Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Staller Center for the Arts
100 Nicolls RoadStony Brook, NY 11794
Upcoming Shows
An Evening with David Sedaris
A master of satire and one of today’s most observant and hilarious writers.“Sedaris belongs on any list of people writing in English at the moment...
Gravity & Other Myths Presents: Ten Thousand Hours
Daring lifts. Gravity-defying tumbles. Eight world-class acrobats investigate physical skill in this love letter to our bodies and the amazing things they let us do...
Jennifer Frautschi & Christina Dahl in Concert
Acclaimed Stony Brook Music faculty members, Jennifer Frautschi, violin, and Christina Dahl, piano, reunite for a program of rarities: three early-twentieth-century voices, from Respighi’s lush...
Disney Pixar’s Coco in Concert – Live to Film
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with a screening of the complete film with Oscar® and Grammy®-winning composer Michael Giacchino’s musical score...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
One Vision of Queen
Experience the power, pageantry, and pure rock spectacle of Queen reborn in ONE VISION OF QUEEN, starring Marc Martel—a high-energy tribute so authentic, you’ll be...
Ballets Jazz Montréal in DANCE ME: The Music of Leonard Cohen
A riveting homage to the famed artist, capturing and celebrating the five seasons, as described in Cohen’s deeply reflective works. ...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Staller Center’s Outreach Orchestra Presents: Holiday Pops
Celebrate the season with a joyful holiday Pops concert the whole family will love! Featuring Guaraldi to Tchaikovsky, it's the perfect way to make holiday...
Jessica Vosk: Sleigh
A must-see holiday show that is both technically impressive and wildly entertaining! Don’t miss this high-energy, Broadway star and powerhouse vocalist in a cabaret-style holiday...
Review: SOUTH PACIFIC at Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company
by Michelle Nielsen - June 10, 2026
In Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC, director Tony Chiofalo captured the essence of this classic show. Often perceived as problematic and racist when examined through a modern lens, the musical was actually written as a statement agains...
Review: HAMLET at Carriage House Players
by Sam Desmond - June 08, 2026
What did our critic think of HAMLET at Carriage House Players?...
Review: YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Bellport Playcrafters Theatre Company
by Michelle Nielsen - June 01, 2026
What did our critic think of YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Bellport Playcrafters Theatre Company?...
Review: HEDDA GABLER at Modern Classics Theatre Company Of Long Island
by Michelle Nielsen - May 25, 2026
What did our critic think of HEDDA GABLER at Modern Classics Theatre Company Of Long Island?...
Review: CAMELOT at The John W. Engeman Theater
by Michelle Nielsen - May 21, 2026
Lerner & Loewe’s magical tale of CAMELOT has been brought to life at The John W. Engeman Theater in Northport by Director Drew Humphrey*. A rarely performed show on Long Island, this production was worth waiting for! Humphrey, a veteran director, choreographer, and performer, created a masterpiece...
Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Plaza Theatrical
by Michelle Nielsen - May 20, 2026
The classic showstopper, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Plaza Theatrical in Elmont is not to be missed! A deeply experienced director, Kevin F. Harrington pulled no punches with this production. From the costumes, scenery, and set pieces to the music, dancing, and acting, the show was polished from start to...
Review: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Theatre Three
by Sam Desmond - May 19, 2026
The story follows the grandson of Victor Frankenstein, Frederick, as a trip to Transylvania becomes less about sorting his dead grandfather’s estate and more about taking up the family business of accidental monster making. To help him in his quest, Frederick has a team of quirky personalities who...
Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Cultural Arts Playhouse-SYOSSET
by Sam Desmond - May 14, 2026
Playing on the main stage at Cultural Arts Playhouse in Syosset this spring is the operatic, rock ‘n rock “Jesus Christ Superstar.”...
