NY Classical Theatre: Dog Nights

Two nights a year, dogs are welcome at a free Shakespeare performance in Central Park.

NY Classical Theatre's Dog Nights are part of their free summer run of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar in Central Park, taking place on Wednesday, June 3 and Saturday, June 13. The photo booth opens at 6:30 PM and the performance begins at 7:00 PM.

The first 20 dogs to arrive each night get a treat bag and a special gift from Dooloop. Prizes from Zoomies are also up for grabs. Elizabethan ruff collars are provided for dogs and their humans to wear at the photo booth before the show.

NY Classical performs with no fixed stage. The actors move through the park and the audience follows, scene by scene, covering about two city blocks on paved paths and grass. The show runs under two hours with no intermission. Your dog comes with you throughout.

Reservations are free and encouraged so NY Classical can reach you with weather updates. Walk-ups are always welcome.

Make a free reservation for June 3

Make a free reservation for June 13

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this event held? Performances take place in Central Park at West 103rd Street and Central Park West. Enter the park at that intersection.

Do I need a ticket or reservation? All NY Classical performances are free and open to the public. Reservations are encouraged so NY Classical can send you weather updates and cancellation notices, but walk-ups are always welcome.

Can I bring a picnic? Yes. Picnics, blankets, and chairs are welcome and encouraged. Book a Grab & Go Picnic for pickup nearby at 100th Street.

What happens if it rains? NY Classical performs in most weather conditions. If a performance is cancelled, they make the call by 6:00 PM and post a notice on their website. Guests with reservations receive an email notification.

What is Panoramic Theatre? Panoramic Theatre is NY Classical's performance style, where there is no fixed stage. The audience moves with the actors from scene to scene throughout the park, following the story as it unfolds around them.