The Palace Theatre, Myrtle Beach

Facilities Overview

The Palace Theatre is located in the heart of Myrtle Beach in the award-winning Broadway at the Beach complex. The Theatre and grounds consist of 20 acres and there are approximately 600 parking and motor coach spaces on premises.

The Theatre itself is an impressive 63,900 square feet and features a nearly 7,000 square foot, golden-domed lobby with three crystal chandeliers and a winged staircase leading up to the mezzanine level. There is no elevator on premises however ample wheelchair seating is provided on the orchestra level.

The Box Office is located inside the main lobby for ticket purchases and pick-up. The Box Office is open from 9am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 9am to 6pm on Sundays. January hours may vary. Tickets are also available for purchase on our website 24 hours a day.

The main lobby also features a gift shop and several smaller areas for outside vendor set up during special events.

The Palace Theatre has several concessions areas in the lobby and auditorium which offer a variety of food, snacks and candies as well as a selection of sodas, beer & wine.

Palace Theatre Main Auditorium

The main auditorium consists of a proscenium stage with an apron. There are 2,638 available seats, divided into three sections across the Theatre. Approximately 1200 seats are located in the mezzanine area with the remainder of the seating located on the main floor orchestra level. The mezzanine level is approximately 5’ higher than the orchestra level. There are no steps on the orchestra level. Row W on the orchestra level is reserved for wheelchair and companion seating.

From the apron there are two sets of steps leading down to the auditorium floor, one at the end of each aisle. There is also access to the back stage area from both sides, down stage of the proscenium wall. The stage is 3’ high off the main floor and approximately 10 feet from the front row of audience seating. The distance from the stage to the back of the auditorium is 146’.

The Palace main stage features a standard theatre type grid over the stage area (including the wings) which carries a capacity of 128,000 lbs. The grid height is 70’ from the stage floor. The stage floor to the roof is approximately 110’. The proscenium opening is 63’ 10” wide by 30’ tall.

For more detailed information regarding the stage, electrics and audio equipment please contact the Stage Manager at 843-448-9224 ext. 245.

The King’s Suite Showroom

The Palace Theatre also houses the King’s Suite Showroom. Located off of the grand lobby, the King’s Suite Showroom is approximately 1,700 square feet. The showroom features 32’ wide by 14’ deep raised stage which includes a 2’ crossover and corridor leading to a small dressing area.

The showroom is divided into two sections with a center aisle. The seating capacity for the showroom is approximately 140.

For more information regarding the electrics and audio package in the showroom please contact the Stage Manager at 843-448-9224 ext. 245.

Interested?

Please contact Jaimie Lodge by e-mail if you have additional questions at jaimelodge@aol.com.