About this venue
Centenary Stage Company - Sitnik Theatre is one of the main performing arts venues within the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the Centenary University campus. The theatre is designed as a contemporary performance space for plays, concerts, dance productions and other live events, with an intimate layout that keeps audiences close to the stage and performers.
The interior is suited to a wide range of productions, with clear sightlines and technical facilities that support both theatrical and musical performances. Visitors can expect comfortable seating, a practical auditorium layout and an atmosphere that works equally well for larger productions and smaller, performance-focused events.
The theatre is located at 715 Grand Ave, Hackettstown, United States, within the Lackland Performing Arts Center complex. Visitors arriving by car can use parking options close to the venue, with only a short walk required to reach the entrance. For broader information about reaching Hackettstown and getting around the city, see the transportation section further down the page.
About the city
Hackettstown, a historic town in northwestern New Jersey, combines the atmosphere of a smaller American town with a surprisingly lively selection of cultural, sporting, and community events. Centenary University and the Lackland Performing Arts Center, home to the Sitnik Theatre, bring concerts, theatre performances, and other stage productions to the town, while the John M. Reeves Student Recreation Center adds an additional sporting dimension through university competitions. Thanks to its compact downtown area, visitors can easily combine attending an event with restaurants, cafés, and shops along Main Street, making Hackettstown a convenient destination for concerts, sporting events, and performances in New Jersey.
An important part of arriving and getting around is Hackettstown Station, an NJ TRANSIT railway station served by the Montclair-Boonton Line and the Morris & Essex Lines. The station is located close to the town center, making it easier to continue the journey toward Main Street, Centenary University, and local event venues. For international visitors, one of the main gateways to the wider region is Newark Liberty International Airport, from where travel toward northwestern New Jersey can continue by road and rail connections. Good access via regional roads also makes it convenient to reach the Lackland Performing Arts Center, Sitnik Theatre, and John M. Reeves Student Recreation Center by car.
Before or after a concert, performance, or sporting event, it is worth exploring the historic center along Main Street, where traditional small-town architecture is combined with local restaurants, shops, and cafés. For a quieter break, Riverfront Park offers walking paths and green spaces along the Musconetcong River, while nearby Stephens State Park provides additional opportunities to spend time in nature. The combination of cultural attractions, sports, a historic downtown, and natural surroundings allows visitors to turn an event into a complete stay in this distinctive part of northwestern New Jersey.
