in western Pennsylvania, is a regional cultural and entertainment center offering concerts, theater performances, festivals, and other events. The Palace Theatre is one of the city's most recognizable stages, while the Seton Hill Performing Arts Center and programs in St. Clair Park further expand the range of entertainment. The compact downtown area makes it easy to combine an event visit with restaurants, cafés, and other amenities in the city center.
For travel around the city and surrounding communities, the Westmoreland Transit bus system plays an important role, with routes from the Greensburg Transit Center connecting Greensburg with numerous destinations throughout the county as well as Pittsburgh. Rail passengers can use the Amtrak Greensburg station (GNB) in the city itself, making it easier to reach downtown without a car. For travelers arriving by air, the nearest regional option is Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE) near Latrobe, while Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is the larger airport for passengers arriving from more distant destinations. Thanks to the concentration of cultural locations downtown, many venues can be reached by a short drive or on foot after arriving in Greensburg.
Before or after a concert, theater performance, or sporting event, it is worth exploring Greensburg's historic downtown and the area around the Westmoreland County Courthouse. Art enthusiasts can visit The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, while St. Clair Park provides a greener and more relaxed contrast to the city streets. A walk through the cultural district reveals historic architecture, galleries, shops, restaurants, and cafés, making it easy to turn a stay in Greensburg into a complete city experience before or after the main event.
