The Public Theater to Require Negative Covid Test Plus Vaccination

According to their web site - as of 12/17/2021, a negative COVID-19 test as well as complete vaccination will be required for entry into The Public.

According to their health and safety page,

We are excited to welcome you back to The Public's flagship home at Astor Place. As of Friday, December 17, 2021, our audience policy requires a complete COVID-19 vaccination by the date of attendance for access to the facility, theaters, and restaurant. Additionally, proof of a negative COVID-19 test will also be required to attend performances and dine in The Library through January 30.

Learn more below about approved vaccines, proof of COVID-19 vaccination, and proof of negative COVID-19 test for entry, including Health Pass by CLEAR, Excelsior Pass, and the NYC COVID Safe Pass.

Approved face masks will be required at all times, including while watching a performance in our theaters, with some exceptions for Joe's Pub and The Library, while actively eating and drinking. Learn more about Face Mask requirements.

Public Theater staff and artists are subject to a mandatory vaccination policy.

Ticket Policy: If you are feeling unwell or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, have been exposed to anyone with COVID-19 within 14 days of your visit, or have been instructed to self-isolate within the last ten days, we ask that you stay home and contact us, when possible, to discuss ticket refund or exchange options.

We recognize that public health guidelines may change in the coming months and ask for your patience as we make any necessary safety adjustments. We also ask that you do your part to protect yourself and others by reviewing and agreeing to the attendance protocols before visiting our facility. Ticket purchasers are responsible for communicating these rules to whomever they provide tickets and those that do not abide by any health and safety protocols will be denied entry or removed from the facility. All policies are subject to change at The Public's sole discretion and without notice.

Thank you so much. We can't wait to welcome you back to The Public!