NYC Theater Secrets from a 'Succession' Star: Where to Eat, Drink, and See the Best Shows

Zoe Winters' Guide to NYC Theater: From Pre-Show Bites to Secret Restroom Spots

Zoë Winters, known for her role as Kerry on HBO's 'Succession', spills her secrets for navigating the NYC theater scene. Get ready for a glimpse into her favorite spots, insider tips, and must-see shows.

Where to Eat & Drink Before the Show

• Bar Centrale: A romantic and intimate spot for drinks before or after a show in the Theater District. It sits above Orso, a fantastic restaurant for a pre-show meal.
• Via Carota: Winters' favorite restaurant in the city, perfect for a pre-show dinner before a performance at Cherry Lane, Rattlestick, Lucille Lortel, or Barrow Street Theatre.

Her Must-Order Dishes:

• Leafy Greens
• Grilled Artichokes
• Mushrooms and Smoked Scamorza
• Carrots with Yogurt and Pistachios
• Cacio Pepe (pasta)

After the Show

• Lobby Bar at The Hotel Chelsea: A perfect spot for a post-show Martini with fellow actor J. Smith-Cameron.
• West Bank Cafe: Great for a post-show drink, with a stellar Boulevardier.

Insider Tips:

• Use the restroom at your pre-show dinner rather than waiting in line at the theater. (Winters even admits to sneaking into nearby hotels for restroom access!)
• Do your research! Explore the playwrights, actors, and designs to find a show that truly speaks to you.

Winters' Favorite Theaters:

• Second Stage Theater: Currently showcasing 'Walden', the Off-Broadway production where she stars. (catch it before November 24th!)
• New York Theatre Workshop
• Playwrights Horizons
• The Public
• The Atlantic
• The Vineyard
• Lincoln Center
• Signature

What's On Her Radar:

• 'We Live in Cairo' (NYTW)
• 'BAD KREYÒL' (Signature)
• 'THE BLOOD QUILT' (LCT)
• 'Hold On to Me Darling' (Atlantic)
• 'Oh, Mary!' (Lyceum Theatre)
• 'Cult of Love' (Second Stage)

Her Favorite Theaters Around the World:

• Steppenwolf (Chicago)
• The Theatre Royal Haymarket (London)
• Wyndham's Theatre (London)
• The Gate (Dublin)
• Minami-za theatre (Kyoto)

Don't Miss 'Walden'

Catch Winters in 'Walden' at Second Stage Theater before it closes on November 24th! This Off-Broadway production starring Winters and Emily Rossum explores the bond between two sisters raised by an astronaut father.