Main Hall was built in 1929, and was the first building at Wagner designed specifically to function as a classroom building. In addition to housing the theatre and arts studios, it also accommodates faculty offices and classrooms along with our newly established Mac Lab on the top floor. Departments housed in Main Hall include the performing and visual arts. The building was designed by architect George W. Conable, who had prepared plans for the Singer Building, and was also the designer of the Trinity Lutheran Church on Staten Island, as well as numerous hospitals, residences and churches.
Upcoming Events
November 2025
Psi Chi Induction Ceremony
New members will be inducted into Psi Chi, the International Honor Society for Psychology
Picnic Performance
PICNIC by William Inge brings to life the heat and tension of a sweltering Labor Day morning in a small Kansas town, where the women of a quiet neighborhood prepare for the annual picnic. Amidst the preparations, watchful mother Flo Owens hopes her beautiful daughter, Madge, will receive a proposal from the wealthy Alan, while younger sister Millie dreams of escaping their small-town life. Good-natured Mrs. Potts enjoys a rare break from caring for her elderly mother, and spinster schoolteacher Rosemary keeps her boyfriend, Howard, at arm’s length. However, their seemingly tranquil lives are upended when Hal Carter, a muscular and charming drifter with ties to Alan, arrives unexpectedly. As Hal’s bold and magnetic presence disrupts the quiet community, hearts are broken and lives are irrevocably changed.
Playwright William Inge
Directed by Brian Sgambati
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that PICNIC includes coarse language and adult themes.
For tickets call 718-390-3259 or purchase online here.
Picnic Performance
PICNIC by William Inge brings to life the heat and tension of a sweltering Labor Day morning in a small Kansas town, where the women of a quiet neighborhood prepare for the annual picnic. Amidst the preparations, watchful mother Flo Owens hopes her beautiful daughter, Madge, will receive a proposal from the wealthy Alan, while younger sister Millie dreams of escaping their small-town life. Good-natured Mrs. Potts enjoys a rare break from caring for her elderly mother, and spinster schoolteacher Rosemary keeps her boyfriend, Howard, at arm’s length. However, their seemingly tranquil lives are upended when Hal Carter, a muscular and charming drifter with ties to Alan, arrives unexpectedly. As Hal’s bold and magnetic presence disrupts the quiet community, hearts are broken and lives are irrevocably changed.
Playwright William Inge
Directed by Brian Sgambati
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that PICNIC includes coarse language and adult themes.
For tickets call 718-390-3259 or purchase online here.
Picnic Performance
PICNIC by William Inge brings to life the heat and tension of a sweltering Labor Day morning in a small Kansas town, where the women of a quiet neighborhood prepare for the annual picnic. Amidst the preparations, watchful mother Flo Owens hopes her beautiful daughter, Madge, will receive a proposal from the wealthy Alan, while younger sister Millie dreams of escaping their small-town life. Good-natured Mrs. Potts enjoys a rare break from caring for her elderly mother, and spinster schoolteacher Rosemary keeps her boyfriend, Howard, at arm’s length. However, their seemingly tranquil lives are upended when Hal Carter, a muscular and charming drifter with ties to Alan, arrives unexpectedly. As Hal’s bold and magnetic presence disrupts the quiet community, hearts are broken and lives are irrevocably changed.
Playwright William Inge
Directed by Brian Sgambati
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that PICNIC includes coarse language and adult themes.
For tickets call 718-390-3259 or purchase online here.
Picnic Performance
PICNIC by William Inge brings to life the heat and tension of a sweltering Labor Day morning in a small Kansas town, where the women of a quiet neighborhood prepare for the annual picnic. Amidst the preparations, watchful mother Flo Owens hopes her beautiful daughter, Madge, will receive a proposal from the wealthy Alan, while younger sister Millie dreams of escaping their small-town life. Good-natured Mrs. Potts enjoys a rare break from caring for her elderly mother, and spinster schoolteacher Rosemary keeps her boyfriend, Howard, at arm’s length. However, their seemingly tranquil lives are upended when Hal Carter, a muscular and charming drifter with ties to Alan, arrives unexpectedly. As Hal’s bold and magnetic presence disrupts the quiet community, hearts are broken and lives are irrevocably changed.
Playwright William Inge
Directed by Brian Sgambati
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that PICNIC includes coarse language and adult themes.
