By Design

Date: Monday, August 18th

Venue: Gansevoort Plaza, Meatpacking District

Address: 9th Avenue and Gansevoort Street, New York, NY 10014

7:00 PM: Plaza Seating Opens

8:15 PM: Program Begins

THE FILM

By Design

Amanda Kramer | 2025 | US | 99 mins

Upon seeing a chair with a gorgeous body - sturdy frame, meticulous handiwork, classic design - Camille, a woman who's never been particularly jealous of any other woman, realizes that she truly envies the life of a perfect piece of furniture. Its usefulness even in utter plainness. Its providing of comfort, relief to all who need it. Through the wishing magic of the enduring body-swap genre, Camille and this chair exchange form. So begins a nightmare of stillness and silence. A woman's being trapped inside of an object, an object's essence weighing down a woman's figure. Feminine rivalry and resentment taken to its most ludicrous, surreal extreme. Presented in partnership with the Meatpacking District Business Improvement District.

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RSVP DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY. SEATING IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.

IN THE EVENT OF RAIN, SHOW WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT THE SAME LOCATION. NO ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED.

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FAQs

How will it work?

RSVP is encouraged but not required for entry. No need to check in, just show up! This show will have open seating in the seating area.

How do I get there?

Subway: take the A, C or L train to 14 St/8 Av. Bus: take the M11 or M12 to Hudson Street & West 13 Street. If you are driving you will need to find street parking.

Do I need to bring a chair?

Chairs will be provided so no need to bring your own!

Can I bring food and drinks?

No outside alcoholic beverages are allowed. Feel free to bring snacks and non-alcoholic beverages!

Where will the screening take place at the Meatpacking District?

The screening will take place at the plaza located at the intersection of Little W 12th St., Gansevoort St. and 9th avenue.

How accessible is this venue?

This venue is accessible to all. If you have any concerns, please email us at [email protected] or call at 718-417-7362 for more information.

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

Rooftop Films are open to all ages

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Gansevoort Plaza, Meatpacking District, 9th Avenue and Gansevoort Street, New York, United States