Downtown Arts | Creative community & performance space in Wilkes-Barre
Since 2008, Downtown Arts in Wilkes-Barre, PA has celebrated and supported the local arts scene by providing a welcoming space for artists of all disciplines to create, perform, and connect. This inclusive creative hub embraces visual, performing, and community arts, and serves as a vital part of the cultural fabric of downtown Wilkes-Barre. Whether you’re a painter, dancer, actor, musician, or simply someone who appreciates the arts, Downtown Arts invites you to participate, collaborate & be inspired.
The facility is home to a wide range of local groups and programs, including the Dance Theater of Wilkes-Barre, Verve Vertu, and Wilkes University’s Fencing Club, among many others. From art exhibitions to live performances and classes, they serve as a launchpad for expression and exploration. Artists looking for space will find rehearsal studios and a 500-seat theater available for rent—perfect for everything from solo performances to full-scale productions.
Workshops, community events, and art classes are offered regularly, with schedules posted to their Facebook page. Visitors are encouraged to drop in, see what’s happening, and experience the vibrancy of Wilkes-Barre’s creative community firsthand.
Downtown Arts in Wilkes-Barre offers performance space, classes & creative opportunities for local artists and art enthusiasts alike.
