Welcome to the Limelight Theatre
Whether this is your first visit or you’re a longtime supporter, this page has everything you need to plan your experience—from purchasing tickets and subscriptions to understanding our policies and performance details. Our goal is to make your visit seamless, enjoyable, and memorable from curtain up to final bow.
BOX OFFICE
Tickets & Pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our Box Office is open Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm.
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The number for our Box Office is 904-825-1164. If you happen to call outside of Box Office Hours, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as we can!
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Tickets can be purchased online through our website or in person at the box office when it is open. We recommend purchasing in advance, as performances often sell out.
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Yes! We offer a variety of discounts throughout the season, which may include:
Student discounts
Senior discounts
Military and first responder discounts
Group discounts for larger parties
Discounted tickets are also available when you purchase a season subscription in advance.
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Season Subscriptions are a great way to save money while enjoying multiple shows throughout the season. Subscribers receive a discounted ticket pricing (with each ticket equaling out to $28 instead of $35).
The Subscription Packages offered are:
Full Subscription - 18 tickets ($499)
Half Subscription - 9 tickets ($250)
Experience a full season of Limelight Theatre productions!
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We offer two varieties of Gift Cards:
Per cash amount
Per ticket amount
If you are looking to get a Gift Card by cash amount, click here: https://limelight.ludus.com/giftcards.php
If you are looking for Gift Cards by ticket amount, click here: https://limelight.ludus.com/flex.php?id=4069
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Yes, there is a fee for any card transactions for our tickets. The fee is 5% + 0.75 cents per ticket.
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Yes, ticket exchanges may be accommodated depending on availability. Requests must be made at least 24 hours before your scheduled performance. Exchanges are not guaranteed due to show availability and may be subject to a small exchange fee.
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We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before curtain to allow time for parking, ticket pickup, concessions, and seating.
Late seating is at the discretion of the theatre. To minimize disruption to performers and other patrons, latecomers may be seated at an appropriate pause in the performance or may be asked to wait until intermission.
Please make sure to arrive on time. Some shows are high in demand and other patrons may be able to snag your seats once the performance has started!
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The Limelight Theatre offers free parking at our parking lot for show patrons. Additionally, free street parking is available on Mission Avenue and San Marco Avenue nearby the theatre.
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Most performances are family-friendly, but some productions may contain mature themes. Age recommendations are listed on each show’s ticket page. All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket unless otherwise noted.
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Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Concessions are available for purchase and may be enjoyed in designated areas.
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For the enjoyment of all patrons and performers, photography, video recording, and audio recording are strictly prohibited during performances. Please silence all phones and electronic devices before the show begins.
Seating Charts
The Inez McDonald Main Stage
The Inez McDonald Theatre is an intimate 127-seat mainstage designed to keep audiences close to the action. Its single-level layout features excellent sightlines throughout, with tiered seating arranged to create a strong sense of connection between performers and patrons.
Front-row wheelchair-accessible seating ensures inclusive access without sacrificing proximity to the stage, while multiple aisles and stair access points allow for smooth entry and exit. Thoughtfully designed and audience-focused, the space is ideal for bold, engaging live performances.
Fun Fact: This theatre is named for Inez McDonald, centenarian and local philanthropist who remains dedicated to restoring and maintaining the beautiful city of St. Augustine through charitable donations.
The Matuza
Black Box
The Matuza Black Box is a flexible, 51-seat performance space built for immersive and experimental work. With a general-admission layout that places the audience close to the stage, the room easily adapts to a variety of configurations while maintaining an intimate atmosphere.
Front-row wheelchair-accessible seating ensures inclusive access, and the compact design allows every seat to feel engaged with the performance. Ideal for new works, workshops, and boundary-pushing productions, the Matuza Black Box offers a raw, up-close theatrical experience.
Fun Fact: Our black box is named after Ray and Linda Matuza, whose generous donations helped get Limelight Theatre up and running back in 1993. While Ray has passed on, their combined generosity has left an indelible mark on St. Augustine for the better.
Our Location
The Limelight Theatre is located in the Uptown areas of Historic St. Augustine, FL at 11 Old Mission Avenue.
Contact Box Office
Our box Office is open Monday through Friday 10am – 2pm. Online services available 24 hours.