# The Arena: A Radio Play

> In 1938, the Federal Theatre Project, helmed by Hallie Flanagan, was shuttered in… The Arena: A Radio Play at Bronx Music Hall in Bronx. One night: Fri Nov 13.

- Venue: [Bronx Music Hall](https://bronder.nyc/jazz/clubs/bronx_music_hall.html.md)
- Address: 438 E 163rd St, Bronx, NY 10451 ([Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=438+E+163rd+St%2C+Bronx%2C+NY+10451))
- Neighborhood: Bronx
- Status: One night: Fri Nov 13
- Section: [NYC Jazz Clubs](https://bronder.nyc/jazz/index.html.md)
- Web page: https://bronder.nyc/jazz/clubs/bronx_music_hall/the-arena-a-radio-play.html
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- Last updated: Nov 06, 2026 at 07:02 AM

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- Run: 2026-11-13
- Tickets and info: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36821/production/1294496

In 1938, the Federal Theatre Project, helmed by Hallie Flanagan, was shuttered in a closed committee hearing. The Arena, a documentary radio play based on Hallie Flanagan’s memoir, re-imagines that hearing as a series of vaudevillian sketches that gives artists their proverbial day in court. Set within a fictional dream sequence of an out-of-work composer after she discovers Flanagan’s memoir, The Arena interrogates the value of art and artists within society. To enhance security and improve efficiency, the Bronx Music Hall is now a cashless venue. We accept all major credit and debit cards, as well as digital payment options such as Apple Pay and Google Pay All ticket sales are final. No refunds will be issued. Doors open at 7:00 pm

Upcoming dates:

- Fri, Nov 13 at 07:30 PM — Bronx Music Hall

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