Primary Stages
Address:
59E59 Theaters
59 East 59th Street
New York, NY 10022
Primary Stages History
Primary Stages is dedicated to inspiring, supporting, and sharing the art of playwriting. Since they were founded in 1984, they have produced more than 135 new plays. Their mainstage productions are produced at 59E59.
Shows at the Primary Stages
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2/28/2026 | - | 4/12/2026 | |
| 3/1/2025 | - | 4/13/2025 | |
| 5/15/2019 | - | 6/29/2019 | |
| 1/16/2019 | - | 2/15/2019 | |
| 3/22/2017 | - | 4/28/2017 | |
| 1/23/2013 | - | 4/28/2013 | |
| 10/18/2006 | - | 11/4/2006 | |
| 8/9/2006 | - | 9/3/2006 | |
| 5/18/2004 | - | 6/27/2004 | |
| 1/12/2004 | - | 1/12/2004 | |
| 11/13/2002 | - | 12/22/2002 | |
| 9/23/2002 | - | 10/13/2002 | |
| 5/20/2002 | - | 6/23/2002 | |
| 5/17/2000 | - | 8/6/2000 | |
| 3/8/2000 | - | 3/25/2000 | |
| 10/20/1999 | - | ||
| 5/5/1999 | - | 8/15/1999 | |
| 4/14/1999 | - | 5/16/1999 | |
| 3/10/1999 | - | 4/11/1999 | |
| 1/3/1999 | - | 2/14/1999 | |
| 10/7/1998 | - | 1/2/1999 | |
| 5/20/1998 | - | ||
| 3/17/1998 | - | ||
| 1/27/1998 | - | ||
| 11/5/1997 | - | ||
| 5/6/1997 | - | ||
| 4/2/1997 | - | ||
| 3/5/1997 | - | ||
| 1/16/1997 | - | ||
| 11/16/1996 | - | ||
| 10/17/1996 | - | ||
| 5/8/1996 | - | 6/23/1996 | |
| 3/6/1996 | - | 4/27/1996 | |
| 1/16/1996 | - | 3/31/1996 | |
| 1/10/1996 | - | 2/11/1996 | |
| 10/11/1995 | - | 11/12/1995 | |
| 5/10/1995 | - | 6/11/1995 | |
| 3/3/1995 | - | 4/9/1995 | |
| 1/18/1995 | - | 2/19/1995 | |
| 9/11/1994 | - | 10/3/1994 | |
| 5/14/1994 | - | 6/5/1994 | |
| 4/6/1994 | - | 5/1/1994 | |
| 11/24/1993 | - | 2/13/1994 | |
| 9/29/1993 | - | 10/24/1993 | |
| 5/23/1993 | - | 5/25/1993 | |
| 5/16/1993 | - | 5/18/1993 | |
| 5/9/1993 | - | 5/11/1993 | |
| 4/29/1993 | - | 5/23/1993 | |
| 2/28/1993 | - | 3/2/1993 | |
| 2/20/1993 | - | 2/23/1993 | |
| 2/4/1993 | - | 3/7/1993 | |
| 10/1/1992 | - | 11/1/1992 | |
| 4/26/1992 | - | ||
| 2/4/1992 | - | 3/1/1992 | |
| 11/24/1991 | - | 12/22/1991 | |
| 1/17/1991 | - | 2/3/1991 | |
| 9/6/1990 | - | 9/29/1990 | |
| 6/8/1990 | - | 6/30/1990 | |
| 2/16/1990 | - | 3/17/1990 | |
| 11/21/1989 | - | 12/9/1989 | |
| 9/15/1989 | - | 10/7/1989 | |
| 2/9/1989 | - | 3/4/1989 | |
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News
The Bengsons' OHIO to Make New York Debut at Greenwich House Theater in January
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2026
The Obie Award-winning musical OHIO, following sold-out runs in Edinburgh and London, will open at Greenwich House Theater in New York. The production features an original score and explores themes of faith, loss, and hope.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2026
The Obie Award-winning musical OHIO, following sold-out runs in Edinburgh and London, will open at Greenwich House Theater in New York. The production features an original score and explores themes of faith, loss, and hope.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 21, 2026- First Look at Billy Crystal in 860 and More
by - Oct 21, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 21, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Primary Stages Adds Four Members to Board of Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2026
Primary Stages has added new Board members. The Board represents a passionate group of theater-lovers committed to advancing Primary Stages' mission 'to inspire, support, produce, and share the art of playwriting.'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2026
Primary Stages has added new Board members. The Board represents a passionate group of theater-lovers committed to advancing Primary Stages' mission 'to inspire, support, produce, and share the art of playwriting.'
