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Judson Memorial Church History
The Judson Memorial Church is located on Washington Square South between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, near Gould Plaza, opposite Washington Square Park, in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of the New York City borough of Manhattan.
Shows at the Judson Memorial Church
DATES PRODUCTION 1/31/2019 - 2/1/2019 The Courtroom (2019) 7/27/1979 - 7/27/1979 Someone's in the Kitchen with Dinah (1979) 4/13/1973 - 4/13/1973 The Faggot (1973) 11/1/1968 - 11/1/1968 Peace (1968) 10/12/1963 - 10/12/1963 The Prince and the Pauper (1963) - Dracula Sabbat (1970) - The Journey of Snow White (1971)
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The Drama League to Present Memorial Event To Honor Associate Artistic Director Nilan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2026
The Drama League has revealed details for the upcoming memorial celebration of Nilan, The Drama League’s longtime Associate Artistic Director, who unexpectedly passed away after a brief illness.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2026
The Drama League has revealed details for the upcoming memorial celebration of Nilan, The Drama League’s longtime Associate Artistic Director, who unexpectedly passed away after a brief illness.
Theater For The New City To Honor Estelle Parsons
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026
Academy Award-winning actress Estelle Parsons is returning to Theater for the New City as the honoree at its annual Love and Courage gala to raise money to present the work of emerging playwrights.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026
Academy Award-winning actress Estelle Parsons is returning to Theater for the New City as the honoree at its annual Love and Courage gala to raise money to present the work of emerging playwrights.
Yuval Ron Ensemble to Perform Sacred Music at Judson Memorial Church
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The Yuval Ron Ensemble, featuring Sufi Qawwali master Sukhawat Ali Khan, will present a concert blending Sufi and Jewish sacred music traditions in Manhattan on February 21, 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The Yuval Ron Ensemble, featuring Sufi Qawwali master Sukhawat Ali Khan, will present a concert blending Sufi and Jewish sacred music traditions in Manhattan on February 21, 2026.
World Music Institute Reveals Spring-Summer 2026 40th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026
World Music Institute will continue celebrating 40 years of presenting the finest global music and dance in New York City with a brand-new Spring-Summer season full of new discoveries, old favorites, and special events.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026
World Music Institute will continue celebrating 40 years of presenting the finest global music and dance in New York City with a brand-new Spring-Summer season full of new discoveries, old favorites, and special events.
Pink Fang Artistic Director, New Work Mei Ann Teo Named 2026 United States Artist Fellow
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026
Mei Ann Teo, Artistic Director of New Work at Pink Fang, has been honored as a 2026 United States Artist Fellow, receiving a $50,000 award for her contributions to the arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026
Mei Ann Teo, Artistic Director of New Work at Pink Fang, has been honored as a 2026 United States Artist Fellow, receiving a $50,000 award for her contributions to the arts.
THE BIG BANG BENEFIT Comes to Judson Memorial Church in February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will present THE BIG BANG BENEFIT on February 5th and 6th, featuring live readings, music, and dinners to support downtown New York's artistic community. The event includes performances by notable actors and musicians, with proceeds aiding Judson Commons.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will present THE BIG BANG BENEFIT on February 5th and 6th, featuring live readings, music, and dinners to support downtown New York's artistic community. The event includes performances by notable actors and musicians, with proceeds aiding Judson Commons.
The Bessies 2024 And 2025 Award Nominations Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
Dixon Place will present the prestigious Bessies award ceremony, recognizing outstanding dance and performance artists, on January 20. This event highlights the achievements in dance and provides a platform for artists to be acknowledged.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
Dixon Place will present the prestigious Bessies award ceremony, recognizing outstanding dance and performance artists, on January 20. This event highlights the achievements in dance and provides a platform for artists to be acknowledged.
Judson Memorial Church to Host A BIG BANG BENEFIT Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will host A Big Bang Benefit, a two-night festival of live readings, music, and communal dinners celebrating the church's 133-year tradition of supporting bold, artist-driven work in downtown New York.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will host A Big Bang Benefit, a two-night festival of live readings, music, and communal dinners celebrating the church's 133-year tradition of supporting bold, artist-driven work in downtown New York.
Pink Fang To Present Spring 2026 Premieres Of Two New Works
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2025
Pink Fang has announced the premiere of two new theatrical works in 2026, along with the remainder of its 2025–26 season programming. The announcement follows the recent Ping Chong Archival Symposium held at Hunter College.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2025
Pink Fang has announced the premiere of two new theatrical works in 2026, along with the remainder of its 2025–26 season programming. The announcement follows the recent Ping Chong Archival Symposium held at Hunter College.
