Sheen Center for Thought and Culture
Address:
18 Bleecker St
New York, NY 10012
Sheen Center for Thought and Culture History
Named after the late Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, best known for his popular radio and TV ministry in the 1950s and 60s, The Sheen Center for Thought & Culture is a project of the Archdiocese of New York, presenting more than 75 events in theatre, film, music, and thought per season. The state-of-the-art complex has a 274-seat proscenium theater equipped with five-camera high-definition livestream capability and a multi-track recording studio with thirty-two onstage inputs; an 80-seat black box theater; four rehearsal studios; and an art gallery.
Shows at the Sheen Center for Thought and Culture
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/14/2026 | - | 5/10/2026 | |
| 1/22/2026 | - | 1/31/2026 | |
| 1/28/2025 | - | 3/23/2025 | |
| 11/30/2019 | - | 12/29/2019 | |
| 4/6/2019 | - | 5/12/2019 | |
| 11/9/2018 | - | 12/30/2018 | |
| 3/16/2018 | - | 4/22/2018 | |
| 10/25/2017 | - | 11/26/2017 | |
| 5/10/2017 | - | 6/3/2017 | |
| 2/21/2017 | - | 3/19/2017 | |
| 10/16/2016 | - | 11/13/2016 | |
| 3/24/2016 | - | 4/17/2016 | |
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News
New Hazlett Theater Names Melissa Cardello-Linton as First Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2026
The Pittsburgh venue named its first Artistic Director while launching ForgeWorks, a new program for developing works with producers and cultural institutions, alongside a rebrand.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2026
The Pittsburgh venue named its first Artistic Director while launching ForgeWorks, a new program for developing works with producers and cultural institutions, alongside a rebrand.
NaTasha Yvette Williams, Nkeki Obi-Melekwe and More Join DELTA BLUE Concert at The Sheen Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
The Sheen Center has revealed the full cast for Delta Blue: The Making of a New Musical, featuring Broadway veterans Nkeki Obi-Melekwe and NaTasha Yvette Williams, produced by Tamara Tunie and directed by Kent Gash.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
The Sheen Center has revealed the full cast for Delta Blue: The Making of a New Musical, featuring Broadway veterans Nkeki Obi-Melekwe and NaTasha Yvette Williams, produced by Tamara Tunie and directed by Kent Gash.
New Musical DELTA BLUE to Have Benefit Concert at The Sheen Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026
The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture will present a benefit performance of Delta Blue: The Making of a New Musical—a unique behind-the-scenes showcase of songs and stories from the new Broadway-bound musical at The Sheen Center’s Loreto Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026
The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture will present a benefit performance of Delta Blue: The Making of a New Musical—a unique behind-the-scenes showcase of songs and stories from the new Broadway-bound musical at The Sheen Center’s Loreto Theatre.
Photos: 1st Look at DUST OF EGYPT, New Play at NYC's Sheen Center
by Gillian Blum - Mar 9, 2026
Here's a first look at Dust of Egypt: The Story of Sojourner Truth written by Karin Abarbanel being staged through March 29, 2026, at The Frank Shiner Theater, The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture.
by Gillian Blum - Mar 9, 2026
Here's a first look at Dust of Egypt: The Story of Sojourner Truth written by Karin Abarbanel being staged through March 29, 2026, at The Frank Shiner Theater, The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture.
Photos: Meet the Cast of DUST OF EGYPT At Sheen Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
The Real Artists LLC has released first look photos of the cast of Dust of Egypt: The Story of Sojourner Truth, a heroic saga of a young mother’s fight to save her son, written by Karin Abarbanel.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
The Real Artists LLC has released first look photos of the cast of Dust of Egypt: The Story of Sojourner Truth, a heroic saga of a young mother’s fight to save her son, written by Karin Abarbanel.
Photos: Cast of DUST OF EGYPT at The Frank Shiner Theater/Sheen Center For Thought & Culture
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
All new photos have been released of the cast for Dust of Egypt: The Story of Sojourner Truth, a heroic saga of a young mother’s fight to save her son presented by The Real Artists LLC and written by Karin Abarbanel.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
All new photos have been released of the cast for Dust of Egypt: The Story of Sojourner Truth, a heroic saga of a young mother’s fight to save her son presented by The Real Artists LLC and written by Karin Abarbanel.
DUST OF EGYPT: The Story of Sojourner Truth to Debut at The Sheen Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026
The Real Artists LLC will present Dust of Egypt: The Story of Sojourner Truth, a heroic saga of a young mother's fight to save her son, written by Karin Abarbanel.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026
The Real Artists LLC will present Dust of Egypt: The Story of Sojourner Truth, a heroic saga of a young mother's fight to save her son, written by Karin Abarbanel.