59E59 Theaters Unveils Winter 2027 Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026
59E59 Theaters will present seven productions featuring new works and adaptations from companies including Red Bull Theater, Primary Stages, and LAByrinth Theater Company, with performances by Daphne Rubin-Vega and Aasif Mandvi.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026
59E59 Theaters will present seven productions featuring new works and adaptations from companies including Red Bull Theater, Primary Stages, and LAByrinth Theater Company, with performances by Daphne Rubin-Vega and Aasif Mandvi.
SEAGULLS to Make New England Premiere at Wilbury Theatre Group
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026
Wilbury Theatre Group announced the cast and creative team for the New England premiere of SEAGULLS, an indie-rock musical by Beth Hyland inspired by Chekhov's The Seagull, directed by Rebecca Willingham.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026
Wilbury Theatre Group announced the cast and creative team for the New England premiere of SEAGULLS, an indie-rock musical by Beth Hyland inspired by Chekhov's The Seagull, directed by Rebecca Willingham.
Colt Coeur Names 2026-2027 Resident Artists & Reveals Second Beacon Commission
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
Colt Coeur selected eight artists for its residency program in its ninth year and named playwright Kallan Dana as the second Beacon Commission recipient. Dana's project focuses on Vietnam War-era draft evasion.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
Colt Coeur selected eight artists for its residency program in its ninth year and named playwright Kallan Dana as the second Beacon Commission recipient. Dana's project focuses on Vietnam War-era draft evasion.
A BODEGA PRINCESS REMEMBERS to Make Florida Premiere in Tampa Bay
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2026
Iraisa Ann Reilly's Off-Broadway solo show opens in Pinellas Park, staged in a church fellowship hall with intimate 35-seat performances. The autobiographical production explores a Three Kings Day celebration in a bodega owner's childhood community.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2026
Iraisa Ann Reilly's Off-Broadway solo show opens in Pinellas Park, staged in a church fellowship hall with intimate 35-seat performances. The autobiographical production explores a Three Kings Day celebration in a bodega owner's childhood community.
Meet the Cast of A FEW GOOD MEN, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Performances are now underway for the first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men, which will play at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theater. Meet the cast of A Few Good Men here.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Performances are now underway for the first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men, which will play at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theater. Meet the cast of A Few Good Men here.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 7, 2026- DIRTY DANCING Heads to Broadway and More
by - Oct 7, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 7, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Primary Stages Gala Honors Ann Harada, Cathy Bendall and Cherry Lane Alternative
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 6, 2026
Just last night, Primary Stages hosted their 2026 Fall Gala, honoring Ann Harada with the Einhorn Mentorship Award, Cherry Lane Alternative with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award, and Cathy Bendall with the inaugural Theater Service Award. The special night was directed by Michael Heitzman, with music direction by Will Van Dyke. Check out photos from inside the big night here!
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 6, 2026
Just last night, Primary Stages hosted their 2026 Fall Gala, honoring Ann Harada with the Einhorn Mentorship Award, Cherry Lane Alternative with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award, and Cathy Bendall with the inaugural Theater Service Award. The special night was directed by Michael Heitzman, with music direction by Will Van Dyke. Check out photos from inside the big night here!