Photos: IndieSpace Reveals Recipients Of Their 2025 Pay Your People Grants
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
IndieSpace, an organization established to disrupt the ongoing displacement of small theaters and to create a new model for equitable funding. See photos from their event!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
IndieSpace, an organization established to disrupt the ongoing displacement of small theaters and to create a new model for equitable funding. See photos from their event!
Brendan Fernandes to Join A TALE OF TODAY Series at Driehaus Museum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025
The Driehaus Museum will present Brendan Fernandes: In the Round as the next iteration of its A Tale of Today series that places contemporary art in dialogue with the art, architecture, and design of the Museum.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025
The Driehaus Museum will present Brendan Fernandes: In the Round as the next iteration of its A Tale of Today series that places contemporary art in dialogue with the art, architecture, and design of the Museum.
METRA Audio Drama Series Releases Full Nine-Episode Season Led By Jeannette Bayardelle
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
A new audio drama adaptation of Metra is now available from creators Emily and Ned Hartford. The nine-episode limited series features a Broadway and NYC theatre cast led by Tony-nominee Jeannette Bayardelle.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
A new audio drama adaptation of Metra is now available from creators Emily and Ned Hartford. The nine-episode limited series features a Broadway and NYC theatre cast led by Tony-nominee Jeannette Bayardelle.
Jeannette Bayardelle, Fred Inkley & More Star in METRA Audio Drama
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
New York theatremakers Ned and Emily Hartford have expanded their climate justice musical into an audio drama series, now live on all podcast platforms.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
New York theatremakers Ned and Emily Hartford have expanded their climate justice musical into an audio drama series, now live on all podcast platforms.
Actionplay Voices Choir To Host Holiday Gala (Winter Spectacular!) & Cha-Chingle Jingle Mingle
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Actionplay has announced its upcoming performance, Actionplay Voices Choir Holiday Gala (Winter Spectacular!) & Cha-Chingle Jingle Mingle!, taking place on Thursday, December 11 at 7 p.m. at Judson Memorial Church in the East Village.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Actionplay has announced its upcoming performance, Actionplay Voices Choir Holiday Gala (Winter Spectacular!) & Cha-Chingle Jingle Mingle!, taking place on Thursday, December 11 at 7 p.m. at Judson Memorial Church in the East Village.
PINCH, a Dance-Theatre Work by Sacha Vega, to Make New York Premiere at 3AM Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
PINCH, an experimental dance-theatre piece created by Sacha Vega, will receive its New York premiere at 3AM Theatre in Astoria on December 12 and 13.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
PINCH, an experimental dance-theatre piece created by Sacha Vega, will receive its New York premiere at 3AM Theatre in Astoria on December 12 and 13.
HOLIDAY To Run At Judson Memorial Church In December
by Gillian Blum - Nov 16, 2025
Performances of Holiday run December 3 through December 7, 2025, with tickets priced at $20, and audiences are invited to gather around a communal crafting table for an evening of storytelling, reflection, and connection.
by Gillian Blum - Nov 16, 2025
Performances of Holiday run December 3 through December 7, 2025, with tickets priced at $20, and audiences are invited to gather around a communal crafting table for an evening of storytelling, reflection, and connection.
Pioneers Go East Collective to Present Out-FRONT! Festival 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Pioneers Go East Collective, an artist-driven incubator for thought-provoking art, has revealed the lineup for the fourth edition of the Out-FRONT! Festival. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Pioneers Go East Collective, an artist-driven incubator for thought-provoking art, has revealed the lineup for the fourth edition of the Out-FRONT! Festival. Learn more!
Ars Nova Unveils 2025-2026 Artists in Residence
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2025
Ars Nova has revealed its inaugural Artists in Residence cohort for the 2025–2026 season. Ars Nova’s Artists in Residence Program is for early-career performing artists of all disciplines to explore a project in house. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2025
Ars Nova has revealed its inaugural Artists in Residence cohort for the 2025–2026 season. Ars Nova’s Artists in Residence Program is for early-career performing artists of all disciplines to explore a project in house. Learn more!
PLAY DEAD Comes to Horse Hospital and Playhouse East
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025
Mia Hull will direct Bailey Edwards' new play Play Dead , a queer, darkly comic modern myth about love, loss, and the brutal ways heartbreak consumes us. It features Edwards and Annalisa Plumb in the cast.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025
Mia Hull will direct Bailey Edwards' new play Play Dead , a queer, darkly comic modern myth about love, loss, and the brutal ways heartbreak consumes us. It features Edwards and Annalisa Plumb in the cast.
IndieSpace Reveals Community Building Events & Grant Programs For Indie Theater Artists This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
IndieSpace has revealed their fall slate of events and grant programs for indie theater artists. See the full lineup here and learn more about the programming!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
IndieSpace has revealed their fall slate of events and grant programs for indie theater artists. See the full lineup here and learn more about the programming!
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