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About Actors Playhouse - NY

Welcome to Actors Playhouse - NY, an intimate off-Broadway venue tucked in the West Village. Known for its compact, basement-access design and historically notable productions, this small theatre offers a close-up experience with performances that feel immediate and personal. While exact seating can vary by setup, the space typically features an orchestra-level audience with stepped seating descending to a small, intimate stage. Access is via a short flight of stairs from street level, and the venue’s configuration has contributed to a long history of unique, influential productions.

Plan your visit with practical details on seating, getting there, parking, and nearby lodging and dining options. We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you secure convenient stays and great meals around your show.

Although the venue has undergone changes over the years—closing in 2007 and the space being repurposed for various tenants—the spirit of intimate, bold theatre persists in the West Village. When you attend an event at Actors Playhouse - NY, you’re stepping into a storied space that has hosted world premieres and notable fringe-era productions. For current listings and availability, check our listings and secure your seats through a trusted partner. If you’re visiting from out of town, consider nearby hotels like the Washington Square Hotel or The Marlton Hotel for a convenient stroll to the theatre. And after the show, you’ll find plenty of dining options in the neighborhood to suit any mood.

  • Seating: Orchestra with stepped seating; capacity commonly cited around 162–170 seats, variable by setup
  • Parking: No on-site parking; street parking and nearby garages available in West Village
  • Transit: Subway nearby at Christopher St–Sheridan Sq (1 line) and West 4th St (A, B, C, D, E, F, M); bus routes M8 and M20 serve the area
  • Nearby hotels: Washington Square Hotel (103 Waverly Pl), The Marlton Hotel (5 W 8th St) within walking distance
  • Notable productions historically associated with the venue: Blood Wedding (world premiere, 1958); Marry Me a Little (world premiere, 1981); Gutenberg! The Musical! and Blood Type: Ragu in the fringe era

Pro tip: Secure your seats early via our trusted affiliate partners, and coordinate with nearby lodging to maximize your NYC theatre night. For the latest show details and accessibility information, consult the official listings and the venue’s site when available.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: commonly cited as 170 seats; Time Out lists 162-seat configuration; exact capacity varied by setup.
  • Address: 100 Seventh Ave South, New York, NY 10014 (West Village).
  • Venue type: Off-Broadway small black-box style venue; basement-access theatre noted for intimate performances.
  • Seating chart/public layout: public seating chart not readily published; typical layout summarized as seating in the orchestra with steps; theatre located down a short flight of stairs.
  • Parking: no on-site parking; street parking and nearby garages available; see near-West Village options.
  • Transit: nearest subway by Christopher St–Sheridan Sq (1) and West 4th St (A, B, C, D, E, F, M); buses M8, M20 also serve the area.
  • Nearby hotels: Washington Square Hotel (103 Waverly Pl), The Marlton Hotel (5 W 8th St) within walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: Blood Wedding (world premiere, 1958); Marry Me a Little (world premiere, 1981); Gutenberg! The Musical! (notable Fringe-era production in the venue’s history); Blood Type: Ragu (early-2000s production).
  • Renamed/demolished: venue closed in 2007 due to rent; space subsequently housed Mercadito Grove (and later other tenants); as of the late 2010s, Pisellino was planned for the space, signaling continued repurposing of the site.