What Happened Was... Screening and Party
Karen Sillas (What Happened Was...) back at Paradise Factory
Jim Gaffigan (The Skinny), Tal Shamir (The Vermeers), Ken Forman (New Moon)
“What Happened Was, which began in this very theater, shows us that a great film can and should be incubated within the beautiful constraints of the stage.” – Artistic Director Joan Mathieu
Jay O. Sanders (Girl from the North Country, Apple Family Plays) and Joan Mathieu
Playwright Risa Mickenberg (Egg) and director Alan Taylor (Game of Thrones, Mad Men, The Sopranos)

MASON’S HOLE

December 5 - 15, 2024

Three fishing buddies and their wives try to reintegrate a friend into their group after a bizarre accident no one wants to talk about.

More information here.

THE TROJAN WOMEN

December 13 -15, 2024

It is the end of the Trojan War.

Troy lies undone, temples desecrated, its people forsaken. Its King and its heroes are dead, gutted by Greek Spear. All that remains are its women, who wait out the day of their slavery, beneath their city’s blackened walls.

Tickets available here.

New York Nutcracker

December 20, 2024

After a successful workshop The New York Nutcracker is BACK by popular demand.

Come join us for a magical evening filled with Burlesque, Comedy, and Shadow Puppetry. Watch as talented performers bring this classic Christmas tale to life on stage right before your eyes in a fresh new way.

Starring the fabulous Broody Valentino and the enchanting Maria Topcatt, this special production promises a festive twist on the classic holiday tale. You’ll also enjoy dazzling performances by Jack Barrow, Peekaboo Pointe, Cheeky Lane, Chestnut Belafonte, Kyla, and Lelu Lenore! Featuring original shadow puppetry by the incredible theater group Foreshadow.

Don't miss out on this iconic holiday tradition in the heart of New York City. Grab your tickets now and make memories that will last a lifetime!

VIP tickets will include a front row seat, bottle of bubbly and a special gift.

Tickets available here.

All tickets are FINAL SALE. No refunds or exchanges.

“Whether you encounter Tom Noonan through his writing, his performance or his direction, the result is the same – you will look at the performing arts in a way that’s more honest and intense than it was before.”

What Happened Was... Screening and Party

Karen Sillas (What Happened Was...) back at Paradise Factory

Jim Gaffigan (The Skinny), Tal Shamir (The Vermeers), Ken Forman (New Moon)

“What Happened Was, which began in this very theater, shows us that a great film can and should be incubated within the beautiful constraints of the stage.” – Artistic Director Joan Mathieu

Jay O. Sanders (Girl from the North Country, Apple Family Plays) and Joan Mathieu

Playwright Risa Mickenberg (Egg) and director Alan Taylor (Game of Thrones, Mad Men, The Sopranos)

MASON’S HOLE

THE TROJAN WOMEN

New York Nutcracker

“Whether you encounter Tom Noonan through his writing, his performance or his direction, the result is the same – you will look at the performing arts in a way that’s more honest and intense than it was before.”

– Jim Parsons