Second Stage Theatre

Second Stage Theater gives new life to contemporary American plays through 'second stagings;' provides emerging authors with their Off-Broadway debuts; and produces world premieres by America's most respected playwrights. Through both the production of new plays and long-term residencies that focus on artistic process rather than product, artists find a supportive environment in which to try new roles, production designs and writing techniques. Audiences are an essential factor in program development at Second Stage Theater, which is nationally known for its dedication to building future audiences by educating teens about the art of contemporary theater and encouraging their participation in the cultural life of New York City.