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Caveat

Address:
21 A Clinton St

New York, NY 10002

SEATING CAPACITY: 110
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Caveat History

Caveat is a 110-seat live show venue and bar on Clinton street in the lower east side. Find the street-level black door marked with a purple C just a couple doors south of Rizzo’s Pizza, head down a flight of stairs, and behind the purple curtain you’ll discover a spacious 5,000 square foot cabaret-style speakeasy theater, complete with a library nook, leather armchairs and wood panelling.

Shows at the Caveat

DATES PRODUCTION
9/10/2019 - 5/7/2020 Chaos Theory (2021)

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Best Cabaret in May 2026: Harry Connick Jr., Lillias White, Melissa Manchester & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 30, 2026

We've put together a list of some of the biggest stars of the stage and screen and the biggest names in jazz, cabaret, comedy and Broadway with shows in NYC. Now's your chance to see these stars live, in-person and in an intimate venue
Cabaret Roundup: April 27-May 3- Stephen Schwartz, Lillias White & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 27, 2026

Here are a few top picks to consider this week including a New York Pops concert honoring Broadway legend Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Godspell), a new solo show by Natasha Vaynblat (The Tonight Show, Comedy Central), Lyrics & Lyricists, and more.
Sketch Comedy Team Cliff Hanger Will Present Best-Of Showcase at Caveat NYC
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026

NYC sketch comedy group Cliff Hanger will present a best-of showcase at Caveat, with opening act Sydney Duncan, newest cast member of NICK CANNON PRESENTS: WILD 'N OUT and SNL Scholarship Award recipient.
POP PRINCEXX To Perform At CaveatNYC
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 26, 2026

FATE Productions will present POP PRINCEXX at Caveat NYC, featuring a cast of femme and nonbinary performers singing selections from pop and princess icons, music directed by Tiffany Marie Wilhelm.
Cast Set for EXISTENTIAL QUESTIONS OF THE 21ST CENTURY Concert at Caveat
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026

Existential Questions of the 21st Century, a musical comedy about climate doomerism by Sam Balzac, will present a one-day concert reading at Caveat in NYC, featuring an eight-person cast.
Emily Markoe's MY LITTLE PHOBIA Will Hold One Night Only at Caveat NYC
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026

Writer-performer Emily Markoe brings MY LITTLE PHOBIA, her dark comedy solo show about emetophobia and OCD, to Caveat in New York for one night only following sold-out runs at Hollywood Fringe and Edinburgh Fringe.
DEAD OUTLAW and More Set For Theater Wit 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026

Theater Wit announced its 2026-27 season, featuring Chicago premieres of ADOLESCENT SALVATION, DEAD OUTLAW, and WE HAD A WORLD, plus the return of WHO'S HOLIDAY! in its sixth consecutive holiday run.
Cabaret Roundup: April 20-26- Samantha Bee, Betty Buckley & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 20, 2026

Here are a few top picks to consider in NYC this week including comedian Samantha Bee (Daily Show), Hugh Panaro (Phantom of the Opera), Betty Buckley (Annie Get Your Gun) and more.
Clarita De Gennaro Led Thoughts and Prayers in Fringe Festival Run at The Chain Theatre
by Felicitas de la Fare - Apr 18, 2026

What did our critic think of CLARITA DE GENNARO at Aaaa?
Yaroslav Zubko to Present Solo Comedy Show BEFORE THE WAR IS OVER at Caveat NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026

Comedian Yaroslav Zubko will perform his debut solo show at Caveat in New York, blending dark humor with personal storytelling about war, displacement, and identity.
Repertorio Español Names 2026–2027 New York Community Trust Van Lier Fellows
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026

Repertorio Español announced BT Hayes and Geo Rivera as its 2026–2027 New York Community Trust Van Lier Fellows, who will each direct fully realized productions at the company's New York City home.
Review: Revamped MEAN GIRLS Musical Debuts at La Mirada Theatre
by Michael Quintos - Apr 15, 2026

Now having its Southern California regional production, MEAN GIRLS - THE MUSICAL continues performances at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through May 3, 2026. Produced by McCoy Rigby Entertainment, this fun, high-energy, youthfully-targeted new iteration of the 2018 stage adaptation of Tina Fey’s beloved 2004 film comedy looks and feels like a brand new show—boosted by impressive new visuals and a highly-caffeinated ensemble whose enthusiasm and verve is quite infectious. A dazzling, entertaining show with high-caliber polish, La Mirada's production is a slick, electrically-charged iteration that is a worthwhile new chapter in the show’s evolution.
Josh Daniel Will Make His NYC Solo Debut at The Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026

Josh Daniel, known for his work in THE BOOK OF MORMON and LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, will present his first solo show, BAYOU BOY, at The Green Room 42 joined by Tony nominee Grey Henson and other Broadway guests.
NYC’S BEST WORST 10 MINUTE PLAYFEST Set For April At Caveat
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2026

Amoeba Productions will present THE BEST WORST 10 MINUTE PLAYFEST on April 4 at Caveat in New York City. The event will feature six original short plays created by emerging artists using classic theatrical tropes. Tickets are now available.
Review: COMEDIANS EARNESTLY SINGING MUSICAL THEATRE Is Still Going Strong
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 9, 2026

COMEDIANS EARNESTLY SINGING MUSICAL THEATRE celebrated its fifth anniversary with a Friday February 27, 2026 show at Joe’s Pub. Zach Schiffman and Reid Pope give former theater kids turned comedians the chance to return to the stage.
A 'CONFESSIONAL' OF A RECOVERING CATHOLIC: THE MUSICAL Comes to New York City Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Julie McNamara's solo show, A 'Confessional' of A Recovering Catholic: The Musical will be presented as part of the 2026 New York City Fringe Festival with FRIGID New York at UNDER St. Marks.
Trans Voices Cabaret Returns To Caveat
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Trans Voices Cabaret, NYC's premier cabaret featuring transgender and nonbinary seasoned performers and rising stars in the musical theater community, will return to Caveat in Manhattan on Sunday, April 5th at 5:00pm with a brand new show!
REacting Theater Will Present SHORT PLAY SERIES VOL. 3: AM/OR at Caveat NYC
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

REacting Theater returns with SHORT PLAY SERIES VOL. 3: AM/OR, exploring modern love through three original plays on March 15 at Caveat NYC.
Exclusive Photos: Jessica Lia Berry Kicks Off I’M STILL NOT THAT GIRL Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026

The tour for I’m Still Not That Girl, the one-woman show from actress and writer Jessica Lia Berry and director Bailey Nassetta, is now underway. Take a look at exclusive photos from the tour here.
GET WORK To Bring Live Job Interview Comedy To Caveat
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026

GET WORK will take place March 21 at Caveat in New York City. Hosted by Dan Vetrano, the improv comedy show features comedians attempting live job interviews using fake résumés in front of real hiring professionals.

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