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Center for the Arts

4.5(170)
Performing Arts Theater

About

The Center for the Arts at the College of Staten Island offers multiple theaters equipped with professional lighting and sound, ideal for hosting business presentations, lectures, and performances. Spaces range from the 911-seat Springer Concert Hall to more intimate venues seating under 200, accommodating a variety of group sizes and event formats.

Beyond the theaters, the venue includes lounges, green rooms, and a conference room, supporting seamless event flow and guest comfort. Its location on a sprawling college campus provides a quiet, focused environment for corporate gatherings, educational events, and community programs.

Best for

  • Large-scale presentations & lectures
  • Corporate galas & awards ceremonies
  • Cultural events & team-building outings

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What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Multiple well-equipped theaters
Performance Spaces
Multiple well-equipped theaters
The Center for the Arts houses four theaters ranging from 143 to 911 seats, including the Springer Concert Hall and Williamson Theatre. Each is equipped with advanced theatrical lighting, audio, and media technology, supporting diverse event types
Designed by Edward Durell Stone Associates on a college campus
Architecture & Location
Designed by Edward Durell Stone Associates on a college campus
Situated within the 204-acre College of Staten Island campus, the Center for the Arts was designed by renowned architect Edward Durell Stone Associates and opened in 1996, offering a modern, state-of-the-art facility for performing arts in Staten
Diverse, year-round performances and rentals
Cultural Programming
Diverse, year-round performances and rentals
The venue presents a broad range of programming including music, comedy, theater, dance, and children’s theater, hosting both emerging and renowned local and international artists. It also offers a year-round theater rental program, accommodating

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 170 reviews