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About Black Box Theater At Williams Center
The Black Box Theater at Williams Center is a vibrant, artist-run arts center in Rutherford, New Jersey. With a legacy that traces back to the Rivoli Theatre and the Newman Theatre, the space now hosts concerts, theatre, cinema, and community gatherings across its versatile venues. Whether you’re catching a live performance in the Newman Theatre, watching a film in Center Cinemas, or taking part in a community event, this venue delivers an intimate, community-driven experience right in the heart of Rutherford.
Here’s what to know when you’re planning a visit: seating options, parking and transit details, nearby hotels and dining, and tips to secure your seats for popular shows. We’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted recommendations to make your night out easy and enjoyable.
Accessibility and convenience go hand in hand at the Williams Center. On-site designated parking is available, with the Kip Lot at 55 Kip Ave being the best nearby option. Street parking is free after 7pm. For those using public transit, you can take Bus 190 from the Port Authority to Rutherford Station and walk to the center via Park Ave/Spring Dell. Northeast Corridor trains from Penn Station to Rutherford Station provide another reliable option, followed by a short walk. The complex includes Center Cinemas (three screens totaling 343 seats: 189, 89, and 65) and the Newman Theatre, historically part of a lineage dating back to 1922. Renamed over the years, the building stands as a beacon for local arts, hosting weekly art and music events, film screenings, and community rallies. Secure your seats for upcoming events and enjoy nearby hotels and dining options just a short trip away.
Hotel and dining partners nearby offer convenient stays and meals before or after performances. Notable options include Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel and several East Rutherford/Meadowlands-area properties, plus various dining choices to suit a range of tastes. If you’re planning a weekend or multi-event visit, we’re here to help with reliable, no-fuss ticketing and local guidance.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 15 Sylvan St, Rutherford, NJ 07070.
- Venue type: Artist-run arts center with spaces for concerts, theatre, and cinema (concert venue, event space, underground cinema, community gatherings).
- Live theatre capacity: Newman Theatre historically seated 642; Rivoli/Newman lineage dates to 1922 (the Rivoli originally seated 2,200).
- Cinema capacity: Center Cinemas (three screens) total 343 seats (189, 89, and 65 per screen).
- Parking: On-site designated lots; best option is Kip Lot at 55 Kip Ave; street parking free after 7pm.
- Transit: Bus 190 from Port Authority to Rutherford Station; Northeast Corridor trains from Penn Station to Rutherford Station (walk to the center via Park Ave/Spring Dell).
- Notable events: The center hosts weekly art and music events; in 2016 it re-opened the cinema spaces with films like Bad Moms and Jason Bourne; notable community actions have included rallies to save the Williams Center.
- Renaming/demolition status: The building has not been demolished; it has undergone renaming over time (Rivoli Theatre -> George W. Newman Theatre -> William Carlos Williams Center for the Performing Arts -> Williams Center).
- Nearby hotels: Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel (801 Rutherford Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070); Residence Inn East Rutherford Meadowlands (10 Murray Hill Pkwy, East Rutherford, NJ 07073); Fairfield Inn East Rutherford Meadowlands (850 Paterson Plank Rd, East Rutherford, NJ 07073); Holiday Inn Express Meadowlands Area (100 Paterson Plank Rd, Carlstadt, NJ 07072); Homewood Suites East Rutherford Meadowlands (125 Route 17 South, East Rutherford, NJ 07073).