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Astra Place Theatre told to remove courtyard from 30‑day notice or show lawful use before license moves forward

Manhattan City Community Board 2 SLA Committee · November 6, 2025
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Summary

At the SLA committee meeting, applicants for a liquor license at the Astra Place Theatre said they intended to serve patrons in a small lobby and, weather permitting, in an adjacent courtyard. Committee members asked the applicants to either remove the courtyard from the 30‑day public‑notice or produce documentation (certificate of occupancy and

An application from Sweet Hospitality Group LLC for a liquor license at the Astra Place Theatre drew committee scrutiny because the application included use of an adjacent courtyard that sits behind residential units.

Attorney Matthew Sansom and company representatives described the theater operation, noting lobby service and late‑evening show schedules; the application…

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