Second Stage Theatre

Maybe it’s because I’m such a HUGE Pacey (I mean Joshua Jackson) fan, but I really LOVED this show!!!
I came on the second night not knowing too much of what to expect, since the description was a bit broad and vague. But the plot was great, with really likable (and comical) characters who delivered such witty and poignant lines. Plus, it’s always fun to see love stories come to life!
I also liked how the theater provided free drinks and light bites after the show, too. I don’t know if it’s just because it was opening week, but that was a sweet way to end the night!

Everything you want in, in a theater. Cozy, clean, comfortable seats, perfectly sized, friendly staff and a good snack bar.
What did I watch: The way we get by…
Verdict: Definitely, worth a visit!

Just saw «The way we get by» here last weekend. Not only was the show great, but the theatre was a welcome surprise too. Well-​appointed, comfortable and I loved the big window. Highly recommend!

I have to echo the below sentiments regarding the Second Stage Theater. It’s clean, modern, friendly staff, and well air-​conditioned. Stadium seating too. The ‘balcony’ is actually up and to the left of the stage, where about 9 seats are lined up. You still have a view of the stage (from the side) and if you’re claustrophobic, this might be the seat for you! (
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Just saw «The Way We Get By» — really great. If you’re a Neil LaBute fan, you’re in for a treat.
Looking forward to returning to this theater in the future!

Consistently excellent productions in a small, comfortable theater at bargain (for NYC) prices with discounts usually available.

I knew almost nothing about ‘Between Riverside and Crazy’. Stephen McKinley Henderson is the reason I wanted to see it because he commands a stage like few do.
This play disrupts and challenges the notions of black-​and-​white race relationships as basic human emotions of greed, power, and fear get in the way all to a satisfying conclusion.
I just saw the play a few nights ago and it ends soon. Catch it soon.

Great theatre to catch more intimate shows — an hour before curtain, you can get student rush tickets! Loved seeing an incredible show for under $ 25 per person!

Just saw the closing performance of the fantastic «The Happiest Song Plays Last» here. Great, intimate space. 30 buck rush tickets yielded some of the best seats in the house (not that there are any bad ones, really). Prior to the show, my friend and I were chatted up by a friendly couple from DC who managed to get us backstage afterwards, to meet the cast and toast champagne.
Holler.

Great little theater with comfortable seating.

Today we saw «The Tutors» at Second Stage’s secondary location (the McGinn/​Cazale Theatre, located on Broadway at 76^th Street). The show was VERY good — both in terms of the acting (all five actors) & the storyline — and it deserves five stars. However, the seats at that (old) theater are *horrible*. Not only are they the narrowest theater seats we’ve ever sat in and not only was my seat literally falling apart, but there was absolutely NO leg room whatsoever. Even if I didn’t have bad problems with one of my knees, it would have been torturous. Unfortunately the theater was full, and the only seats with leg room were (obviously) in the front row. Still, the show was really worth seeing and it will be there through June 23.

I’ve seen a couple shows here and I love that it is a smaller, more intimate theater and there is not a bad seat in the house.
Most recently, I saw «The Last 5 Years» with two of my girlfriends. A couple of us agreed that the storyline was a little tougher to follow as the woman is telling her story in reverse and the man going forwards. All story is through song so if you miss any of the lyrics, tougher to follow.
However, the main actor had the most amazing voice, maybe ever. Rivals Josh Groban for sure. I would see the show just to hear his voice. Bravo!
As others have said, they often have $ 30 under 30 deals for those aged 30 and under.

I saw «The Last Five Years» and loved it. I bought tickets about a month in advance and ended up getting front row. The theater is cozy and all seats are fairly close to the stage. The acting was superb, and contemplating getting a subscription.

Cosy ex-​bank-​turned-​theatre that produces fantastic shows like Next to Normal, Everyday Rapture. the revival of The Last Five Years (which I went to go see!), and SO many other great shows. The remodeling is actually ingenious — and the stage is so small that no matter where you sit, you’ll have a decent view. And, you’ll have a TON of leg room. Plus, they do $ 30 under 30 tickets and youth subscriptions (which means I got to see 4 shows for $ 100!) Amazing.
For The Last Five Years (which was just absolutely amazing, EVERYBODY should see this revival), I got seat B7, which is the leftmost seat in the second row. Super close to the stage, but if you sat straight, you’d only see the wall. Super glad that the two people next to me never showed, so I ended up having a way better seat.
The staff here is super nice, and there’s a café in the theatre if you didn’t have time to eat before the show (or if you didn’t want to eat after. But note that prices at the café are seriously hiked up — think Yankee Stadium food prices. Kind of ridiculous. But in the end, this theatre company is absolutely amazing and offers shows for every taste. And, for all celebrity stalkers/​seekers, there are often major stars (television, movie & theatre) in shows put on — like Aaron Tveit, Kevin Bacon, Kelly Bishop, Zach Braff, Sutton Foster, Norbert Leo Butz, Anna Camp, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Topher Grace, etc.
So definitely go and check this place out — sooner better than later!

