Astor Place Theatre

Astor Place Theatre is an Off-Broadway stage within the historic Colonnade Row at 434 Lafayette Street, offering a performance space with around 300 seats. The building includes an in-house bar and sits within a neighborhood full of dining spots and convenient parking options.

The venue opened in 1968 when it premiered a play by Israel Horovitz featuring a young Al Pacino in an early stage role. Since 1991, it has served as the home for a long-running percussion and technology-based performance show.

The venue played a significant role in launching experimental theatre in Manhattan and supported many playwrights who shaped American drama. Visitors today can experience the creative energy that continues to flow through this stage where new work finds its audience.

The intimate size of the space means shows feel close and engaging for those seated throughout the room. The NoHo location offers straightforward access via public transit and nearby parking, making it easy to reach from around the city.

A color-filled percussion ensemble has called this stage home for over three decades, blending music and comedy in ways that draw audiences well beyond typical theatre crowds. This long residency has turned the venue into a kind of Manhattan landmark for a distinctly different kind of show.

Location: Manhattan

Capacity: 300

Address: 434 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10003

Website: https://blueman.com/new-york/about-show

GPS coordinates: 40.72930,-73.99219

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:54