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Encores! 2022

Opening Date: Feb 2, 2022
Closing Date: May 15, 2022
Encores! 2022

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Playing @
New York City Center - Mainstage
131 West 55th St, New York, NY 10019
INTO THE WOODS
May 4 – 15, 2022

Week 1: Wed 6pm (Spring Gala); Thu & Fri 7pm; Sat 2 & 8pm; Sun 2 & 7pm
Week 2: Tue – Fri 7pm; Sat 2 & 8pm; Sun 2pm
Featuring Sara Bareilles (Baker's Wife), Christian Borle (Baker), Heather Headley (Witch), and Ashley Park (Cinderella)
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine
Choreography by Jamal Sims
Music Director Rob Berman
Directed by Lear deBessonet

Among its many rich layers, Into the Woods is a fable about how humans pursue their desires, and what happens when they set aside their individual wishes to create a greater community wish. Directed by Encores! Artistic Director Lear deBessonet, this production ushers in a new annual tradition that brings together Broadway’s brightest stars with a multi-generational group including New York City public school students, to celebrate an iconic American musical and inspire all New Yorkers to find their own way into the work.

COVID Safety Information:
City Center is a fully vaccinated venue.
As of March 21, 2022, all eligible artists, crew, staff, and audience members are required to provide proof of a full Covid-19 vaccination. You are fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving a one-dose vaccine or both doses of a two-dose vaccine, approved by the US Food and Drug Administration or the World Health Organization.
Children under the age of 17 will not be required to present a Photo ID, as long as they are accompanied by parents or guardians with valid photo ID.  
Children under 5 will not be admitted.
Upon arrival to the theater, vaccination proof must be presented along with your ticket. Please bring your government-issued photo ID and register in advance for one of the following forms of vaccination proof:
NYC COVID SAFE App for Android or iOS: This app displays your photo ID, vaccination card, and booster.
NY State’s Excelsior Pass Plus
Health Pass by CLEAR: Health Pass is a free feature in the CLEAR mobile app that allows you to link your proof of Covid-19 vaccination for entry into the theater. All you need is a government-issued ID and your vaccination card.
Your physical CDC issued vaccination card (or a photo)
If you are unable to receive the vaccine, we understand and regret that we are not able to welcome you to a performance at this time. If necessary, we are happy to refund you the price of your ticket.
At this time, approved masks must be worn by audience members, staff, and crew while inside New York City Center. You may only remove your mask while actively consuming concessions in the lobby or other designated areas. Masks must be worn for the duration of performances while in the theater.
Please note: CDC guidelines state that bandanas, gaiters, or masks with vents/valves are not approved masks. If you do not have an approved mask, City Center will provide one for you.
Off BroadwayMusical
Age Guidance: 5

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$35.00 - $150.00

Accessibility

  • Assisted Listening System

    Wireless FM assistive listening devices are available free of charge with the presentation of either a driver's license or credit card. Assistive listening devices are available on the table next to the House Manager's lectern on the right side of the Orchestra lobby.
  • Elevator/Escalator

    Wheelchair accessible; located near the House Manager's lectern on the right side of the Orchestra lobby.
  • Wheelchair Info

    New York City Center’s Mainstage, Stage I, Stage II and Studio 5 spaces are all wheelchair accessible. Seats for patrons with disabilities are available online, by phone, and at the box office. Please advise us at the time of ticket purchase of your particular needs. Locations are available on the left and right side of the Orchestra and in row G of the Mezzanine.
  • Box Office

    The box office is in the lobby. It is wheelchair accessible.
  • Restroom

    New York City Center's mainstage restrooms are located on all seating levels. Restrooms for persons in wheelchairs are located on the left side of the lobby of the Orchestra level. On the Grand Tier/Mezzanine level they are to the left of the concessions and coat check area.
  • Water Fountain

    Orchestra & Mezzanine levels. Both are wheelchair accessible.
  • Seating

    The seats in our theater range from 19”-22” wide and are 18” deep. There are armrests on all. They are all joined together, no space between. Some ends have armrests that can fold up for ADA access when wheelchair or walker patrons want to transfer or slide in. Please contact info@nycitycenter.org in advance of your visit if you require accommodations to your seats.

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