Overview

• New York City Council member Erik Bottcher announced a multi‑million‑dollar investment in New 42 and other rehearsal spaces during the luncheon.
• Jonathan Groff and Sarah Jessica Parker co‑chaired the Monday event at 229 West 42nd Street, drawing a large cohort of Broadway artists, directors, producers, and writers.
• New 42 operates a 10‑story facility with 14 rehearsal studios where shows prepare before moving into theaters, with past users including Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen, and The Producers.
• Rental income supports outreach programs that serve New York City public schools, with performances for children and families at the New Victory Theater under president and CEO Russell Granet and board chair Henry Tisch.
• The organization recently received a Tony Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, recognizing its sustained contribution to the Broadway ecosystem.