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La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club is a pioneering off-Broadway venue in the East Village, known for its long history of experimental and international theatre. Since opening as Café La MaMa in 1961 and moving to 74A East 4th Street in 1969, the venue has grown into a network of intimate spaces that have hosted groundbreaking productions like Balm in Gilead (1965) and The Trojan Women (1974). Today, La MaMa comprises several performance spaces across two addresses, offering an intimate setting for new works, readings, and performances. We’ve got you covered on seating details, parking options, transit access, and trusted local partners for accommodations and dining near the venue.
Note: Each space operates with its own schedule. When planning, confirm the exact space hosting a performance, as seating and accessibility vary by venue room.
Parking is available via nearby paid garages, and La MaMa is accessible by multiple NYC subway lines and bus routes. For visitors staying in or near the East Village, there are several hotel options and dining spots within a short transit or walk. We recommend checking official pages and partner links for the latest availability and deals.
Venue Spaces & Seating
- Ellen Stewart Theatre – 299 seats. Address: 66 East 4th Street. A main stage space named in honor of La MaMa’s founder, offering robust programs and large-cast works.
- The Downstairs – 150 seats. Address: 66 East 4th Street. Intimate venue for contemporary pieces and experimental performances.
- The Club – 70 seats. Address: 74A East 4th Street. A compact, versatile space for intimate performances and readings.
- First Floor Theatre – 100 seats. Address: 74A East 4th Street. Flexible space for new works and showcases.
- Community Arts Space – 40 seats. Address: 74A East 4th Street. Micro-stage for workshops, readings, and community programming.
Transit & Parking
La MaMa is well served by New York City transit. Nearest subway routes and bus lines vary by space, with convenient access to the East Village. Look for nearby subway stations and street-level bus stops for the quickest routes. Paid parking garages are available nearby for visitors driving in from outside Manhattan or outer boroughs. Always check the day’s accessibility options on your event page before you travel.
Nearby Hotels & Dining (Affiliate Partnerships)
For visitors planning an overnight stay, these nearby options are popular choices. We partner with trusted accommodations and dining partners to help you secure convenient options near La MaMa:
For dining nearby, we recommend partner restaurants that offer a range of options from casual to refined. Explore these trusted picks and check for current availability through our affiliate links:
Pro tip: Secure your seats and lodging early, especially around premiere runs or festival periods. We’ve got you with dependable options and straightforward booking steps.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Spaces and capacities: Ellen Stewart Theatre (66 E 4th St) 299 seats; The Downstairs (66 E 4th St) 150 seats; The Club (74A E 4th St) 70 seats; First Floor Theatre (74A E 4th St) 100 seats; Community Arts Space (74A E 4th St) 40 seats.
- Addresses: Ellen Stewart Theatre & The Downstairs at 66 East 4th Street; The Club & Community Arts Space at 74A East 4th Street.
- Notable history: opened in 1961 as Café La MaMa, moved to 74A East 4th Street in 1969, Annex renamed Ellen Stewart Theatre in 2009, and renovated in the late 2010s.
- Notable events: Balm in Gilead (La MaMa, 1965), The Rimers of Eldritch (1966), and The Trojan Women (1974, and later The Trojan Women Project tours).
- Renaming/demolition: Annex renamed Ellen Stewart Theatre in 2009; venue remains active with ongoing renovations (e.g., 2018–2023 building work).
- Transit & parking: accessible by multiple NYC subways and buses (nearest stops vary by space); paid parking garages are available nearby.
- Nearby hotels: The Standard, East Village (25 Cooper Sq) and The Bowery Hotel (335 Bowery) are popular options for visitors.