Subway Plays

“Subway Plays”

A trilogy of site-specific, sensory podplays for the New York City Subway.  Armed with nothing more than a set of headphones and an mp3 file, spectators ride the subway while listening to the recorded production - every surrounding sight, smell, and sound plays a supporting role in the experience.

Conceived and Directed by Erin B. Mee.

The International Local by Jenny Lyn Bader
The 7 Train between Times Square in Manhattan and 74th Street-Broadway/Roosevelt Ave in Queens

Damper Felts by Jessie Bear
The N Train between Times Square in Manhattan and Astoria-Ditmars Boulevard in Queens

Spare Some Change by Colin Waitt
The L Train between 8 Ave in Manhattan and Broadway Junction in Brooklyn

Photos by June Xie
Sound Design by Natalie Johnsonius Neubert
Stage Management by Sophia Cohen Smith

Subway Plays is made possible in part with public funds from Creative Engagement, supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and administered by Lower Manhattan Cultural Council.  Lower Manhattan Cultural Council empowers artists by providing them with networks, resources, and support, to create vibrant, sustainable communities in Lower Manhattan and beyond.