Manhattan · NYC landmark
The Public Theater
425 Lafayette Street · Manhattan, New York City
New plays, musicals and cabaret performances fill the former Astor Library building at Astor Place.
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NYFE Summary
The former Astor Library is now home to a nonprofit theater founded by Joe Papp. The Public premiered Hair in 1967 and staged Hamilton in 2015. Its work continues to include new plays and musicals.
Performances take place in several spaces, including the cabaret venue Joe’s Pub. The historic red-brick facade can also be seen from the street. The Public’s Free Shakespeare in the Park takes place at the separate Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
NYFE summary from the official history and visitor sources linked below.
Plan a visit
Check the operator’s current opening, admission and access information before travelling. Historic status does not guarantee public access to every interior.
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