The New York Theatre Event
THEA S4215 - 3 POINTS
SESSION B: July 6–August 14, 2026
INSTRUCTOR: Christopher Burney
Day & Time: MW 6–9:10 PM
THEATRE
SUMMER 2026
During the Summer Session, the class typically attends: one show on Broadway; 2-3 shows Off Broadway; and 1-2 special NY events. Course fee covers tickets for up to 6 performances during the session.
During these outings, students will have the opportunity to engage directly with a range of theater professionals—both in post-performance discussions with artists involved in the productions as well as through curated in-class conversations with industry leaders working across New York’s vibrant theater landscape.
Performances will include productions both on and off Broadway. Previous classes have attended shows at Lincoln Center Theater, Ensemble Studio Theater, Second Stage Theater, Playwrights Horizons, Manhattan Theater Club, the Roundabout Theater, St. Ann’s Warehouse, among others, featuring popular titles such as Sleep No More, Chicago, The Pillowman, What the Constitution Means to Me, etc.
Columbia students do not need to apply, but they do need to register. All visiting students will need to apply to the School of Professional Studies and register upon acceptance.