Studio
Playwrights Horizons
New York, NY, United States·Est. 1971·198 seats
theatre
416 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
Playwrights Horizons is a vital Off-Broadway institution dedicated to developing and producing new work by contemporary American playwrights, composers, and lyricists. Founded in 1971 by Robert Moss, it has been instrumental in revitalizing Theatre Row on 42nd Street and has premiered seven Pulitzer Prize-winning productions, establishing itself as an essential incubator for bold, innovative American theater.
The Experience
Acoustics, seating, and what to expect
Acoustics
4.5/ 5
The two intimate houses feature crisp acoustics that effectively spotlight the work of contemporary artists, with excellent sightlines throughout both theaters.
Best Seats
The intimate scale of both the Judith O. Rubin Theater (Mainstage) and Peter Jay Sharp Theater ensures strong sightlines from most seats. For optimal experience, center orchestra sections are recommended, though the theaters' modest size minimizes poor vantage points.
Dress Code
No Dress Code
Visitor Guide
Tickets, pricing, and getting there
Getting There
42nd Street-Port Authority Bus Terminal (A, C, E trains); 42nd Street (1, 2, 3 trains); M42 bus
Around the Venue
Plan your visit — dining, transit, and performer resources nearby
Plan Your Visit
New York City
Pre-show dining, bars & more for Playwrights Horizons visitors.
Green Room — New York City
Performer City Guide
5 practice spaces, 1 music stores, 1 vocal coaches
- Nola Studios
Book online. Rooms range from small vocal practice rooms ($15/hr) to large audition rooms. The bulletin board in the lobby has coaching, apartment, and gig listings.
- Juilliard SchoolWebsite
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Attend free student concerts and recitals held regularly throughout the year; you'll witness extraordinary young talent in intimate settings.
Performance schedule varies; check website for free concert listings
Carnegie Hall
Book studios in advance, especially during audition season (fall); the staff knows what they're doing with artists' needs.
Open 8:00 AM–11:00 PM daily; hourly rental rates available
Carnegie Hall
Visit mid-morning on weekdays when you'll have unhurried access to the showroom; ask to play multiple instruments and speak with the knowledgeable staff about your needs.
Open Monday–Friday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM–5:00 PM; closed Sundays
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Venue Details
Architect
Mitchell Kurtz
Architecture
Contemporary modernist
Resident Company
Playwrights Horizons
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Location
416 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
42nd Street-Port Authority Bus Terminal (A, C, E trains); 42nd Street (1, 2, 3 trains); M42 bus
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