St. Ann's Warehouse
Brooklyn, New York City
Housed in a former 19th-century tobacco warehouse under the Brooklyn Bridge, St. Ann’s Warehouse brings performances and events to the DUMBO district of Brooklyn, ranging from plays to dance, opera, live music, and more. The theater features an open and flexible performance space, multi-use studio, and garden.
The basics
One of the best ways to experience St. Ann’s Warehouse is to attend an event; its calendar typically includes a mix of theater and musical performances, adaptations of classic plays, plus smaller-scale art and community events. If not seeing a show, stop by to admire the state-of-the-art theater building, or to visit the Max Family Garden, located in an interior courtyard. Some sightseeing tours of Brooklyn and DUMBO include a short stop at St. Ann’s Warehouse, along with other area highlights, such as Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Things to know before you go
- Purchase tickets for performances online or by calling the box office. In-person purchases are only available one hour before performances.
- An on-site bar offers pre-show drinks and light snacks.
- Children under 3 years of age are not permitted.
- All performances are wheelchair accessible.
- Free assistive listening devices can be borrowed from the box office with a photo ID.
How to get there
St. Ann’s Warehouse is located in DUMBO, Brooklyn; the entrance is located on Old Dock Street in Brooklyn Bridge Park. By subway, take the F to York Street, the A/C to High Street, or the 2/3 to Clark Street. You can also take the B25 bus to Front Street and Dock Street, or the South Brooklyn or East River ferry to the DUMBO/Fulton Ferry Terminal. Several paid parking lots are located nearby.
When to get there
St. Ann’s Warehouse holds performances throughout the year; check the website for the latest schedule. The box office phone line is generally open from 12pm to 5pm Monday through Friday, and from two hours before performances during the evening and weekends. Purchase in-person tickets one hour before performances. The Max Family Garden is open during visiting hours for Brooklyn Bridge Park.
The sights of Brooklyn Bridge Park
Close to St. Ann’s Warehouse are several notable attractions in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Ride the historic Jane’s Carousel, housed in a glass enclosure; let the kids play at numerous playgrounds, including the seasonal summer Water Lab park; go kayaking on the East River Estuary, setting off from Pier 4 Beach; or pack a picnic and enjoy a meal with a view on one of the many lawns.
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