Philadelphia, PA venue guide
Plan your visit to Academy of Music in Philadelphia, PA with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
Large bags and backpacks prohibited inside Ensemble Arts Philly venues for all events. Purses/handbags/satchels allowed but may be subject to security inspection. Backpacks or oversized bags listed as prohibited. Arrive 30–45 minutes early for security. Guests with disabilities/medical needs: contact Audience Services for accommodations. Weapons prohibited.
Entrances
Academy of Music at 240 S Broad St (Broad & Locust). Wheelchair-accessible entrance on the south side to main lobby; curb cut at Broad & Locust. Suggest arrive 30–45 minutes prior for security and seating. Rideshare pickup zone shared: front of Miller Theater (250 S Broad).
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Venue essentials
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Large bags and backpacks prohibited inside Ensemble Arts Philly venues for all events. Purses/handbags/satchels allowed but may be subject to security inspection. Backpacks or oversized bags listed as prohibited. Arrive 30–45 minutes early for security. Guests with disabilities/medical needs: contact Audience Services for accommodations. Weapons prohibited.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Ensemble Arts Philly — Guidelines & Policies
Verified Sep 14, 2026Ensemble Arts Philly — Academy of Music + Getting Here + Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance on south side of Academy; accessible restrooms on Canteen level via elevator. Assistive listening (headphones/earbuds/T-Loop) at Academy. Reserved wheelchair locations; PCA-Pass available; sensory-friendly kits at all performances; ASL/AD/captions on select shows. Contact Audience Services 215.893.1999 (≥2 weeks notice preferred for many accommodations).
Verified Sep 14, 2026Ensemble Arts Philly — Accessibility
Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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1420 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA, 19102
Broad Street Subway Walnut-Locust Station ~two blocks from Kimmel/Academy corridor. Regional Rail to Suburban Station then Broad Street Line or ~15-min walk. SEPTA buses 4/27/32 on Broad; 12 on Locust/Walnut; others nearby. PATCO to 15th Street then walk to Broad/Spruce area.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Ensemble Arts Philly — Getting Here (Public Transit)
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Academy of Music bars: Lobby (2), Parquet Ambulatory (2), Balcony (2), Family Circle (1), Amphitheater (1). No Grab & Go stations at Academy. Outside food not permitted. Food/beverage-in-theater rules vary by presenter (e.g., Orchestra beverages yes/food no; Broadway yes/yes). Spill-proof souvenir cups used.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Ensemble Arts Philly — Concessions
Wheelchair-accessible restrooms available on the Canteen level of the Academy of Music; elevator access to Canteen level. Guests may use the restroom that best fits their gender identity (Guidelines).
Verified Sep 14, 2026Ensemble Arts Philly — Accessibility (Restrooms)
No fixed Academy merch stand map on venue pages checked. Presenter/tour merch varies by show — confirm with House Management.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Ensemble Arts Philly — Academy of Music (checked; unpublished merch map)
Upcoming events
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