For tickets call 718-390-3259 or purchase online here.
Picnic Performance
PICNIC by William Inge brings to life the heat and tension of a sweltering Labor Day morning in a small Kansas town, where the women of a quiet neighborhood prepare for the annual picnic. Amidst the preparations, watchful mother Flo Owens hopes her beautiful daughter, Madge, will receive a proposal from the wealthy Alan, while younger sister Millie dreams of escaping their small-town life. Good-natured Mrs. Potts enjoys a rare break from caring for her elderly mother, and spinster schoolteacher Rosemary keeps her boyfriend, Howard, at arm’s length. However, their seemingly tranquil lives are upended when Hal Carter, a muscular and charming drifter with ties to Alan, arrives unexpectedly. As Hal’s bold and magnetic presence disrupts the quiet community, hearts are broken and lives are irrevocably changed.
Playwright William Inge
Directed by Brian Sgambati
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that PICNIC includes coarse language and adult themes.
For tickets call 718-390-3259 or purchase online here.
Picnic Performance
PICNIC by William Inge brings to life the heat and tension of a sweltering Labor Day morning in a small Kansas town, where the women of a quiet neighborhood prepare for the annual picnic. Amidst the preparations, watchful mother Flo Owens hopes her beautiful daughter, Madge, will receive a proposal from the wealthy Alan, while younger sister Millie dreams of escaping their small-town life. Good-natured Mrs. Potts enjoys a rare break from caring for her elderly mother, and spinster schoolteacher Rosemary keeps her boyfriend, Howard, at arm’s length. However, their seemingly tranquil lives are upended when Hal Carter, a muscular and charming drifter with ties to Alan, arrives unexpectedly. As Hal’s bold and magnetic presence disrupts the quiet community, hearts are broken and lives are irrevocably changed.
Playwright William Inge
Directed by Brian Sgambati
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that PICNIC includes coarse language and adult themes.
For tickets call 718-390-3259 or purchase online here.
Picnic Performance
PICNIC by William Inge brings to life the heat and tension of a sweltering Labor Day morning in a small Kansas town, where the women of a quiet neighborhood prepare for the annual picnic. Amidst the preparations, watchful mother Flo Owens hopes her beautiful daughter, Madge, will receive a proposal from the wealthy Alan, while younger sister Millie dreams of escaping their small-town life. Good-natured Mrs. Potts enjoys a rare break from caring for her elderly mother, and spinster schoolteacher Rosemary keeps her boyfriend, Howard, at arm’s length. However, their seemingly tranquil lives are upended when Hal Carter, a muscular and charming drifter with ties to Alan, arrives unexpectedly. As Hal’s bold and magnetic presence disrupts the quiet community, hearts are broken and lives are irrevocably changed.
Playwright William Inge
Directed by Brian Sgambati
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that PICNIC includes coarse language and adult themes.
For tickets call 718-390-3259 or purchase online here.
Picnic Performance
PICNIC by William Inge brings to life the heat and tension of a sweltering Labor Day morning in a small Kansas town, where the women of a quiet neighborhood prepare for the annual picnic. Amidst the preparations, watchful mother Flo Owens hopes her beautiful daughter, Madge, will receive a proposal from the wealthy Alan, while younger sister Millie dreams of escaping their small-town life. Good-natured Mrs. Potts enjoys a rare break from caring for her elderly mother, and spinster schoolteacher Rosemary keeps her boyfriend, Howard, at arm’s length. However, their seemingly tranquil lives are upended when Hal Carter, a muscular and charming drifter with ties to Alan, arrives unexpectedly. As Hal’s bold and magnetic presence disrupts the quiet community, hearts are broken and lives are irrevocably changed.
Playwright William Inge
Directed by Brian Sgambati
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that PICNIC includes coarse language and adult themes.
For tickets call 718-390-3259 or purchase online here.
Picnic Performance
PICNIC by William Inge brings to life the heat and tension of a sweltering Labor Day morning in a small Kansas town, where the women of a quiet neighborhood prepare for the annual picnic. Amidst the preparations, watchful mother Flo Owens hopes her beautiful daughter, Madge, will receive a proposal from the wealthy Alan, while younger sister Millie dreams of escaping their small-town life. Good-natured Mrs. Potts enjoys a rare break from caring for her elderly mother, and spinster schoolteacher Rosemary keeps her boyfriend, Howard, at arm’s length. However, their seemingly tranquil lives are upended when Hal Carter, a muscular and charming drifter with ties to Alan, arrives unexpectedly. As Hal’s bold and magnetic presence disrupts the quiet community, hearts are broken and lives are irrevocably changed.
