Sheridan Square Playhouse, Theater venue in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, United States
Sheridan Square Playhouse was a theater venue located at 99 7th Avenue South that operated from 1958 to 1996. The building housed an interior performance space designed for theatrical presentations of varying scales.
The structure was built on the site of a church demolished in 1917 and originally operated as a nightclub before converting to a theater in 1958. This transformation made it a destination for live theatrical performances.
The Circle Repertory Company made this their home starting in 1972, using the space to develop new theatrical works. It became known as a place where experimental and contemporary plays found their audience.
The building is located near the intersection of 7th Avenue South and Grove Street in Greenwich Village. The site is accessible by public transit and sits within a walkable neighborhood with many other attractions nearby.
The musical 'Leave It to Jane' had a two-year run at this venue during its operating years. The final production staged there was 'Ali' in 1992, marking the end of its theatrical era.
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