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.
A man faces a complex web of personal and political challenges in this new play by Itamar Moses.
Grief Hotel explores loss, memory, and absurdity in a surreal setting, navigating emotions with wit.
A theatre troupe stages a play about Sally Hemings & Thomas Jefferson in Suzan-Lori Parks' new work.
The Public presents this audio drama about liberals gathering at a farm after the 2017 election.
A witty and imaginative play by Ife Olujobi exploring ambition and workplace diversity challenges.
A Native American woman navigates her roots and her modern life during the 2008 financial crisis.
Free Shakespeare in the Park returns with a modern day production of Shakespeare's tragic classic.
A free production of Shakespeare's comedy about two sets of twins mistaken for each other.
A live staged premiere of the audio drama set in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina.
A theatrical concert featuring the music and plays of Suzan-Lori Parks written during the pandemic.
Pulitzer-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks' musical adaptation of the 1972 film of the same name.