PLEASE REMEMBER: There is no late seating at CATF and no refunds. Please plan accordingly — be prompt and enjoy the show!

The Frank Center Stage

260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, WV 25443

The Marinoff Theater

Center for Contemporary Arts II (CCAII)
62 West Campus Drive
Shepherdstown, WV 25443

STUDIO 112

Center for Contemporary Arts I (CCAI)
92 West Campus Drive
Shepherdstown, WV 25443

Directions to Shepherdstown, WV (25443)

From Washington, DC (approximately 70 miles)

From the Beltway, take I-270 North to the Frederick/I-70 Interchange. Take 340 West towards Charles Town, WV (Exit 52). Two miles past Harpers Ferry, exit right onto 230 North and follow to Shepherdstown. Non-rush hour drive time is approximatley 90 minutes. Allow additional travel time on Friday afternoons/evenings.

From Baltimore, MD (approximately 70 miles)

Take I-70 West to Frederick. Take 340 West towards Charles Town, WV (Exit 52). Two miles past Harpers Ferry, exit right onto 230 North and follow to Shepherdstown.

From Leesburg, VA (approximately 35 miles)

Take Route 7 to Route 9 West through Charles Town, WV to Kearneysville. Turn Right onto Route 480 North and follow to Shepherdstown.

From Eastern PA

Take PA Turnpike West to I-81 South (in Carlisle). Continue through Maryland to WVa. Take Exit 16E (West Virginia) in Martinsburg. Take Route 45 East to Shepherdstown.

From Western PA

Take PA Turnpike East to I-81 South (in Carlisle). Continue through Maryland to WVa. Take Exit 16E (West Virginia) in Martinsburg. Take Route 45 East to Shepherdstown.

From Charleston, WV (approximately 310 miles)

Take I-79 North to I-68 East (I-68 East becomes I-70 East). Take Exit 29A towards Sharpsburg (MD-65 South). Turn Right onto MD-65 South (Sharpsburg Pike). In Sharpsburg, turn Right onto E Main Street (MD-34) and follow until crossing into WV over the Potomac River and into Shepherdstown. MD-34 becomes WV-480.

From New York, NY (approximately 265 miles)

Take I-78 West to I-81 South (Pennsylvania). Continue south on I-81 into Maryland and then West Virginia. Take Exit 16E in Martinsburg. Take Route 45 East to Shepherdstown.

Social Stories

CATF is working with the Spectrum Theatre Ensemble (STE)  to help increase the Festival’s accessibility for individuals who are neurodivergent. A tool to help increase accessibility is Social Stories. According to STE, Social Stories are one way “to support audience members on the autism spectrum preparing for the social experience and environment of attending a performance.”

Get to know the Festival by taking a look at our current Social Story, and be on the lookout for more videos during the 2024 Summer Season.

Studio 112: Tornado Tastes Like Aluminum Sting

Marinoff Theater: Enough to Let the Light In

Frank Center: What Will Happen to All That Beauty?

Shepherdstown Opera House: The Happiest Man on Earth

Accessible Parking and Building Access:

All CATF venue are fully accessible.  For special seating requests or to reserve assisted listening devices, please call the box office at 304/876-3473. (Please note: due to the unique configuration of the CCA 112, the room is not equipped for listening devices; however, no seats are far from the stage and front seating can be reserved.)

Frank Center
260 University Drive

There are handicapped parking spaces in Parking Lot “G” (use campus entrance from Rte 45) outside the Frank Center. Sidewalk/ramp access to the theater lobby is to the right of the building between the Frank Center and the Wellness Center. Ramp and wheelchair lift also available through main entrance at the “drop-off” zone.

Center for Contemporary Arts
Studio 112
92 West Campus Drive

For CCA 112, parking is available directly across the street from the Complex (between Shaw and Thacher Halls), with a ramp that leads to the first floor hallway that leads to the theater.

Center for Contemporary Arts II
Marinoff Theater
62 West Campus Drive

Handicap reserved parking spaces are available adjacent to the building, or just across the street between Shaw and Thacher Halls. There is a drop-off zone next to the venue. Elevator access to the Marinoff Theater (2nd level) is on street level, next to the steps.

Shepherdstown Opera House
131 W German Street

During July, there will be a drop-off zone in front of the Shepherdstown Opera House on German Street. On the corner of German Street and Church Street, there will be another drop-off zone that is accessible for wheelchairs.

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Venue Maps

Marinoff Theater

Frank Center

Studio 112

GROUP SALES

WHAT IS A GROUP?

The Contemporary American Theater Festival considers ten or more people attending a performance a group. Group sales must be made under one account. Groups receive discounted tickets and the opportunity to schedule workshops, backstage tours, and discussions with CATF staff.

Reservations

Group Sales Inquiry Form INFO

After filling out the group sales inquiry form, which can be found here, the Box Office will send an invoice. The tickets are held for two weeks without a deposit. A 25% deposit must be made during that time frame, or the tickets will be released. The remaining balance must two weeks before the group’s first performance. Subject to availability, additional tickets can beaded at any time. The original group rate will apply.  

Personalize Your Experience

If you wish to schedule workshops, backstage tours, or other personalized opportunities with CATF artists and staff, make sure to let us know on the group inquiry form, which can be found here. 

Parking & Accessibility 

All three venues are accessible and bus parking is available. Should any member of your party require accommodations (specific seating needs, Assisted Listening Devices, etc.) make note on the inquiry form or as soon as the needs of your group members are known. The sooner we have this information, the better we can serve your group.

About Shepherdstown

Shepherdstown, West Virginia is home to many cultural and recreational activities. If you would like more about Shepherdstown and all it has to, visit the Shepherdstown Welcome Center online at shepherdstown.info or call 304-876-2786.

Due to high demand, we are unable to offer group discounts during Opening Weekend.
****(do we still want to do this? Or only offer them opening weekend in the frank center?)****

GROUP RATES

GROUP SIZEREGULAR PRICEGROUP RATE# OF COMP TICKETS
Groups of 10 to 14 – $18 off!$68$501
Groups of 15 to 19 – $23 off!$68$451
Groups of 20+ – $28 off!$68$402
Sunday Night Group – $14 off!$38$24n/a

 *all listed prices are inclusive of a $5 processing fee and a $1 facility fee

Ready to schedule your CATF experience?

Would you like more information? Would you like to chat with a CATF staff member to create your group’s plan? Fill out the Group Sales Inquiry Form, so we can get the conversation going. 

Download Group Sales Information 

We are unable to offer group discounts during opening weekend.