Review: COMPANY at Manes Studio Theatre
by Michelle Nielsen - April 28, 2026
Stephen Sondheim’s powerful emotional musical about love, marriage, and being the last single person in a group of married friends, COMPANY, has been brought to life by director Rick Grossman at Manes Studio Theatre. First performed on Broadway in 1970, this groundbreaking show won 6 Tony awards a...
Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Star Playhouse At Stage 74
by Michelle Nielsen - April 27, 2026
What did our critic think of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Star Playhouse At Stage 74?...
Past Shows
Gala: An Evening with Bernadette Peters
Golden Globe winner and three-time Tony Award-winning star Bernadette Peters takes the stage for the 2026 Staller Center Gala!
Stony Brook Opera
Stony Brook Opera is thrilled to present Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice, which initially premiered in 1762 with libretto by Ranieri de’ Calzabigi. The opera tells...
Stony Brook Opera
Stony Brook Opera is thrilled to present Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice, which initially premiered in 1762 with libretto by Ranieri de’ Calzabigi. The opera tells...
An Evening With Vic DiBitetto
The Italian Hurricane returns! Back by popular demand after his last sold-out show at Staller, comedian Vic DiBitetto is ready to tear the roof off...
Starry Nights
The beloved chamber series returns! Colin Carr, Artistic Director and cellist, presents an exciting and eclectic program alongside Jennifer Frautschi, violin, Larry Dutton, viola, and...
Parsons Dance Company
Life-affirming dance that lifts the spirit. Parsons Dance returns to Staller with a program of top-tier technique, exuberance, and emotional range....
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Grand Pistachio Theatre | Layer the Walls Part I
What if the walls of an old New York City apartment could talk? Layer the Walls brings those stories to life with puppets, masks, and...
Jazz at Lincoln Center | Great American Crooners
Experience the golden age of jazz with the velvety melodies and smoky rhythms of quintessential crooners Sinatra, Bennett, and Darin....
Rhythm of the Dance
Embark on a journey through the evolution of Irish Dance. After selling out last year, Rhythm of the Dance returns to the Staller Center for...
Matthew Morrison in Rhythms & Revelations
Tony, Emmy, and Golden Globe nominee Matthew Morrison brings his brand-new show Rhythms & Revelations to Staller for a memorable evening of music, movement, and...
Emerson Legacy Concert with Philip Setzer and Eugene Drucker
The next concert in our Emerson Legacy Series, with special guests Christina Dahl, piano; Linda Setzer, narration; Roberta Cooper, cello....
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Crystal Cimaglia in The Power of Love – An Intimate Tribute to Celine Dion
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the timeless music of one of the most iconic voices of all time–Celine Dion–and Crystal Cimaglia, one of the world’s top...
The Tragedy of Hamlet
Visionary director Robert Lepage and acclaimed choreographer Guillaume Côté join forces in this bold dance-theater reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic tale.Director's Pick! Join us for this...
Itzhak Perlman in Recital
One of the most treasured musicians of our time, live in recital. Violin legend Itzhak Perlman returns in his 80th birthday season, accompanied by his longtime...
DRUM TAO – The Best
Thunderous rhythms, mesmerizing visuals. Direct from Japan, DRUM TAO explodes on stage with a captivating performance full of flash and fire!Discovery Show!Join us for this...
Andrea Chénier
The Met: Live in HD brings all the excitement of a live Metropolitan Opera performance to Staller Center's big screen in the Main Stage Theatre....
Béla Fleck & the Flecktones: Jingle All the Way
The Grammy-winning band returns with a show chock-full of Holiday music, Flecktones style. Featuring special guests Jeff Coffin and Alash!...
LeAnn Rimes: Greatest Hits Christmas
Back by popular demand – hear the internationally acclaimed, multi-platinum-selling singer's greatest hits and new releases alongside all your Holiday favorites!...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Arabella
The Met: Live in HD brings all the excitement of a live Metropolitan Opera performance to Staller Center's big screen in the Main Stage Theatre....
