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The Tony Kiser Theater: An Intimate Off-Broadway Gem

Experience intimate Off-Broadway theater at the Tony Kiser Theater, home to innovative plays and musicals in the heart of New York City's Theater District.

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The Tony Kiser Theater, formerly an old bank, is a 296-seat Off-Broadway venue in the heart of New York's Theater District. Home to Second Stage Theater from 1999 to 2024, it's known for showcasing new American plays, musicals, and revivals in an intimate setting.

A brief summary to The Tony Kiser Theater

  • 305 West 43rd St, New York, Manhattan, New York, 10036, US

Local tips

  • Check the theater's schedule in advance to see current and upcoming shows.
  • Consider exploring nearby dining options in the Theater District before or after the show.
  • Arrive early to soak in the pre-show ambiance of the Theater District.
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Getting There

  • Subway

    The Tony Kiser Theater is easily accessible by subway. Take the A, C, or E lines to 42nd Street/Port Authority. Alternatively, take the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, or S lines to Times Square-42nd Street and walk west. Subway fare is $2.90 per ride.

  • Bus

    Several bus lines stop near the Tony Kiser Theater, including the M42 and M104 to 42nd Street & 8th Avenue. The M7, M20, and M50 also stop within a block of the venue. The standard bus fare is $2.90.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft offer a direct way to reach the Tony Kiser Theater. A taxi from Times Square to the theater typically costs $10-15, depending on traffic. Note that taxis have surcharges, including a congestion surcharge for trips to Manhattan south of 96th Street.

  • Walking

    If you are near Rockefeller Center, walk west on 49th Street towards 8th Avenue. Turn left on 8th Avenue and continue walking south until you reach 43rd Street. Turn right on 43rd Street, and you will find The Tony Kiser Theater at 305 West 43rd Street.

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The Tony Kiser Theater, located at 305 West 43rd Street, was a significant Off-Broadway venue known for its intimate setting and focus on new and contemporary works. From 1999 to 2024, it served as one of Second Stage Theater's main performance spaces, championing both established and emerging artists. Founded in 1979, Second Stage Theater aimed to provide a platform for adventurous premieres, musicals, and reinterpretations of contemporary works. The Tony Kiser Theater, designed by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas and built within a former 1920s bank building, played a crucial role in this mission. The theater has been a driving force in supporting playwrights, directors, designers, and actors in creating lasting contemporary work. Productions at the Tony Kiser Theater have garnered numerous accolades, including Tony Awards, Drama Desk Awards, and Lucille Lortel Awards. The theater provided accessible seating locations and elevator access between floors. In late 2024, Second Stage Theater vacated the Tony Kiser Theater due to high rent costs. Production company Seaview acquired the venue and rebranded it as Studio Seaview.

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