Second Stage is a great theater company. Their work is usually of a much higher caliber than other off-​Broadway theaters. (Theater Row, I am looking at you!).
I have seen everything from pre-​Broadway shows like Next to Normal, to experimental musicals like The Blue Flower, to the revival of The Last Five Years which is currently playing. The show is excellent. Adam Kantor and Betsy Wolfe are fantastic.
But to continue discussing the theater it is an excellent venue, and a unique re-​proposing of a space. What is nice about it is that since it is so small, even the rear seats are great. The only section to avoid is the side seats.
The legroom is ample here, and sightlines are great. The theater is very clean and modern.
What is also nice is that they have two great rush policies. 1 hour before the show, you can try to obtain $ 20 rush tickets if you are a student. In advance on their website, they offer $ 34 tickets to anyone under 30. This is the way to go if you really want to see a production as they often sell out since it is a smaller space.
Bottom line: Great Theater Company for a great theater!

*Small theater
*Perfect Size
*Space is limited
*Clean studio
*Usher attendance-​friendly
*Snack bar at lower level
*Excellent play
What did I watch? «Lonely, I’m not. starring Topher Grace (from That 70’s show, Valentines day) Mark Blum, Lisa Emery, Christopher Jackson, Maureen Sebastian and Olivia Thirlby (who is in No strings attached and Being Flynn)

Old
Bank turned
Theater.
Small, good sight lines,
stadium seats, and slow moving exits.

Small, quaint theater. Not many of those around anymore so it was nice. You walk into a lobby with three windows for ticket pick up. Two windows were open so no line there.
Once you exit the elevator you are in their snack/​bar area. They have the usual and the prices were not bad compared to other larger theaters. Bathrooms had many stalls for the size of the place which means no line at the women’s bathroom (Score!).
The theater itself was very intimate with stadium seating all around. So even if you are on the top row you still had a good shot of the stage. My only complaint were the seats. They had this hard plastic cover around them that would not budge so I definitely got a butt cramp at one point.
Good for off broadway plays and very convenient right around the corner from port authority.

Such a nice theater to see a performance. Was here recently to see a musical and was pretty impressed.
Walking in you discover the space was actually a bank back in the day now converted into a performance facility. Good use of the space, though somewhat simplistic in a modern way, yet works quite well. Downstairs is just a small lobby area where the box office is. The upstairs level features a bar /​snack area and tables to sit at, spacey clean bathrooms, and large orange painted walls.
The actual theater space and seating is terrific. It’s almost like stadium style seating — not a bad seat in the house with great sight lines everywhere of the stage. The acoustics are spot-​on, and the air conditioning keeps you nice and cool. Only drawback is that the actual seats are a bit uncomfortable.
Very intimate spot to see a Broadway performance without paying the normal high cost for tickets as many acts here are discounted. If you are a subscriber here there is a discount on a bundle of plays. Good deal.

Thanks to CM Jane K, I was able to watch The Blue Flower show at this theater and upon seating, I fell in love with the space.
It’s a wonderful, small, intimate theater, located in Times Square. I learned that the building was initially built was a bank, not a theater space and when you walk in, you can see the original vaulted door. It’s a simplistic, somewhat modern stage.
There really is no bad seat in the house. Great acoustics.
Bathrooms are big and clean.

If you are looking for an enjoyable theater experience that is less formal, and with fewer choreographed numbers, this is a great alternative to Broadway glitz.
Upon arriving to see Zach Braff in Trust, I was surprised at the size of the theater — very cozy. You will definitely have a great view no matter where you sit, unless you happen to have seats behind Mutumbo and Shaq on a date.
I was also delighted at the price of the tickets. If you are under 30 your tickets are discounted. Also, if you subscribe to a series of plays, you can see 4 performances for under 100 dollars!