The Public Theater
Founded by Joseph Papp as the Shakespeare Workshop and now one of the nation’s preeminent cultural institutions, The Public is an American theater in which all the country’s voices, rhythms, and cultures converge.
425 Lafayette St (btwn Astor Pl & E 4th St) New York , NY 10003 United States
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Some of the most provoking theatre in NYC is being done here. Recent top productions include Agony and Ecstasy of Steve Jobs and iHomo; both shows hit it out of the park .
Need a night out? Come to see a show at The Public! Currently, we have The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs . Beginning on Friday, Stew and Heidi Rodewald's new musical , The Total Bent will be here.
Tourist tip: take a detour off Broadway and support up-and-coming playwrights, amazing performers , and innovative productions at The Public!
If you constantly walk past this magical place and are constantly hit with a shy urge to go inside but are constantly afraid nothing will happen, do it. It’s exactly what this place is designed for.
This adored staple of Off Broadway also produces Under the Radar, the best Off-Off Broadway festival . Jump on tickets to see the daring international program of experimental theater . Read more
Won tickets from TodayTix app and watched Winters Tale! Great view from any angle
Often fantastic staging and intimate experience . The Public Library has delicious American cuisine in a cooling and relaxing environment .
Hilton Als on Lisa Kron and Jeanine Tesori’s adaptation of Alison Bechdel’s “Fun Home”: “They’re aiming to showcase what we all share in: the exigencies of being human.” Through Nov. 3 Read more
black-shirted, fascistic staff , barking instructions at intermission: "take your ticket for re-entry!", and only saying this after you left your seat several minutes earlier and made your way to door!
Staging always great and a v intimate experience . Saw Dry Powder tonite - EXCELLENT.
As one of Off-Broadway’s most famous venues, Public Theater hosts plays, musicals , lecture series, and Shakespeare in the Park .
Great theater is performed here. All the theaters are intimate with no bad seats.
Good for drinks and seafood small plates . A solid dinner option for your pre-theater dinner .
Great plays, each theatre is different.????
One of the BEST theaters in NYC! Check out new works or Shakespeare in the Park/mobile unit.
Clean large toilets . Quiet . Cafe . Unassuming. Security guards .
High caliber productions with an inclusive mission. Do your part and support.
The Library at the Public has delicious american cuisine in a chill & relaxing ambience .
Excellent views from almost any seat. The facility is wonderful!
The National Theater of NYC (and the US)
So many little theaters ! So many choices! Also dinner in the library is lovely.
Top rate programming. Great people watching from balcony in the lobby. And free wifi .
Winner of Best Theater in the Village Voice 2011 Best Of issue! Look for low-priced Public Lab tickets.
Subscribe to their newsletter. They have such a wide variety of performances .
Great venue before theatre . And the food is very good.
Joe's Pub is fantastic. Loved the food. No bad seat.
THIRTEEN members get 10% discount off single performance tickets for all downtown productions at one of the nation’s preeminent cultural institutions! Read more
Amazing theater you won’t find elsewhere.
Intimate space - absolutely the best for off Broadway
Cocktails are very nice and cozy place
Just go and support the arts . Great shows, pick one.
They always have great shows with amazing actors!
Did you know The Public Theater won a Village Voice Obie Award forThe Brother/Sister Plays in 2010? Can't wait for this year's ceremony!
Great programming, and beautiful facilities.
Go see The Total Bent !!
A membership will get you 10% off tickets
Pick a good show and turn off your cell phone.
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Great Off Broadway theater
Fabulous venue.
See good performances before they hit Broadway !
greater theatre as an audience.
Look for the free readings and the inexpensive Lab plays.
You don't need a ticket to use the restroom here!
Dont forget to silence your phone before the show starts :-)
Sally and Tom
That Stanley Bahorek in February House is SO dreamy!
Don't... Get the punch.
Bringing my daughter amber to see a show for her theatre class at baruch
get a slip for free Wi-Fi at the front desk.
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I loved the atmosphere. The Joe's Burger is amazing! I don't like onions but I kept the caramelized onions on the burger & I absolutely LOVED it! - Amanda Kinsey
Great place for cocktails. Food was great, and the design of dining in a library is even better. - Siovonne
We had seats in rear mezz. Even though it was a tight squeeze they were still awesome seats. You were able to see everything. - Cathy Impavido
The staff here are super friendly and the venue is lovely. Worth the trip from the UK to see The Watson Intelligence. - Sam H
Everything is good at Lafayette. From the cocktails to the oysters to the baked goods to the lavishly presented slices of birthday cake, they always do a great job. Pictured is the Niçoise salad. - Lizzy Saxe
Still lively decades later, it is a great spot for a fun group dinner! Try the Vietnamese baby back ribs and the crispy whole red snapper. - The Corcoran Group
Great, cozy place. The beer selection is huge. Also, really excited to see they have Omission here. As a beer lover (and gluten intolerant) this is the best gf beer I have ever had. - Jill McBain
Category Arts and Entertainment » Performing Arts Venue » Theater
Place United States » New York » NoHo