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About Manhattan Ensemble Theater
Manhattan Ensemble Theater (MET) was a notable venue with a compact footprint located at 55 Mercer Street, on the corner of Broome Street. Although the space no longer operates as a functioning theatre and the site has since become a residential/mixed-use building, MET remains an important part of New York City theatre history. Notable productions include Golda’s Balcony, which premiered at MET in 2003 before moving to Broadway later that year, and Nine Parts of Desire. This page preserves essential context about the venue, its location, and practical information for visitors seeking historical insight or exploring the surrounding area.
Even though MET is no longer an active venue, the surrounding neighborhood offers convenient transit options and nearby amenities. The closest subway access is the N and R lines at Prince Street. There is no on-site parking at the venue, but nearby parking garages provide convenient options for guests: 40 Mercer St Garage, 81 Mercer St Garage, and 300 Mercer St Garage. For visitors planning trips to the area, consider staying or dining near the 55 Mercer Street location. We’ve got you with reliable venue context, solid transit tips, and partner recommendations for nearby hotels and restaurants to enhance your visit.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 140-seat proscenium theatre at 55 Mercer Street (corner of Broome Street).
- Venue type: nonprofit Off-Broadway theatre company operating from 1999–2007.
- Notable events: Golda’s Balcony premiered at MET in 2003 and moved to Broadway later that year; Nine Parts of Desire was also produced there.
- Status: in Nov 2006, The Culture Project agreed to take over MET’s space; January 2007 move; the space is no longer a functioning theatre, and 55 Mercer Street is now a residential/mixed-use building.
- Transit and parking: closest subway is N/R to Prince Street; no on-site parking; nearby garages include 40 Mercer St, 81 Mercer St, and 300 Mercer St garages.