Theater for the New City, Off-off-Broadway theater in East Village, Manhattan, US
The Theater for the New City operates in a converted 30,000-square-foot market building, containing four distinct performance spaces for various theatrical productions.
Founded in 1971 by Crystal Field and George Bartenieff, the theater moved to its current location at 155 First Avenue in 1986 after departing Westbeth Artists Community.
The venue produces between 30 and 40 new American plays annually, including experimental works, developmental productions, and performances by emerging playwrights.
Tickets range from 18 to 25 dollars with additional discounts for students and seniors, making performances accessible to diverse audience segments.
The theater initiated the Village Halloween Parade and maintains a yearly tradition of free summer street theater performances throughout New York City neighborhoods.
Location: Manhattan
GPS coordinates: 40.72863,-73.98483
Latest update: May 12, 2025 12:09
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