Performance Operations and Venue Rentals
The CART Performance Operations (CPO) Department at Montclair State University ensures the seamless, professional execution of Dance, Music, Theater, Opera, Talks, Presentations, and other live production events for academic programs, presented artists, campus partners, community entities, and rental clients, and manages the performing arts facilities within the Montclair State University College of the Arts (CART).
Box Office
Venue Accessibility
For the most convenient access to our performance venues, patrons are encouraged to park on the 4th floor of the Red Hawk Parking Deck.
All on-campus performance venues offer designated accessible seating for patrons who use wheelchairs or walkers, as well as seating accommodations for companions. Wireless infrared assistive listening receivers and closed-captioning devices are available upon request.
Our venues feature elevators, handrails, wide doorways, accessible restrooms, and, in most-cases, barrier-free access with ground-level entrances.
For additional accessibility accommodations or special requests, please contact Audience Services at 973-655-4010.
Directions and Parking
Walking Directions from Red Hawk Deck
Memorial Auditorium in Life Hall
Studio 1200 in Life Hall
L. Howard Fox Theater in Life Hall
Presentation Hall in College of Communication and Media
Transportation from New York
MONDAY – FRIDAY TRAIN Montclair – Boonton Line (Midtown Direct from New York to Montclair Heights Station – New Jersey Transit.) Note there are two Montclair stops, use the Montclair Heights Station. The Montclair State University stop is over a mile away from the theater. Visit NJTransit for more information.
Local Transportation Information
NJ Transit Railroad service to Montclair Heights is not available on the weekend.
NJ Transit Bus lines 28 and 705 stop in front of the Alexander Kasser Theater (this is the Montclair State University stop). Go to New Jersey Transit or call NJ Transit at 973-275-5555 for schedules and more information.
Parking Information
All patron parking is in the Red Hawk Deck, directly adjacent to the Alexander Kasser Theater. Once parked, exit the Red Hawk Deck from the 4th floor to access the theater. Save the wait and purchase event parking in the Kasser lobby. Parking fees may also be paid at the kiosk machines located on the 2nd, 4th, and 5th floors of the Red Hawk Parking Deck or at the pay stations as you exit the garage.
Event Parking
All patron parking is in the Red Hawk Parking Deck, directly adjacent to the Alexander Kasser Theater. Once parked, take the elevator or stairs to the 4th floor to exit. For larger events in Kasser Theater and Memorial Auditorium, parking vouchers will be on sale in the lobby, pre-show.
The Red Hawk Parking Deck Event Rate (table in the lobby)
- $6 (cash only)
Avoid the lines at the kiosk machines. Stop by the parking table in the lobby for the convenience of paying your event-parking fee for a flat $6. Parking fees may also be paid at the kiosk machines located on levels 2, 4, and 5 of the Red Hawk Parking Deck or the pay stations as you exit the garage.
The Red Hawk Parking Deck hourly kiosk rates are as follows:
- 0-30 minutes: FREE
- 31-60 minutes: $2
- 1-2 hours: $4
- 2-6 hours: $8
For any questions, comments, or concerns about your parking experience, please contact Parking Services by phone at 973-655-7580 or by email at parking@montclair.edu.
For any questions, comments, or concerns about your parking experience, please contact Audience Services at 973-655-4010.
Staff
Hillery Makatura
- Director of Performance Operations
Cubby Terry
- Facilities And Event Manager
Colin Van Horn
- Technical Director
Kevin Johnson
- Senior Production Engineer
Jason Flamos
- Lighting Supervisor
Jeff Wingfield
- Box Office Manager
Rayne Collins
- Front of House Coordinator
Laurel Brolly
- Business Manager
Contact Us
We would be happy to meet you to discuss your upcoming event and help determine which venue is best for you.
Broadcast and Media Operations
We’re all about location. Located just 12 miles from Manhattan, we are a full-service, state-of-the-art, one-stop-shop for all of your film, television and radio production and corporate event needs. Our goal is simple: to help you succeed by delivering service that exceeds your expectations. Our proximity to Manhattan makes us a convenient choice for leading film and television producers, directors, location managers, as well as convention, conference and corporate event and training planners. We are also a popular venue for TED-style talks, film screenings and a wide array of live-streamed events.
- cporentals@montclair.edu
- 973-655-7664
- Alexander Kasser Theater