The Public Theater

The Public Theater is the only theater in New York that produces Shakespeare, the classics, musicals, contemporary, and experimental pieces in equal measure. The Public furthers the vision of its innovative founder, Joe Papp, by advocating for the theater to remain an essential cultural force, propelling and reframing dialogue on some of the most important events of our time. The Public’s wide array of programming includes Free Shakespeare in the Park- paramount to its dedication to making theater accessible to all - as well as new and boundary-pushing stagings at The Public at Astor Place, and a range of artist and audience development initiatives.

Productions (119)

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Great
41 Reviews
Ends Mar 30
NYC: East Village

In a Tokyo sumo stable, six wrestlers clash over ambition, honor, and the dreams they chase.

78
Good
10 Reviews
Ends Apr 05
NYC: East Village

On a Pacific Northwest island, a community grapples with loss, love, and hope for returning orcas.

70
Good
11 Reviews
Closed
NYC: Virtual

The Public presents this audio drama about liberals gathering at a farm after the 2017 election.

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Unreviewed
Opens Apr 03
NYC: East Village

A girl of glass, gods, ghosts, and secrets—Caryl Churchill’s inventive plays unite.

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Starts Apr 29
NYC: East Village

A mystical singer's arrival at a Kenyan jazz club sparks romance, intrigue, and self-discovery.

66
Average
18 Reviews
Closed
NYC: East Village

David Finnigan traces moments to our climate crisis, blending history with personal tales. ​

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Must See!
8 Reviews
Closed
NYC: East Village

A powerful, humorous journey of grief and advocacy after losing a son to gun violence.

79
Good
58 Reviews
Closed
NYC: East Village

A couple renovates a home in a gentrifying neighborhood, sparking debates on community and change.

82
Great
54 Reviews
Closed
NYC: East Village

A free production of Shakespeare's comedy about two sets of twins mistaken for each other.

78
Good
84 Reviews
Closed
NYC: East Village

A theatre troupe stages a play about Sally Hemings & Thomas Jefferson in Suzan-Lori Parks' new work.

70
Good
41 Reviews
Closed
NYC: East Village

A witty and imaginative play by Ife Olujobi exploring ambition and workplace diversity challenges.

71
Good
31 Reviews
Closed
NYC: East Village

Grief Hotel explores loss, memory, and absurdity in a surreal setting, navigating emotions with wit.

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