Seating Capacity 879 (817 when orchestra pit in use) Orchestra - 517 Parterre - 179 Balcony - 183 Suitability Concerts, Dance, Musical Theater, Opera, Theater, Video & Film Exhibition, Television Recording or Broadcast, Ceremonies, Conferences, Lectures, Receptions, and Symposia. High-End Digital Capability :: State-of-the-Art Interactive Telecommunications The theater is uniquely equipped in New York City to present both live and media performance which integrates satellite transmission, webcast, Internet2 connectivity as well as more traditional video, film and television broadcast and recording. The Skirball Theater is highly connective with other performance and meeting spaces throughout the Kimmel Center. Theater Lobby and Café Located one level below the main entrance to the Skirball Center, the main theater lobby will provide a spacious and elegant atmosphere where audience members can socialize prior to the performance. Within the theater lobby, the café will serve hot and cold beverages as well as snacks to theater patrons. Theater consultants are Artec Consultants, Inc :: Technical Specifications