Stony Brook, Long Island, New York

Staller Center For the Arts

Cultural Venue
Event Venue
4.7(445)

Known For

  • Stony Brook Film Festival
  • Stanley Jordan jazz concerts
  • Nutcracker ballet performances
  • On-site art gallery

Insider Tips

Best Time

During major events like film festivals or headline concerts for peak atmosphere

Ideal For

Cultural outingsFamily-friendly performancesStudent eventsDate nights

Pro Tip

Second row seats offer great views but watch for light bars that may obstruct sightlines.

Editorial Review

Walk through the doors of the Staller Center for the Arts and you’re immediately swept up in a current of creative energy. Tucked within Stony Brook University, this is more than just a campus theater—it's the cultural heart of the North Shore, where students and locals mingle for everything from jazz legends to indie film debuts. Five distinct performance spaces buzz with anticipation before each show, while the on-site art gallery offers a thoughtful pause between acts. The main hall’s seating is surprisingly comfortable—and ingeniously designed so you’re rarely tripping over knees or squeezed into tight corners. Acoustics are crisp, whether it’s a concert or classic ballet. While parking can be a hassle during construction, the payoff is an authentic gathering place where Long Island’s diverse threads come together. The annual film festival draws cinephiles from across the region, bridging campus life with broader community culture. Here, every night feels like an invitation to discovery.

Price Level

$$

Contact

+1 631-632-2787

Live Music

Hours

  • Sunday: 12AM - 12PM
  • Monday: 12AM - 12PM
  • Tuesday: 12AM - 12PM
  • Wednesday: 12AM - 12PM
  • Thursday: 12AM - 12PM
  • Friday: 12AM - 12PM
  • Saturday: 12AM - 12PM

Frontier Insights

Major destination with tourist appeal

Tourist Awareness

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Data confidence: high(4 sources)
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