JOHN CRANFORD ADAMS
at Hofstra University
Center Stage at Hofstra:
Where Campus and Community Come to Perform
Welcome to the John Cranford Adams Playhouse and the Department of Theater facilities at Hofstra University. The Playhouse is a 1,105-seat proscenium theater and the campus’s premier cultural venue, serving both the University and the surrounding community. It hosts a wide range of Hofstra’s theatrical, musical, dance, and lecture events, and, as scheduling permits, is available for rentals by local, national, and international productions, conferences, performing arts organizations, lectures, and school events.
Read the Director’s MessageUpcoming Events
Inside Adams
About the Playhouse
Learn about the history of Adams Playhouse, the seating configuration, and the technical specs of the facility.
Learn About the Playhouse
Your Event at Hofstra
Rental Information
Though the primary function of the Adams Playhouse is to host University events and academic programs, the facility is offered as a rental house to non-University productions and organizations (as the University schedule allows) as a community service.
Learn About RentalsUseful Links
Hofstra University Departmental Webpages
Lighting, Sound, and Video Rental Sources
Ticketing Solutions for Rental Clients
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