Playwright William Inge
Directed by Brian Sgambati
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that PICNIC includes coarse language and adult themes.
For tickets call 718-390-3259 or purchase online here.
December 2025
March 2026
First Lady Suite Performance
FIRST LADY SUITE, a captivating musical by Michael John LaChiusa, delves into the lives of four overlooked historical figures—the wives of U.S. presidents. This enthralling piece brings to life Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring their personal struggles and complex relationships. Produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival in 1993, FIRST LADY SUITE offers a unique, theatrical lens into the lives of these iconic women, blending history with evocative storytelling.
First Lady Suite Performance
FIRST LADY SUITE, a captivating musical by Michael John LaChiusa, delves into the lives of four overlooked historical figures—the wives of U.S. presidents. This enthralling piece brings to life Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring their personal struggles and complex relationships. Produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival in 1993, FIRST LADY SUITE offers a unique, theatrical lens into the lives of these iconic women, blending history with evocative storytelling.
First Lady Suite Performance
FIRST LADY SUITE, a captivating musical by Michael John LaChiusa, delves into the lives of four overlooked historical figures—the wives of U.S. presidents. This enthralling piece brings to life Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring their personal struggles and complex relationships. Produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival in 1993, FIRST LADY SUITE offers a unique, theatrical lens into the lives of these iconic women, blending history with evocative storytelling.
First Lady Suite Performance
FIRST LADY SUITE, a captivating musical by Michael John LaChiusa, delves into the lives of four overlooked historical figures—the wives of U.S. presidents. This enthralling piece brings to life Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring their personal struggles and complex relationships. Produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival in 1993, FIRST LADY SUITE offers a unique, theatrical lens into the lives of these iconic women, blending history with evocative storytelling.
First Lady Suite Performance
FIRST LADY SUITE, a captivating musical by Michael John LaChiusa, delves into the lives of four overlooked historical figures—the wives of U.S. presidents. This enthralling piece brings to life Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring their personal struggles and complex relationships. Produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival in 1993, FIRST LADY SUITE offers a unique, theatrical lens into the lives of these iconic women, blending history with evocative storytelling.
First Lady Suite Performance
FIRST LADY SUITE, a captivating musical by Michael John LaChiusa, delves into the lives of four overlooked historical figures—the wives of U.S. presidents. This enthralling piece brings to life Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring their personal struggles and complex relationships. Produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival in 1993, FIRST LADY SUITE offers a unique, theatrical lens into the lives of these iconic women, blending history with evocative storytelling.
First Lady Suite Performance
FIRST LADY SUITE, a captivating musical by Michael John LaChiusa, delves into the lives of four overlooked historical figures—the wives of U.S. presidents. This enthralling piece brings to life Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring their personal struggles and complex relationships. Produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival in 1993, FIRST LADY SUITE offers a unique, theatrical lens into the lives of these iconic women, blending history with evocative storytelling.
First Lady Suite Performance
FIRST LADY SUITE, a captivating musical by Michael John LaChiusa, delves into the lives of four overlooked historical figures—the wives of U.S. presidents. This enthralling piece brings to life Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring their personal struggles and complex relationships. Produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival in 1993, FIRST LADY SUITE offers a unique, theatrical lens into the lives of these iconic women, blending history with evocative storytelling.
First Lady Suite Performance
FIRST LADY SUITE, a captivating musical by Michael John LaChiusa, delves into the lives of four overlooked historical figures—the wives of U.S. presidents. This enthralling piece brings to life Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring their personal struggles and complex relationships. Produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival in 1993, FIRST LADY SUITE offers a unique, theatrical lens into the lives of these iconic women, blending history with evocative storytelling.
April 2026
Bright Star Performance
BRIGHT STAR is an uplifting Broadway musical inspired by a true story, featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in the American South during the 1920s and '40s, the show weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. The musical unfolds Alice’s journey from her carefree youth in the Blue Ridge Mountains to her present-day life as a successful editor in Asheville, whose encounter with a young soldier named Billy awakens painful memories of a child she once lost. As Alice delves into her past, she uncovers a powerful connection that transforms both their lives. With its stunning melodies and deeply emotional characters, BRIGHT STAR is a rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling.