The Doo Wop Project: Echoes of the Street
This Staller fan favorite returns with a brand new show, "Echoes of the Street”, keeping the classic sounds of Doo Wop alive for audiences of...
Starry Nights
A captivating chamber music performance highlighting the extraordinary musicians of Stony Brook University’s Department of Music. The program will include Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet and will feature...
Bindlestiff Family Cirkus
Old-fashioned circus with a contemporary twist–it’s the legendary Bindlestiff Family Cirkus!...
Midori
Playing that transcends technique – every note sings with passion, precision, and soul....
La Bohéme
The Met: Live in HD brings all the excitement of a live Metropolitan Opera performance to Staller Center's big screen in the Main Stage Theatre....
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Celebrity Autobiography
GRAMMY Museum® presents: Celebrity Autobiography: The Music Edition, Volume 5 Wednesday, April 29; 8:00 p.m. All Star Cast including Roger Bart, Debbie Harry, Kristen Johnston,...
An Evening with Kelli O’Hara
A Tony Award winner for The King and I and multiple-time nominee for her performances in Kiss Me, Kate, The Bridges of Madison County, and...
Compagnie Hervé KOUBI in Sol Invictus
A powerful fusion of street dance, contemporary ballet, and raw athleticism — a breathtaking journey of light and strength....
La Sonnambula
The Met: Live in HD brings all the excitement of a live Metropolitan Opera performance to Staller Center's big screen in the Main Stage Theatre....
Jessica Kirson
“If she’s on stage, you have to watch her. Effortlessly funny” –Comedy star, Bill BurrIn an era where only 10% of all touring comedians are...
Disney's Moana - Live-To-Film Concert
Set sail with Moana in this unforgettable experience, where fans can sing along to the hit songs from Disney’s Moana while watching the film on...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Stanley Jordan Trio
A breathless journey to the unexpected. Guitar virtuoso Stanley Jordan, renowned for his groundbreaking "touch technique" and versatile musicality, will bring his mastery to Staller with...
Emerson Legacy Concert – Goerke/Watkins
The next concert in the Emerson Legacy Series, featuring former Emerson String Quartet cellist Paul Watkins (on piano!) and famed soprano Christine Goerke in an...
Brian Stokes Mitchell
“The last leading man.” - The New York TimesTony Award-winning performer Brian Stokes Mitchell returns to the Staller Center to captivate with his powerful baritone...
Stony Brook Opera
Stony Brook Opera is thrilled to present an elegant double bill of Massenet’s Le portrait de Manon and Debussy’s L’enfant prodigue, sung in French with...
Stony Brook Opera
Stony Brook Opera is thrilled to present an elegant double bill of Massenet’s Le portrait de Manon and Debussy’s L’enfant prodigue, sung in French with...
The 7 Fingers in Duel Reality
Telling human stories with superhuman skills—death-defying acrobatics meet life-affirming theatricality! The 7 Fingers return after their highly successful Cuisine & Confessions in 2017 and this time...
The 7 Fingers in Duel Reality
Telling human stories with superhuman skills—death-defying acrobatics meet life-affirming theatricality! The 7 Fingers return after their highly successful Cuisine & Confessions in 2017 and this time...
Peter & The Wolf - Staller Center Outreach Ensemble
Staller Center’s Outreach Ensemble presents the beloved children’s classic, Peter and the Wolf, conducted by Tommy Wu featuring musicians from the Stony Brook Department of...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Rhythm India: Bollywood & Beyond
From Bollywood to Hollywood–an unforgettable celebration of South Asian dance! Vibrant costumes, dynamic music, and stirring rhythms echo the heartbeats of South Asia’s royal palaces...
Chris Distefano
King of Brooklyn Chris Distefano is bringing the comedy chaos home to the Staller Center! Chris Distefano is a standout name in comedy today, rising...
New Orleans Songbook – A Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents Production
Get ready to celebrate all things Mardi Gras with the JALC! Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents brings the soul of New Orleans to an unforgettable...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
The Acting Company - The Comedy of Errors
Calling all Shakespearean comedy enthusiasts! The Acting Company presents The Comedy of Errors, a vibrant production in conjunction with the non-profit, Play On Shakespeare! Follow...
The Great DuBois
An unforgettable circus adventure for all ages! Step right up to The Great DuBois, an extraordinary showcasing of juggling, hula hooping, unicycling, aerial acts, contortion,...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is comprised of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
FeaturedAnthony Nunziata: A Broadway Italian Christmas
The Carnegie Hall headliner brings a feast of Italian Holiday Classics, fresh for the season!...
Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive the Bus - TheaterWorksUSA
Whatever you do, don't let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the #1...
FeaturedAn Evening with Jackie Evancho
Follow Evancho's musical evolution—from her start at ten years old on America's Got Talent through her latest pop album....
Starry Nights | Fall
Enchanting chamber music performance featuring masterful musicians from the Stony Brook University Department of Music, featuring Hagai Shaham, violin, and Colin Carr, cello....
Peridance Contemporary Dance Company
The powerhouse of energetic and evocative. ...
Some Enchanted Evening
The viral sensation Stella Katherine Cole pairs up with Postmodern Jukebox’s Benny Benack III and tap-dancing star Jabu Graybeal to perform jazz-inspired selections of Broadway...
Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque
A stunning and vibrant African cultural experience featuring circus, dance, and music—Afrique en Cirque will leave a lasting impression....
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Malevo
Passionate drumming, explosive dance, and fiery theatrics—Argentina's answer to Stomp and Riverdance....
Wanda Sykes: Please & Thank You Tour with Special Guest Keith Robinson
Wanda Sykes brings razor-sharp wit and unapologetic humor to the stage, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience that leaves you laughing long after the curtains close. ...
Disney Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert
Experience Disney's Encanto while singing along with a live Latin Band as they perform the songs from the film, including fan favorites Surface Pressure, We Don’t...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is composed of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
John Pizzarelli: Stage & Screen
The Grammy-winning crooner celebrates four decades of smooth, swinging Jazz performances. ...
FeaturedRenée Elise Goldsberry
See the Tony Award-winner in a rare concert event. The original Angelica Schuyler from Broadway's Hamilton and current star of Netflix's "Girls5Eva," will sing favorites...
Emerson Legacy Concert presents the Han-Setzer-Finckel Trio
Former Emerson String Quartet members Phil Setzer, violin, and David Finckel, cello, join with acclaimed pianist Wu Han for a chamber evening of Haydn, Beethoven,...
An Evening with Itzhak Perlman
Reigning virtuoso of the violin and classical musician superstar Itzhak Perlman leads the audience through his life with personal photos, clips, and of course live...
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
Dance at its finest and funniest. A guaranteed hoot for people who know nothing of ballet and an absolute must-see for those who think they’ve...
Cirque Flip Fabrique | BLIZZARD
Snow Day Magic created through beautiful madness and breathtaking art. Taking the stage by storm, BLIZZARD promises its audiences a poetic journey through the dead...
Patti LuPone: A Life in Notes
A brand new personal musical memoir from Three-time Tony Award® winner, with Music Direction by Joseph Thalken. Stage and screen icon Patti LuPone makes a...
Starry Nights | Winter
A well-loved chamber music tradition, programmed by Artistic Director Colin Carr. Artists to include Phil Setzer, Alan Kay, Gina Cuffari and Colin Carr.Program: Shostakovich Seven...
POPS! Outreach Ensemble
Classical music meets pop. Mozart and Vivaldi, and Lennon & McCartney too! A one-of-a-kind performance brought to you by our Outreach Ensemble, perfect for kids...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is comprised of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Adam Pascal
A luminary across the realms of theater, television, film, and music, Adam Pascal etched his name into theatrical history by originating the role of Roger...
Rhythm of the Dance
Celebrate all things Irish this St. Patrick’s Day with the National Dance Company of Ireland. A musical and dance extravaganza that brings to life the...
