Herbert Gilman Theater

JCC's 400-seat Herbert Gilman Theater hosts dozens of performances annually, including: the Jewish Book Festival and annual Hartford Jewish Film Festival, our Live @ The Gilman series, and our renowned Youth and Teen musical productions. Its lobby is home to the Ann Randall Gallery which features select small art collections each month.

The Theater is also available for rentals. The space features a Proscenium stage suitable for rehearsals, productions, concerts, dance presentations and speakers. There is a professional lighting and sound system, as well as support from the Mandell JCC technical director.

The Theater is equipped to accommodate people with physical disabilities and/or the hearing impaired and there is a new Green Room located backstage with dressing rooms and restrooms.