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME to Open Rep's Studio Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2026
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis will launch its Studio Series with Heidi Schreck's Pulitzer Prize finalist play, featuring a live debate with local high school students.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2026
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis will launch its Studio Series with Heidi Schreck's Pulitzer Prize finalist play, featuring a live debate with local high school students.
Two World Premieres and More Set for Lucille Lortel Theatre 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2026
Lucille Lortel Theatre has revealed its 2026-27 season, featuring the world premieres of Fantasma and You Seem Sad, along with a digital reading of American Nightmare and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2026
Lucille Lortel Theatre has revealed its 2026-27 season, featuring the world premieres of Fantasma and You Seem Sad, along with a digital reading of American Nightmare and more.
Review: PERFECT ARRANGEMENT at The Players
by John McDaid - Oct 1, 2026
PERFECT ARRANGEMENT at The Players. A timely gut punch, elegantly delivered
by John McDaid - Oct 1, 2026
PERFECT ARRANGEMENT at The Players. A timely gut punch, elegantly delivered
Cast Set for FANTASMA Make World Premiere at Primary Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
PRIMARY STAGES has revealed the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Fantasma by Benjamin Benne and directed by Laurie Woolery, presented by Primary Stages and Lucille Lortel Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
PRIMARY STAGES has revealed the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Fantasma by Benjamin Benne and directed by Laurie Woolery, presented by Primary Stages and Lucille Lortel Theatre.
The Cell Unveils 27 Resident Artists for 2027-28 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2026
the cell in Chelsea will present 22 new projects from over 27 resident playwrights, composers, designers, and interdisciplinary artists developing new work through readings, workshops, and staged productions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2026
the cell in Chelsea will present 22 new projects from over 27 resident playwrights, composers, designers, and interdisciplinary artists developing new work through readings, workshops, and staged productions.
THE BUZZER to Be Presented as Part of Conundrum Theatre Company's New Works Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026
Chandra Thomas' The Buzzer will be presented September 20 and 26 as part of Conundrum Theatre Company's New Works Festival at the Victory Theatre Center, directed by Titus Telge.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026
Chandra Thomas' The Buzzer will be presented September 20 and 26 as part of Conundrum Theatre Company's New Works Festival at the Victory Theatre Center, directed by Titus Telge.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2026 - A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
Playwright Tori Keenan-Zelt to Join Upcoming Event at The Drama Book Shop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2026
The Drama Book Shop will present an exclusive event celebrating THE JONBENÉT GAME, featuring a live scene performance, panel discussion, and script signing with playwright Tori Keenan-Zelt.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2026
The Drama Book Shop will present an exclusive event celebrating THE JONBENÉT GAME, featuring a live scene performance, panel discussion, and script signing with playwright Tori Keenan-Zelt.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 16, 2026- Reece Weaver Gives CHICAGO A Box Office Boost and More
by - Sep 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Sep 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Julie Benko, Bryce Pinkham and More to Perform at Primary Stages 2026 Fall Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2026
PRIMARY STAGES revealed performers for their 2026 Fall Gala, honoring Ann Harada with the Einhorn Mentorship Award, and Cherry Lane Alternative with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2026
PRIMARY STAGES revealed performers for their 2026 Fall Gala, honoring Ann Harada with the Einhorn Mentorship Award, and Cherry Lane Alternative with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award.
Primary Stages Frequently Asked Questions
- What show is currently in Primary Stages?
- Primary Stages's current show is Calf Scramble which began performances on 02/28/2026
- What when was Primary Stages built?
- Primary Stages was built in 1902.
- How many seats does Primary Stages have?
- Primary Stages has 199 seats.
- What were the longest running shows at Primary Stages?
- This Lime Tree Bower which ran from 05/05/1999 to 08/15/1999, The Old Settler which ran from 10/07/1998 to 01/02/1999, When They Speak of Rita which ran from 05/17/2000 to 08/06/2000, and All in the Timing which ran from 11/24/1993 to 02/13/1994
- What show is next for Primary Stages?
- Primary Stages's next show is Calf Scramble which begins performances on 2/28/2026.
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