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About Hauger Auditorium at The Pingry School

Welcome to the official venue guide for Hauger Auditorium, the on-campus performance space hosted within the Hostetter Arts Center at The Pingry School. Known for student productions, cultural events, and community programs, this space operates as Macrae Theatre with a seating capacity of 235. While the venue is a school facility, it hosts a variety of live performances that draw audiences from Basking Ridge, Bernardsville, and the wider Somerset County area. We’ve got you with practical details on seating, parking, transit access, and nearby hotel and dining options to make your visit straightforward and stress-free.

Note: The on-campus space is commonly referred to in historical coverage as Hauser Auditorium, but the current main on-campus performance venue is Macrae Theatre (235 seats) within the Hostetter Arts Center, opened in 2003. No public seating chart is published for Macrae Theatre, but capacity is documented at 235 seats.

Getting there is easy via major roads and nearby NJ Transit rail stations in Basking Ridge and Bernardsville for guest travelers. On-campus parking is available for Pingry facilities, and campus access directions are provided through the Pingry campus rentals and driving directions pages. For visitors seeking nearby lodging or dining, we’ve curated trusted options and partners to simplify planning. Secure your seats for the next Pingry School performance and enjoy a seamless visit with our insider recommendations.

  • Parking: On-campus parking available. Check campus rentals and driving directions for access details.
  • Transit: NJ Transit rail service nearby at Basking Ridge and Bernardsville stations. Parking at stations available; plan your trip accordingly.
  • Nearby hotels: Delta Hotels by Marriott Basking Ridge – 80 Allen Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920; Courtyard by Marriott Basking Ridge – 595 Martinsville Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920; The Bernards Inn – Bernardsville (approx. 7–10 miles from campus).
  • Nearby dining: A selection of local eateries near Basking Ridge and Bernardsville to pair with your visit. Affiliate partners are highlighted for curated recommendations.
  • Notable past events: Lunar New Year/Hauser Auditorium events, LeBow ’58 Oratorical Competition, and the Hostetter Arts Center’s 2003 opening featuring Macrae Theatre (235 seats).

If you’re planning a visit, we’ve got you covered with practical details, reliable access information, and recommended stays and dining to make your experience smooth and enjoyable.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 235 seats for the Macrae Theatre (Hostetter Arts Center) on the Basking Ridge campus.
  • Addresses: Basking Ridge Campus — 131 Martinsville Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920; Pottersville Campus — 51 Pottersville Rd, Pottersville, NJ 07979.
  • Venue type: School performing arts venue (Hostetter Arts Center) used for student productions and events.
  • Seating chart/public plan: No public seating chart published; Macrae Theatre capacity is documented as 235 seats.
  • Parking: On-campus parking is available (Pingry campus facilities); see campus rentals and driving directions for access.
  • Transit: Nearby NJ Transit rail service at Basking Ridge and Bernardsville stations; see station pages for parking and access.
  • Nearby hotels: Delta Hotels by Marriott Basking Ridge (80 Allen Rd, 07920); Courtyard by Marriott Basking Ridge (595 Martinsville Rd, 07920); The Bernards Inn (Bernardsville, ~7–10 miles away).
  • Notable events hosted: Lunar New Year/Hauser Auditorium events; LeBow ’58 Oratorical Competition (Hauser Auditorium); Hostetter Arts Center opened in 2003 with a 235-seat theatre (Macrae).
  • Renaming/demolition notes: No current evidence of a venue officially named Hauger Auditorium; older Pingry coverage refers to Hauser Auditorium; the main on-campus space now cited is Macrae Theatre (235 seats) in the Hostetter Arts Center.