Theater

Sitting in a dark, heavily air-conditioned theater is one of the best ways to beat that killer New York City heat, so kick back and check out some of these shows before close this summer.

See? You’re not the only one.

The lead can sing as loud as she wants, but there won’t be anything to sing about without the talent to fill these seven critical offstage roles.

If you’re spending July in the city, instead of cooling off by the beach or pool, check out what’s playing Off-Broadway this month.

Here are 11 things only true theater lovers will understand.

1. Your wardrobe is composed of mostly show t-shirts.