Gesa Power House Theatre is a historic theatre and performing arts venue housed in a converted industrial building that once served as the Walla Walla Gas Plant. The building was transformed into a modern theatre in 2011, with the auditorium design inspired by the intimate Blackfriars Theatre of Shakespearean London. With approximately 300 seats, the property is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places and today hosts theatre productions, concerts, comedy, film screenings and other cultural events.
The compact auditorium creates a close connection between the audience and the stage, while the combination of preserved industrial character and modern performance infrastructure gives the venue a distinctive atmosphere. In addition to the main auditorium, the complex includes a lobby and the Electric Lounge, while an exterior elevator provides improved access to the main auditorium, balcony and upper levels for visitors with reduced mobility.
The theatre is located at 111 N 6th Ave, Walla Walla, United States, near the intersection of Sixth Avenue and Rose Street. Parking is primarily available on surrounding streets on a first-come, first-served basis, with additional spaces in nearby parking lots, including the lot at the southeast corner of Rose Street and Sixth Avenue. The lobby and box office can be reached through the ground-level entrance, while the exterior elevator is located on the north side of the building. For broader options for reaching the area and getting around Walla Walla, see the city transport information further down the page.