The Entertainment Community Fund Reveals 2025 Alex Dubé Scholarship Program Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
The Entertainment Community Fund has revealed the five recipients of the 2025 Alex Dubé Scholarship Program. Learn more about the fund and about the recipients here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
The Entertainment Community Fund has revealed the five recipients of the 2025 Alex Dubé Scholarship Program. Learn more about the fund and about the recipients here.
Austin Pendleton and More to Star in A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at The Resident Acting Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025
This fall, The Resident Acting Company will present William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Sheen Center for Thought and Culture in the Frank Shiner Theatre. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025
This fall, The Resident Acting Company will present William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Sheen Center for Thought and Culture in the Frank Shiner Theatre. Learn more!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 1, 2025
by - Aug 1, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours
by - Aug 1, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours
Carolee Carmello and More to Star in PRODIGAL DAUGHTERS by Elizabeth A. Davis and Lauren Daigle
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
PRODIGAL DAUGHTERS, a new musical with book and concept by Tony Award nominee Elizabeth A. Davis and music and lyrics by Grammy & Dove Award Winner Lauren Daigle, will be performed at The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
PRODIGAL DAUGHTERS, a new musical with book and concept by Tony Award nominee Elizabeth A. Davis and music and lyrics by Grammy & Dove Award Winner Lauren Daigle, will be performed at The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture. Learn more!
Double Bill of BLACK WATER & SAVIOR Comes to City Lyric Opera
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025
City Lyric Opera will present Black Water by Jeremy Beck and Savior by Amy Beth Kirsten, a double bill of gripping chamber operas that interrogate female agency across time.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025
City Lyric Opera will present Black Water by Jeremy Beck and Savior by Amy Beth Kirsten, a double bill of gripping chamber operas that interrogate female agency across time.
Oren Safdie's BEYOND KEN DRYDEN Premieres at The Young Centre For The Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2025
Beyond Ken Dryden, which received critical acclaim during its Montreal run, will make its Toronto premiere at Soulpepper Theatre's Young Centre for the Performing Arts.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2025
Beyond Ken Dryden, which received critical acclaim during its Montreal run, will make its Toronto premiere at Soulpepper Theatre's Young Centre for the Performing Arts.
THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY Comes to the Sheen Center
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024
THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY comes to the Sheen Center For Thought And Culture next year. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024
THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY comes to the Sheen Center For Thought And Culture next year. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!
The Sheen Center Reveals 2024 Season With An Evening with Jim Gaffigan
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024
The SHEEN CENTER has announced its official 2024 fall season, featuring An Evening with JIM GAFFIGAN on Thursday, December 5. Learn more about the full lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024
The SHEEN CENTER has announced its official 2024 fall season, featuring An Evening with JIM GAFFIGAN on Thursday, December 5. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Photos: Hal Linden, Marilu Henner Celebrate Opening Night of THE JOURNALS OF ADAM AND EVE
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2024
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner are now starring in The Journals of Adam and Eve, a new comedy by Ed. Weinberger, which is being presented as a special summer run at The Sheen Center. Check out photos from opening night here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2024
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner are now starring in The Journals of Adam and Eve, a new comedy by Ed. Weinberger, which is being presented as a special summer run at The Sheen Center. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival 2024 Presents MEDEA RE-VERSED, THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD, and BY THE QUEEN
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2024
Check out photos from some of the productions being presented at Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival 2024!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2024
Check out photos from some of the productions being presented at Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival 2024!
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner to Star in THE JOURNALS OF ADAM AND EVE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner are set to star in The Journals of Adam and Eve, a new comedy by Ed. Weinberger. See where and when you can catch the new show!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner are set to star in The Journals of Adam and Eve, a new comedy by Ed. Weinberger. See where and when you can catch the new show!
The Theatrical Sound Designers and Composers Association Announces Their Ninth Annual Meeting
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2024
The TSDCA Annual Meeting 2024 will gather sound designers and composers for a series of workshops, panels, and networking opportunities, fostering collaboration and innovation in the industry.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2024
The TSDCA Annual Meeting 2024 will gather sound designers and composers for a series of workshops, panels, and networking opportunities, fostering collaboration and innovation in the industry.
The Sheen Center Will Host COME TO THE LIGHT Exhibition
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2024
The Gallery at The Sheen Center for Thought & Culture will present “Come To The Light,” an exhibition of paintings by the artist Janet Hennessey Dilenschneider May 16 - June 14.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2024
The Gallery at The Sheen Center for Thought & Culture will present “Come To The Light,” an exhibition of paintings by the artist Janet Hennessey Dilenschneider May 16 - June 14.
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