Columbus, OH venue guide
Check the Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre (formerly Capitol Theatre) bag policy with an official source, then plan your entrances, parking, and dining in Columbus, OH. Confirm event-specific entry rules before you go.
Bag policy
As a CAPA Riffe Center theatre, guests follow CAPA's inspection rules: one bag no larger than 16 by 16 by 8 inches, with bag checks and possible metal detection. Outside food and beverages including water are not permitted; weapons, illegal substances, and recording devices are prohibited.
Entrances
The Davidson Theatre is on the third floor of the Vern Riffe Center at 77 South High Street (High and State Streets). From the High Street entrance, proceed up two escalators to the theatre complex; elevators also serve the lobby and mezzanine.
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As a CAPA Riffe Center theatre, guests follow CAPA's inspection rules: one bag no larger than 16 by 16 by 8 inches, with bag checks and possible metal detection. Outside food and beverages including water are not permitted; weapons, illegal substances, and recording devices are prohibited.
Verified Oct 3, 2026CAPA Inspection & Bag Policy / CAPA FAQs
Verified Oct 3, 2026CAPA Riffe Center Theatre Complex
Accessible seating is in row W of the main lower level; elevators serve the main lobby and mezzanine, while other seating areas require stairs. Accessible restrooms are on the main level past the south entry doors, with a universal changing table near the south door. Listening devices, complimentary wheelchairs, audio description and ASL by request, and KultureCity quiet area, headphone zone, and sensory bags are offered.
Verified Oct 3, 2026CAPA Riffe Center Theatre Complex
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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77 S High St, Columbus, OH, 43215
CAPA does not list specific transit lines on the Riffe Center page. The complex is at High and State in downtown Columbus, served by COTA routes on High Street and nearby State Street; use the COTA trip planner for current service.
Verified Oct 3, 2026CAPA Riffe Center Theatre Complex + COTA
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
CAPA concession stands in its theatres sell assorted candies, pre-packaged snacks and Pepsi products, and the bars serve beer, premium wine and spirits. Bars are mostly cashless and take major cards and digital wallets such as Apple Pay. Food or drink may be barred from the theatre at some events, with signs posted. Outside food and beverages, including water bottles, are not permitted.
Verified Oct 9, 2026CAPA — FAQs
Accessible restrooms are on the main level past the south entry doors. A universal changing table is available after entry through the south door on the main floor, to the left.
Verified Oct 3, 2026CAPA Riffe Center Theatre Complex
CAPA does not publish merchandise details for the Davidson Theatre; merch varies by production or performer.
Verified Oct 9, 2026CAPA — FAQs
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