New Brunswick, NJ venue guide
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Bag policy
Bags may be searched at entry, and guests may pass through magnetometers or handheld metal detectors. Oversized bags and backpacks are prohibited, along with weapons, outside food and drink, recording gear, selfie sticks, signs, laser pointers, and laptops or tablets. A coat check in the main lobby Concierge Desk accepts coats and bags for a small cash fee.
Entrances
The theatre is at 15 Livingston Avenue. The lobby typically opens about one hour before curtain, with seating usually beginning about 30 minutes prior. Latecomers are seated only at management discretion and may miss part of the performance; lobby video monitors are available until late seating opens.
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Bags may be searched at entry, and guests may pass through magnetometers or handheld metal detectors. Oversized bags and backpacks are prohibited, along with weapons, outside food and drink, recording gear, selfie sticks, signs, laser pointers, and laptops or tablets. A coat check in the main lobby Concierge Desk accepts coats and bags for a small cash fee.
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Wheelchair and companion seats are offered in orchestra and balcony areas, with transfer aisle seats available; an elevator reaches lobby, balcony, Studio, and VIP Lounge levels. Assistive listening uses Dual FM headsets or the WaveCAST app; ASL interpretation and audio description can be requested in advance. Accessible and family restrooms, sensory bags, and service animals are supported.
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Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, NJ, 08901
NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak serve New Brunswick Station a few blocks away on the Northeast Corridor. NJ TRANSIT riders and employees receive a 20 percent discount on select shows with proof of ridership or employment at the venue.
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Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Outside food and drink are not allowed. A bar and concessions operate for guest convenience in the renovated lobbies.
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Main-lobby restrooms include two women's rooms, one men's room, and a gender-neutral family restroom. Balcony level has a large gender-neutral multi-stall restroom plus family restrooms; all restrooms use touchless fixtures and are fully accessible. Studio and VIP Donor Lounge also have restrooms.
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Touring artists sometimes sell merchandise in the main lobby. State Theatre branded merchandise is offered through the venue's online store for home delivery.
Verified Oct 2, 2026State Theatre New Jersey FAQs
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