Bright Star Performance
BRIGHT STAR is an uplifting Broadway musical inspired by a true story, featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in the American South during the 1920s and '40s, the show weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. The musical unfolds Alice’s journey from her carefree youth in the Blue Ridge Mountains to her present-day life as a successful editor in Asheville, whose encounter with a young soldier named Billy awakens painful memories of a child she once lost. As Alice delves into her past, she uncovers a powerful connection that transforms both their lives. With its stunning melodies and deeply emotional characters, BRIGHT STAR is a rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling.
Bright Star Performance
BRIGHT STAR is an uplifting Broadway musical inspired by a true story, featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in the American South during the 1920s and '40s, the show weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. The musical unfolds Alice’s journey from her carefree youth in the Blue Ridge Mountains to her present-day life as a successful editor in Asheville, whose encounter with a young soldier named Billy awakens painful memories of a child she once lost. As Alice delves into her past, she uncovers a powerful connection that transforms both their lives. With its stunning melodies and deeply emotional characters, BRIGHT STAR is a rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling.
Bright Star Performance
BRIGHT STAR is an uplifting Broadway musical inspired by a true story, featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in the American South during the 1920s and '40s, the show weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. The musical unfolds Alice’s journey from her carefree youth in the Blue Ridge Mountains to her present-day life as a successful editor in Asheville, whose encounter with a young soldier named Billy awakens painful memories of a child she once lost. As Alice delves into her past, she uncovers a powerful connection that transforms both their lives. With its stunning melodies and deeply emotional characters, BRIGHT STAR is a rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling.
Bright Star Performance
BRIGHT STAR is an uplifting Broadway musical inspired by a true story, featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in the American South during the 1920s and '40s, the show weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. The musical unfolds Alice’s journey from her carefree youth in the Blue Ridge Mountains to her present-day life as a successful editor in Asheville, whose encounter with a young soldier named Billy awakens painful memories of a child she once lost. As Alice delves into her past, she uncovers a powerful connection that transforms both their lives. With its stunning melodies and deeply emotional characters, BRIGHT STAR is a rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling.
May 2026
Bright Star Performance
BRIGHT STAR is an uplifting Broadway musical inspired by a true story, featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in the American South during the 1920s and '40s, the show weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. The musical unfolds Alice’s journey from her carefree youth in the Blue Ridge Mountains to her present-day life as a successful editor in Asheville, whose encounter with a young soldier named Billy awakens painful memories of a child she once lost. As Alice delves into her past, she uncovers a powerful connection that transforms both their lives. With its stunning melodies and deeply emotional characters, BRIGHT STAR is a rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling.
Bright Star Performance
BRIGHT STAR is an uplifting Broadway musical inspired by a true story, featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in the American South during the 1920s and '40s, the show weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. The musical unfolds Alice’s journey from her carefree youth in the Blue Ridge Mountains to her present-day life as a successful editor in Asheville, whose encounter with a young soldier named Billy awakens painful memories of a child she once lost. As Alice delves into her past, she uncovers a powerful connection that transforms both their lives. With its stunning melodies and deeply emotional characters, BRIGHT STAR is a rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling.
Bright Star Performance
BRIGHT STAR is an uplifting Broadway musical inspired by a true story, featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in the American South during the 1920s and '40s, the show weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. The musical unfolds Alice’s journey from her carefree youth in the Blue Ridge Mountains to her present-day life as a successful editor in Asheville, whose encounter with a young soldier named Billy awakens painful memories of a child she once lost. As Alice delves into her past, she uncovers a powerful connection that transforms both their lives. With its stunning melodies and deeply emotional characters, BRIGHT STAR is a rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling.
Bright Star Performance
BRIGHT STAR is an uplifting Broadway musical inspired by a true story, featuring a Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in the American South during the 1920s and '40s, the show weaves a poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. The musical unfolds Alice’s journey from her carefree youth in the Blue Ridge Mountains to her present-day life as a successful editor in Asheville, whose encounter with a young soldier named Billy awakens painful memories of a child she once lost. As Alice delves into her past, she uncovers a powerful connection that transforms both their lives. With its stunning melodies and deeply emotional characters, BRIGHT STAR is a rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling.