Our Theater Spaces

Welcome to The Connelly Theater, a versatile and sought-after venue perfect for your next film, television, or photography project. We offer a unique range of spaces, from a historic theater and a flexible black box to a variety of supporting spaces for your cast and crew. We have everything you need to make your production run smoothly and bring your creative vision to life.

Mainstage Theater

The Mainstage is a classic proscenium venue and one of New York City's most unique spaces for ambitious off- and off-off-Broadway productions. Its historic charm and flexible seating provide the perfect backdrop for your creative vision

  • Capacity: 99 seats to 165 seats

  • Stage: Features a classic raised proscenium stage.


Upstairs Theater

Tucked just above the Mainstage, the Upstairs Theater is a flexible and intimate venue designed for innovative productions.

  • Capacity: An intimate 51-seat black box

  • Configuration: A flexible 3/4 thrust configuration


What’s Included with Your Rental:

  • Full light, sound, and soft goods packages

  • Air conditioning

  • Access to lobbies

  • A newly renovated dressing room

Other features include school classrooms and a parking lot with views of East Village/Lower East Side tenements

Film & TV Ready

We have hosted major network and cable productions, including HBO, ABC, CBS, Hulu, Amazon, and MTV, as well as major motion pictures. Our team understands the demands of filmmaking and works to support every production efficiently.


Interested in renting the Connelly Theater?

Submit an inquiry and tell us about your project.