The Apollo Theater is a distinguished and legendary landmark in Harlem. Originally it was a burlesque hall for an all-white audience when it opened its doors in 1914, but by the 1930s it became home to legendary jazz greats like Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington. The theater has been restored, and every Wednesday at 7:30p the stage is opened to amateurs; when heckling is not just common, but expected. There are also musical performances held on other nights. Admission varies. Call for details.
Home to the legendary dance company The Rockettes, Radio City Music Hall is one of the most spectacular and famous performance venues in the United States. Its locale in the heart of the Big Apple has made it a cultural center, particularly during the Christmas season. Originally opened in 1932 and nicknamed "The Palace for the People," Radio City was renovated in 1980. Anybody who is anybody has performed here - New York legends Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Sammy Davis, Jr. are just a few that spring to mind, and to this day, the stage remains a showcase for entertainment royalty.
The 1923 Yankee Stadium was a historic landmark in the world of Major League Baseball. Some of the sport's greatest players spent their careers there, including Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle and Joe DiMaggio. Though they'll never be able to replace that historic monument, the franchise debuted their new stadium in 2009, directly across the street from the old park. The "new" Yankee Stadium has many new features, such as expanded walkways, more concessionaires, and a renovated Monument Park. Lifetime fans will notice familiar touches, though, the biggest among them being the outfield frieze back in its original location around the upper deck. Suite and party facilities are available for those looking for something slightly more private. Check the website for pricing, schedules and other info.
Widely regarded as New York City's best musical performance venue, Bowery Ballroom is a 550-person capacity event venue with 3 floors, bars and dedicated balconies for mosh pits. This NYC mainstay showcases the brightest new talents in underground and contemporary music and hence is a must visit for all those indie rock music fans out there. Artists of various levels of fame have graced the stage here, such as Nine Inch Nails, who sometimes treat their eager fans to secret shows. Stay back after the show ends for an opportunity to interact with the artists having a drink in the bar downstairs.
Prudential Center is the first of its kind in the metropolitan area of New York and New Jersey. In downtown Newark, this is a one stop entertainment destination, whether you are looking for night activity, sporting or leisure activities or even accommodation. It features two club lounges with a capacity of 1000 guests each and a 350-seat restaurant, featuring a la carte menu and buffet. Viewing events that take place here is possible from the various seating arrangements such as the events suite, club seats, executive suites and platinum seats. The space is adaptable for various events.
Governor's Comedy Club in Levittown, located at a 45-minute drive from Long Island, is a great place to unwind if you like stand-up comedy. The club has been host to the performances of a number of renowned national artists like Dom Irrera and Tim Gage who have driven the crowd mad with laughter by their gags. The club is dimly lit and has a capacity to host up to 220 spectators at a time. The show usually starts early in the evening and offers dining and drinking. So if you do not have time to go out for dinner, then you choose from a variety of burgers, sandwiches and pizzas and pair it with a beer pint or a cocktail on offer. Book your seats online in advance by visiting their website so that you do not miss out on the performances of your favorite artists.
On the opening night of this famous music house, Tchaikovsky conducted and New York's elite waited in line to enter. Carnegie Hall quickly became an international Mecca of classical music, attracting the brightest stars from Bernstein to Toscanini. Today, over 100 years later, top orchestras and modern music share this venue. The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Frank Zappa and Frank Sinatra have all headlined here. Many musicians claim it has the best acoustics in the world. Tours are available during the day. Practice, practice, practice isn't the only way to get to Carnegie Hall!
Since the Isaac Stern Auditorium/Ronald O. Perelman Stage opened its doors in 1891, it has been a sought-after performing arts venue in New York. The elegant and well-planned design, with its characteristic curved plan, was the idea and effort of William Burnett Tuthill, an architect and cellist. Its interiors boast of a palatial grandeur with deep red plush seats against pale pastel walls and no matter where you are seated, an impeccable view of the stage is guaranteed. The five-layered seating can accommodate up to 2,804 patrons, thus making it an ideal venue for major concerts, lectures, seminars and much more.
Judy and Arthur Zankel Hall, the latest addition to Carnegie Hall, serves as a venue for a variety of musical performances. This elegant hall is below the main auditorium and had opened in 2003. It has become one of the premium music venues of the city and has hosted concerts spanning numerous genres from classical, chamber to contemporary such as pop, jazz and more.
Studio 54, previously known as the famous Gallo Opera House has now reinvented itself as one of the prominent Broadway theaters in the Theater District. The theater is now home to the Roundabout Theatre Company which staged an adaptation of Tennessee Williams' A Street Car Named Desire in 2005. A nightclub operates on the second floor and has been graced with performances by notable singers like Gloria Estefan.
Built in 1927, this theater became the 1950s and 60s home to television's 'The Ed Sullivan Show'; most famously, this program introduced The Beatles and Elvis Presley to middle America. Today, 'The Late Show with David Letterman' is filmed inside from Monday to Thursdays. Limited standby tickets are offered at noon on the day of the show, but get there early, as some people begin lining up before dawn.