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)
A girl of glass, gods, ghosts, and secrets—Caryl Churchill’s inventive plays unite.
The Public presents this audio drama about liberals gathering at a farm after the 2017 election.
A mystical singer's arrival at a Kenyan jazz club sparks romance, intrigue, and self-discovery.
On a Pacific Northwest island, a community grapples with loss, love, and hope for returning orcas.
In a Tokyo sumo stable, six wrestlers clash over ambition, honor, and the dreams they chase.
David Finnigan traces moments to our climate crisis, blending history with personal tales.
A powerful, humorous journey of grief and advocacy after losing a son to gun violence.
A couple renovates a home in a gentrifying neighborhood, sparking debates on community and change.
A free production of Shakespeare's comedy about two sets of twins mistaken for each other.
A theatre troupe stages a play about Sally Hemings & Thomas Jefferson in Suzan-Lori Parks' new work.
A witty and imaginative play by Ife Olujobi exploring ambition and workplace diversity challenges.
Grief Hotel explores loss, memory, and absurdity in a surreal setting, navigating emotions with wit.
