The Catherine A. Hickman Theater of Gulfport is a performing arts venue offering superb acoustics, comfortable seating, and an intimate setting for all to enjoy. The facility features 173 fixed seats and 8 wheelchair-accessible seats. Concession services are available, including beer and wine, and free, ample parking is provided for guests.
Whether it be a cultural arts or business event, the theater provides a prestigious setting for:
- Stage Productions
- Recitals
- Concerts
- Award Ceremonies
- Films Festivals
- Seminars
- Training Sessions
- Power Point Presentations
Theater Rental Rates
Host your next performance at the Catherine A. Hickman Theater of Gulfport. Below are the rental fees for use of the Theater.
All rentals require a (4) hour minimum rental agreement.
Non-refundable rental deposit of fifty percent (50%) is required at the time of reservation.
Required Fees
$500.00 Event Administrative Fee
$250.00 Security deposit (Refundable)
Rental Packages
| Rental Period | Weekday Standard | Weekend Standard |
| 4 Hours | $340.00 | $500.00 |
| 6 Hours | $450.00 | $675.00 |
| 10 Hours | $700.00 | $1000.00 |
| Additional Hour | $85.00 | $125.00 |
Add-On Services
- $220.00 Audio Visual Package
- Sound Technician is $40 per hour
ADA Accomodations
- Parking: Handicap parking is available on location in our parking lot. Spots are first-come, first-served.
- Seating: The Catherine Hickman Theater of Gulfport has wheelchair accessible seating located in Row A and Row J.
- Restrooms: Wheelchair and Scooter accessible restrooms are available in the Theater’s lobby area.
- Assistive-Listening Devices: Assistive-Listening Devices are available on a first-come, first-served basis for all events. Please inquire at the Bar area located in the lobby.
- Service Animals: ADA–certified service animals are welcome inside the Catherine A. Hickman Theater of Gulfport. They must be clearly marked and kept on a leash or in a harness at all times.
Ticket Info
Ticket sales are managed by the individual event organizers, as the City does not operate a box office or sell tickets at the Theater. To purchase tickets, visitors may view the upcoming events above and click on the specific event, or visit the City’s event calendar at https://mygulfport.us/events/, locate the performance they are interested in, and follow the provided ticket link.
Contact the Cultural Facilities
For more information about the Catherine A. Hickman Theater, rental inquiries, or upcoming events, please contact our office. We look forward to assisting you.