Public Theater
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Current and Future Shows:
The Brother/Sister Plays Part 1 and 2
Idiot Savant
The Ache of Possibility
Juan and John (starts Dec 1)
The Last Cargo Cult (starts Dec 3)
Ute Lemper: Last Tango in Berlin (starts Dec 10)
Neighbors (starts Feb 16)
The Book of Grace (starts Mar 2)
Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (starts Mar 23)
Address:
425 Lafayette Street
New York, NY 10003
Neighborhood:
East Village
Location:
East side of Lafayette Street, between Astor Place & East 4th Street.
Directions:
Closest subway: 6 to Astor Place. Walk south on Lafayette Street to the theatre.
Building Description:
Multi-theatre complex formerly a large library
Additional Information:
- Restrooms are located on the main level, and are accessible by elevator. Concessions are available in the lobby.
- The Public houses five performance spaces - accessible by elevator or lift - plus Joes Pub, a nightclub. The building entrance is street level, but there are steps up to the lobby from the entrance. A handicapped lift is available.
- Air Conditioned
- Wheelchair Seating Available


