General Information and House Regulations:

NYC law prohibits smoking ANYWHERE within the Performing Arts Complex; patrons who feel the need may go outside the building during intermission.

NO food from off-campus is allowed to be brought into the Center.  Items purchased at our concessions booths may only be consumed in the theatre's Grand Lobby.  With the exception of bottled water purchased at the concession booth, food and beverages are NOT allowed to be brought into the theatre proper.  Please understand we are dedicated to keeping the facilities a comfortable, enjoyable and beautiful place for you to visit.  We do appreciate your understanding and help  

The Theatre Management reserves the right to open and inspect personal bags and knapsacks as a condition of entry to the theatre.  Our Security Personnel at its sole discretion may require that some items not be allowed into the theatre.  

NO film cameras, video cameras or recording devices of any kind and in any format will be allowed into the theatre.  Recording of the performance, any preshow lectures or demonstrations, or the image of any persons in the audience, either via image, sound or both, is strictly prohibited and shall cause the revocation of the ticket license and the immediate removal of the operator and the equipment from the premises. Civil and criminal penalties may apply in certain circumstances and in such instances appropriate legal remedies will the pursued either by the Center or the performing company or both. 

Latecomers are not admitted after the performance has started, but will be seated at an appropriate time during the performance which shall be determined by and at the discretion of the artists.  Closed circuit monitors are situated in Grand Lobby in the Whitman Theatre so latecomers can watch the performance until Late Seating can commence, however late seating is not guaranteed.  Please allow sufficient time for travel and parking.
Mobile telephones, beepers, and watch alarms must be turned off during performances.

Children

Except where noted, Brooklyn Center performances are recommended for a general audiences. However, as an advisory to adults who might bring young people, we recommend paying particular attention to any warnings within the event's description on this site.  Only motion pictures have MPAA ratings; live performances will carry general advisories as to language or sexual content within the description of the event. 

All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket except where events are listed as FREE.

Balloons:
During certain children's shows and especially during graduations, vendors will sell balloons outside the Center gates.  Please DO NOT purchase balloons before the show because they absolutely will NOT be allowed into the theatre building and you will only loose the purchase price.  Only purchase balloons AFTER the performance or graduation.

Miscellaneous

Concessions:
Soft drinks, both diet and regular as well as salt-free Old Fashioned Seltzer and a variety of snacks especially chosen for the health-conscious, are available at our concessions booths.  Also available is our superb specialty blend of Columbian coffee and tea.  Except for our Poland Spring bottled water, concessions may not be carried into the theatre proper; there are standing tables dotting the Grand Lobby to make consuming the delectables a comfortable experience.  Please help to keep our theatres clean by observing food and beverage restriction to only the theatre Grand Lobby.

Restrooms:
For your convenience, restrooms are located on each level of the theatres.  

Leaving the Theatre:
Regulations regarding a patron leaving the theatre with the intention of returning, even with a ticket stub, will vary from engagement to engagement.  Usually this can be arranged, but for many shows it will not be permitted due to security considerations.  It is recommended that should you anticipate the need to leave the theatre, let the House Manager or one of the house staff know.  You will be informed if this is possible and by what procedure.  Naturally in an emergency you can leave at any time, but in some instances your re-admittance may not be guaranteed.  

Doctors:
Although doctors can now rely on cell phones for emergencies, our theatre construction has been known to make cell reception intermittent at best.  We strongly suggest doctors honor that long-standing tradition of leaving your name and seat location with the House Manager before the show so that you can be reached in case of an emergency.

Group Sales:
Call (718) 951-4600 x25 for more information.

Additional Information:
All theatres have year round Air Conditioning appropriate to the season. 

We DO NOT provide Coat Check in any of our theatres.