Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage
Carnegie Hall is a historic New York concert venue that opened in 1891, known for world-class performances, three stages, and wide-reaching music education programs.
About Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage
Carnegie Hall is one of the world’s most recognized concert venues, located at the corner of 57th Street and Seventh Avenue in New York City. A designated national historic landmark, it presents concerts across three main spaces: Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage, Zankel Hall, and Weill Recital Hall.
The hall’s mission centers on presenting leading musicians and ensembles, supporting new artistic work, and making music accessible to broad audiences. Beyond performances, Carnegie Hall runs extensive education and community programs through its Weill Music Institute, reaching students, teachers, and families in New York City and internationally.
Public engagement extends beyond concerts. The venue offers guided tours during the concert season, a Rose Museum displaying archival materials from its long history, and a retail shop. Ticketing is available online, by phone, and at the box office, with multiple discount programs and membership options. Accessibility services, including assistive listening devices and step-free access, are part of its regular operations. Digital initiatives such as webcasts and radio broadcasts allow audiences to experience programs remotely.
Quick Facts
Capacity
2,790 people
Established
1891
Past Events
On the eve of what would have been Zakir Hussain’s 75th birthday, the Zakir Hussain Institute of Music and the World Mus...