NJPAC

Directions to NJPAC

FROM THE SOUTH
via NJ Turnpike North
Follow NJ Turnpike North to Exit 15W (Newark/The Oranges). After toll booth follow Route 280 West to Exit 15A (Route 21 - Downtown/Arts). At bottom of ramp (traffic light), make a right onto Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

via Garden State Parkway North
Follow Garden State Parkway North to Exit 145 (Route 280). Follow Route 280 East to Exit 15 (Route 21 - Downtown/Arts). At bottom of ramp (traffic light), make a right onto Route 21 South, (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

FROM THE NORTH, NORTHEAST & NEW YORK CITY
via NJ Turnpike South
Follow NJ Turnpike South to Exit 15W (Newark/The Oranges). After toll booth follow Route 280 West to Exit 15A (Route 21 - Downtown). Follow signs to Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Make a right onto Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

via Garden State Parkway South
Follow Garden State Parkway South to Exit 145. Follow signs to Route 280 East. Follow Route 280 East to Exit 15 (Route 21 - Downtown/Arts). At bottom of ramp (traffic light), make a right onto Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

from New York City
From George Washington Bridge or Lincoln Tunnell, follow signs to NJ Turnpike South. Take NJ Turnpike South to Exit 15W. From Holland Tunnel, follow signs to NJ Turnpike North. Take NJ Turnpike North to Exit 15W. Follow directions from Exit 15W above.

FROM THE WEST
via Route 280
Follow Route 280 East to Exit 15 (Route 21 South - Downtown/Arts). At bottom of ramp (traffic light), make a right onto Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

via Route 78
Follow Route 78 East to Exit 57 (Newark, Downtown/Arts). Stay to the right and follow signs to Route 21 North (McCarter Highway). You will travel across the viaduct into downtown Newark. Stay in the left three lanes and travel onto Route 21 North (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 North to Center Street, make a left onto Center Street. If you miss this turn, continue on Route 21 North to the Lombardy Street jughandle, then make the u-turn back to Route 21 South until you reach Center Street. Make a right onto Center Street.

Please note that from March 2006 trough September 2008, there will be intense construction and renovation of Newark’s Stickel Bridge, including lane closures, partial bridge closures, and full bridge closures. Ramps from Route I-280 are not expected to be involved during this period of construction. For real-time traffic updates regarding Route I-280, check the DOT information page.

NJPAC works closely with both NJ Transit and the DOT to minimize any inconvenience to NJPAC patrons. However, you may wish to allow additional time to reach the theater. Out of respect to our patrons and the artists, late seating is done only at the discretion of management. Up-to-date information on construction activities and conditions in the downtown Newark area is available from the following sources:

Call 1-888-GO-NJPAC and press 3-2-1 for up-to-date information, 24 hours a day
Tune in to WBGO/88.3 for traffic reports between 6-9 am and 4-6:30pm, weekdays only
Online at www.njcommuter.com
Watch for variable message signs displaying real-time travel updates on the main access roads into Newark (Routes 1/9, 22, 78, 280)

Accessibility

NJPAC has been designed to accommodate the needs of individuals with physical disabilities as follows:

Limited Mobility Designated seating is held aside for patrons who use a wheelchair and want to remain in the wheelchair, and for patrons who prefer to transfer from the wheelchair or power scooter to the theater seat. Seats are available for purchase adjacent to the wheelchair seating if the patron wishes to bring a companion. NJPAC ushers, if available, may assist patrons from the front door of the theater to their seats. The patron is responsible for getting from the street or parking area to the theater. Online ordering of specifically designated wheelchair-accessible seating will become available in the coming weeks, so please check back soon. Orders can currently be placed by calling toll-free (888) 466-5722.

Hearing Impairment For patrons with hearing impairments, Sennheiser listening (infrared) devices are available in the lobby of the theater from the House Staff. Patrons will be asked to leave a driver's license or credit card as a deposit. Hearing impaired patrons may place telephone orders for NJPAC tickets by calling our special TTY number 1-877-886-5722.

NJPAC also offers open-captioned performances for its Broadway musical engagements. During the 2008-2009 Season, the following performances will be open-captioned: Cats on Wed., Nov. 19 at 7:30; Rent on Wed., February 11 at 7:30; Fiddler on the Roof on Wed., March 11 at 7:30; and Jesus Christ Superstar on Fri., April 10 at 8:00.

Little People of America Seat cushions are available in the lobby of the theater from the House Staff for patrons (adults or children).

• NJPAC Map
• NJPAC Website