Upcoming Indie Theater – November 29
We share upcoming indie theater shows/productions happening in New York City. These are submitted by members of the IndieSpace community.
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"Show Up, Kids!"
Location: The Rat
Date: November 29, December 6, 13, 20, and 27
This acclaimed, long-running, interactive musical show for kids 3-10 years old puts a wildly comedic twist on the traditional kids’ show. When the main attraction doesn’t show up, the host enlists the help of the kids (and their grownups) to control everything from plot to props, characters to costumes, and settings to sound in a one-of-a-kind, 45-minute laughfest.
The Infinite Wrench
Location: The Second City
Dates: November 29, December 5, 6, 12, and 13
Use code HOT20 for $5 off General Admission
The Infinite Wrench is the NY Neo-Futurists' ever-changing attempt to perform 30 original plays in about an hour. Over 1,000 weeks and 7,500 plays and counting!
The NY Neo-Futurists continue to craft new & vibrant work in The Infinite Wrench at The Second City. Dive into a bold and unpredictable fusion of theater, storytelling, and sport with the New York Neo-Futurists every Friday and Saturday. For each show, the Neos take on the challenge of performing 30 original plays in roughly an hour. Through their unconventional storytelling, they deliver quick, powerful slices of life—crafted from the ensemble's own experiences—at times funny, profound, elegant, gross, topical, irrelevant, or even downright absurd. Every show is different, and with new plays every week, they have created over 7,500 new plays!
We've Spent So Much Time
Location: Arts On Site
Dates: November 29 and 30
‘We’ve Spent So Much Time’ explores the intricate tapestry of womanhood, this show celebrates the beautiful union of strength and vulnerability, while reclaiming domesticity as art and reflecting on the powerful impact of self-presentation in a world where women have often prioritized others over themselves.
We are thrilled to announce that MeMovement will be premiering our latest work, We've Spent So Much Time, at Arts On Site! As a collaborative dance company, MeMovement aims to ignite inspiring conversations and foster a sense of community through our art. We invite you to join us for an enchanting evening filled with dance and togetherness—an opportunity for connection and reflection. Your presence means the world to us, and we can't wait to share this experience with you!
Radio Violence
Location: YA Mystery podcast (online)
Dates: Now through December 5
A missing pop star with a penchant for hidden messages. A 12 y/o superfan (+ Dad) follow the tracks. A 6-part YA mystery beginning Halloween, with 25 min episodes releasing weekly wherever you podcast and an accompanying EP with clues. Recorded live to bring the energy of live theatre to the audio drama world.
FULL CONTACT and X#*! YOU VERY MUCH, MOM
Location: Theatrelab
Dates: December 2-7
Use code ARTWRKZ2025 for $20 tickets
In FULL CONTACT, after a week alone in his apartment, Filipino American Ariel Estrada unravels under the weight of his memories: a violent cult, a lost faith, and the echo of his late father’s demands. Caught between guilt and survival, he fights to take the first step toward healing before his mind pulls him under.
In X#*! YOU VERY MUCH, MOM, theatre meets TED Talk meets dark family secrets. With whimsy, sardonic humor, and heart, Đavid Lee Huỳnh shares how the effects of French colonialism shaped Vietnam, rippled out, and made it so #%@#ing hard for his mom to say “I love you."
Swinewomb
Location: Red Pavilion
Date: December 4
Swinewomb is a new psychosexual descent into faith, desire, and control. With its fusion of Southern Gothic atmosphere and psychosexual horror, Swinewomb pushes the boundaries of theatrical storytelling.
In the small, God-fearing town of Caleb’s Rest, siblings Shiloh and Ellis grieve their parents: Shiloh through a spiraling affair with her teenage sweetheart, and Ellis through violent outbursts and secret visits to a banished herbalist rumored to practice witchcraft. Meanwhile, something old and demonic begins to fester inside Shiloh… and it wants out.
ESPLASH
Location: The Wild Project
Date: December 4 and 5
A Queer Latinx Comedy in benefit of the Trans Justice Funding Project in partnership with National Queer Theater. The event features an evening of laughter and queer joy, including a performance of the FuerzaFest award-winning play ESPLASH, and a special performance by Flower Tortilla and Audry Funk. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket sold will be allocated to Trans Justice Funding.