FeaturedLeslie Odom, Jr. | GALA 2024
A multifaceted Tony® and Grammy Award-winning performer – Broadway’s original Aaron Burr in Hamilton....
Veronica Swift
You saw Veronica Swift here in 2021 with Chris Botti. One of the most dazzling and versatile singers of her generation. A mix of jazz,...
Vic DiBitetto
Comedian Vic DiBitetto returns for his second appearance at the Staller Center! Try not to smile. Or laugh. We dare you!...
Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
The Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra is comprised of outstanding musicians from all over the world pursuing advanced studies in the graduate school of the Department...
Emerson Legacy Concert
The first concert in this new Legacy Series, featuring Emerson String Quartet members Eugene Drucker, violin, and Lawrence Dutton, viola....
Drum Tao
Japan’s No.1 Sensation! The best in drumming, martial arts, and so much more. Drum Tao creates the best drumming show in the world using taiko drums,...
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra features 15 of the finest jazz soloists and ensemble players in the industry today, led by nine-time Grammy Award-winning...
Michael Feinstein: Get Happy
MICHAEL FEINSTEIN: GET HAPPY!A Centenniel Celebration of Judy GarlandSATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2022 | 8PM | MAIN STAGESTALLER CENTER FOR THE ARTSSTONY BROOK UNIVERSITYSTONY BROOK, NY Cabaret...
TAO: Drum Heart
Athletic bodies and contemporary costumes meet explosive Taiko drumming! A Staller Center Main Stage event that is truly an extraordinary experience. Japanese drumming by TAO...
Lezginka- The State Dance Ensemble of Daghestan, Russia
Fiery dances as well as dances of elegance and beauty with over thirty dancers on the Staller Center Main Stage. See this magnificent troupe bring...
Fela! The Concert
Fela! The Concert brings the essence of the Tony Award winning Broadway musical to the Staller Cener Main Stage. The eclectic sounds and powerful lyrics...
Imago Theatre - La Belle
Staller Center presents a show for all ages. Imago Theatre's La Belle, is a theatrical show for families that includes puppets, actors, a large whirring...
Stephanie Quayle
Rising Country music star, Stephane Quayle, brings her new songs to Staller Center's intimate Recital Hall. A few of the singer/songwriter's songs include "Selfish," "Drinking...
Emerson String Quartet
The renowned Emerson String Quartet will present a program that includes two Beethoven Quartets and a Shostakovich Quartet. Members of the Emerson are Eugene Drucker...
FeaturedMartha Graham Dance Company
Martha Graham Dance Company, a leader in contemporary dance since its founding in 1926, performs at Staller Center with new programming as well as Martha...
FeaturedVijay Iyer Sextet
Jazz by the pianist Vijay Iyer - The Vijay Iyer Sextet is pure jazz by a remarkable group of musicians. "Trailblazing..one of his generations brightest...
Emerson String Quartet
The Emerson String Quartet, one of the most celebrated quartets in the world, performs in the intimate Staller Center Recital Hall. The program includes Beethoven...
Videos
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CAMELOT The John W. Engeman Theater (5/14-6/28) |
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Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County (6/19-7/19) |
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Solstice Debut Theater Company (6/19-6/28) |
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Pippin Frank and Jill Productions (7/30-8/01) |
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Norm Lewis - An Evening With Norm Lewis LTV Studios (6/28-6/28) PHOTOS |
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Urinetown the musical South Shore Theatre (7/24-7/24) |
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Urinetown the musical South Shore Theatre (7/17-7/17) |
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I Hate Hamlet by Paul Rudnick South Shore Theatre (8/22-8/22) |
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Melissa Errico: The Streisand Effect | Bay Street Theater, Sag Harbor Bay Street Theater (8/17-8/17) |
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Staller Center’s Outreach Orchestra Presents: Holiday Pops Staller Center for the Arts (12/06-12/06) |
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