Primary Stages
Arts & Culture · New York, NY
About
Primary Stages is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm, making it a daytime destination for theater lovers in Midtown. Founded in 1984 by Casey Childs, it focuses exclusively on producing new plays and supporting both emerging and established playwrights like Christopher Durang and Terrence McNally.
"PSST also offers some really great classes coming up: http://www.primarystages.org/school-of-theater From top-tier shows to supporting young artists, this company really has it together!"
The venue also houses the Einhorn School of Performing Arts (ESPA), which offers online classes in acting, playwriting, directing, and producing. Past masterclasses have featured Judith Light. Reviews highlight standout shows like Cusi Cram's "A Lifetime Burning" starring Jennifer Westfeldt. With a 4.6 Yelp rating, it's a solid pick for travelers seeking fresh theater.
Located in Midtown, this theater is a daytime option for visitors exploring the area.
Features
- ✓Founded in 1984 by Casey Childs
- ✓Focus on new play development
- ✓ESPA online classes available
- ✓Past masterclass with Judith Light
- ✓4.6/5 Yelp rating from 9 reviews
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What people say
Rated from 9 reviews on Yelp · 6 community ratings — we don’t host Yelp’s review text; read the full reviews there.
From the community
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“ESPA rules”
I adore Primary Stages and their ESPA school. Judith Light gave a masterclass this year. JUDITH LIGHT, can you believe it? I love that place. Oh, and Primary Stages also puts on wonderful shows!
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Love it”
I just saw the new Cusi Cram show tonight (A Lifetime Burning, starring Jennifer Westfeldt of Kissing Jessica Stein) and it was fantastic. PSST also offers some really great classes coming up: http://www.primarystages.org/school-of-theater From top-tier shows to supporting young artists, this company really has it together!
A guest · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of performances does Primary Stages put on? +
They produce new plays by emerging and established playwrights.
Does Primary Stages offer acting classes? +
Yes, through the Einhorn School of Performing Arts (ESPA), which offers online classes in acting, playwriting, directing, and producing.
What are the hours? +
Monday through Friday, 10am to 6pm.
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