Historic Theater in
NYC’s East Village
The historic Connelly Theater is a beautiful jewelbox playhouse in the heart of NYC's East Village.
Originally built in the 1860s as the choir hall for an orphanage, the Connelly Theater is like no other in New York City. The distinctive gold proscenium, raised stage and generous wing space, and intimate, flexible seating configuration have made it a coveted venue for live performance, and an iconic location for major film and television productions.
Mainstage Theater
Upstairs Theater
The Connelly Theater Upstairs is a 51-seat 3/4 thrust black box located on the second floor of our historic East Village space.
In the heart of the East Village
220 East 4th Street
New York City
Between Avenues A & B
The Connelly Theater is part of Cornelia Connelly Center, a non-profit organization that champions under-resourced girls, empowering them to realize their full potential from middle school through college and beyond. All proceeds from theater rental go to the Center to support Connelly Middle School and the Graduate Support Program.