ESPLASH is a short, bold, and hilarious piece about Sínse, a quirky non-binary Latine on a mission to overcome their biggest struggle: they can’t squirt. Guided by friends and the divine wisdom of La Virgen de Guadalupe, Sínse navigates pleasure, pressure, and self-discovery — learning that letting go is harder than it seems, but liberation might be closer than they think. A celebration of queer bodies, pleasure, and the messy, beautiful journey toward self-acceptance.
8min20sec: a collection of musical reckonings
Location: Culture Lab LIC
Date: December 4-7
8min20sec by Eliana Rubin is a collection of musical reckonings.
It takes 8 minutes and 20 seconds for the sun's light to reach our Earth. In our story, the sun has just burned out and we explore how people reckon with their imminent demise. This brand new, original musical is composed of eight short stories woven together with Greek chorus style interludes all with different musical stylings. Featuring big, Broadway 11 o’clock numbers, silly, goofy, campy love songs and heartbreaking, reflective ballads each beginning when the sun is announced to have gone out. We witness different reactions to the world-ending news, but each story begs the question: how can we hold on when we have to let go?
Missy
Location: New York City Center Studios (130 W 56 St.)
Date: December 5
In this Southern Gothic adaptation of Macbeth, two friends are drawn to specters of the past.
Stardust Gallery/Old is New Again, An Evening of Dance
Location: Arts On Site
Dates: December 5 and 6
Barkin/Selissen Project (BSP), a NYC-based dance company celebrates its 16th anniversary with Stardust Gallery/Old is New Again—an evening of wonderment and introspection.
Join us for the long awaited premiere of Reflexive, and coast into the unfolding world of BSP’s newest work-in-progress, Stardust and the Gen(i)us of Fungi—a curious, upside-down universe where disparate threads of thought and movement entwine through the vast expanse of perception, imagination and inquiry.
A Very Ghostlight Christmas Spectacular!
Location: Hemsley Hall, Staten Island NY
Dates: December 6 and 7
Experience the holiday magic with A Very Ghostlight Christmas, the annual cabaret celebration presented by Ghostlight Players Inc.! Featuring stunning performances by talented local artists, this festive evening blends your favorite Christmas classics with exciting new twists, heartwarming storytelling, and a sprinkle of theatrical flair. Perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to embrace the spirit of the season, A Very Ghostlight Christmas is more than a show—it’s a cherished tradition. Join us as we light up the holidays and spread joy through the power of live performance. Don't miss this enchanting event that will leave you feeling merry and bright!
Naughty & Spice
Location: The Hidden Jewel Box Theater
Date: December 6
Have you been naughty or spice this holiday? Do you like your cider with extra cinnamon? Do you like your wine EXTRA mulled? The Love Show presents a festive and spicy night of holiday treats, surprises, showgirls, burlesque, laughs and whimsy in our cozy secret theater.
Hosted by Ambrose Martos featuring The Love Show Dancers and special guest Pinkie Special!
Come for an unforgettable night of holiday joy!
The adventure starts the minute you purchase your ticket. Exact theater location and instructions emailed upon purchase.
Come and get spicy with us!
A Corn Mo Christmas
Location: The Hidden Jewel Box Theater
Date: December 14
A Corn Mo Christmas is a warm and cozy night of live song, dance, and burlesque at our sexy, secret speakeasy chalet.
Have you ever been to a sexy speakeasy ski chalet in The Port Authority Bus Terminal? Before now, no one has! A Corn Mo Christmas is a festive special featuring an evening of fun surprises, live music, dance, burlesque and theater. Put on your parka and your fake broken leg cast and get all warm and cozy with us at The Hidden Jewel Box Theater as troubadour and raconteur Corn Mo brings his combination of original songs and delightful anecdotes while the world famous Love Show Dancers dazzle with dance performances and burlesque!
The Nutcracker Suite
Location: Arts on Site
Dates: December 18-21
Celebrate the Holiday Season with Sheep Meadow Dance Theatre at Arts on Site! Join us for The Nutcracker Suite — a magical evening of dance, live music, and art.
Immerse yourself in a world of wonder with Lauren Woods’ animated digital paintings and exquisite costumes by Sabrina Pretto. This vibrant, abridged production captures the spirit of the season and is sure to leave audiences inspired and full of holiday cheer.