Abrons Arts Center

New York, NY

Performance History

Venue Info

Built: 1915
Venue Status: Status unknown
Seating Capacity: 350

Location Info

466 Grand Street
New York, NY
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Other Names

  • Harry de Jur Playhouse (1948)
  • Henry Street Playhouse (1927)
  • Neighborhood Playhouse (1915)
  • Abrons Arts Center (date not entered yet)

Trivia & History

Because of the fire hazards typically associated with the early days of cinema, the theatre actually developed such groundbreaking fire-prevention methods as fire-proof curtains and heat-sensitive skylights. Hence, it has been designated as a national landmark.


Became part of the historic Henry Street Settlement in 1927.


Originally built for silent movie showings.

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