This former Greek Revival-style residential building, combines an intimate atmosphere with some of the best shows off Broadway. It was in January 1968 that this place became operational as a theater and it now has a capacity of 300. Playwrights like Sam Shepard and John Ford Noonan have had their plays premiered at this prestigious venue. The famous Blue Man Group has been performing at Astor Place Theatre for over two decades.
One of the major landmarks of New York City, Madison Square Garden's theater evokes sweet memories for visitors to this place. Though primarily known for sporting events, Madison Square Garden (MSG) is favored by lovers of theater as well. Check out the musical concerts at the Theater of MSG. Watch your favorite pugilists fight to the finish as you hang on to the edge of your seat or spend some happy moments with your loved ones while enjoying the family shows. Regardless of what you choose, it's unlikely that you will leave this theater without wanting to come back again.
Like its name, the Majestic Theater is one of the largest theaters in New York (more than 1600 seats) with a long-running reputation for having exceptional plays and musicals. The theater is home to the longest running show in the history of Broadway The Phantom of the Opera which has music by the fabled Andrew Lloyd Webber - this astonishingly popular musical was first performed here in 1988!
This 100-year old building is the oldest theater on Broadway, and is considered one of the most beautiful. Built in 1903, its soaring columns and penthouse windows are magnificent. With a seating capacity for 925 people, it is relatively smaller than the other Broadway theaters. However, it has hosted some of the greatest artists from around the globe. Paul Osborn, Whoopi Goldberg and Marc Salem are just a few who have performed here. Past productions include I Am My Own Wife and The Invention Of Love. This is one of the few theaters which offers a listening device to the deaf. Check the website for details of upcoming performances.
Housed within a historic building, the Bernard B. Jacobs Theater, opened in 1927, has seen performances ranging from operas to cinema. Two seating levels provide for uninterrupted views of the arena, and the front mezzanine seats are the best in the house. Notable shows have been musicals, such as Grease, in the late 70s and early 80s, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and the Pulitzer Prize winning play Anna in the Tropics. Yesteryear stars like Julie Andrews have been featured here, while contemporary glamor can be found in the likes of Sean 'P Diddy' Combs.
A uniquely designed theater which offers intimate seating for a little over 1,000 audience members. The Ambassador Theater, in the heart of Broadway, presents the finest in theatrical performances year round. It isn't as grandly beautiful as some of its counterparts but it's another venerable member of New York's illustrious theater tradition.
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.
Designed by Philip Johnson to resemble a box of jewels, David H. Koch Theater is home to the New York City Ballet. Situated within the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on the Upper West Side, it is one of the most popular addresses for arts in the city. Chandeliers and glass adorn the walls and ceilings in this glinting, glitzy theater and its striking architecture is as much an arresting vision as the shows inside it, if not more. The likes of John Raitt and Ethel Merman have graced this stage in the past. The beautiful performances of the ballerinas and the musicians weave a mesmerizing story out of their performances and is a must visit for the culturally inclined.
The Lincoln Center for Performing Arts is a massive venue when it comes to live entertainment. The Lincoln Center Out-of-Doors has something for everyone: internationally recognized dances, high-level performances, special events and jazz. Watch out for Live From Lincoln Center, a program that has famous orchestras and artistes performing. Lincoln Center holds about 400 live performances a year, ranging from classical to modern productions. And as if that wasn't enough, the Center also hosts many events put on by the Film Society at Lincoln Center. There are guided tours on a daily basis that explore the world-renowned Metropolitan Opera House, Avery Fisher Hall, the New York State Theater (home of the New York City Opera) and the Vivian Beaumont Theater. During the tour, your guides will entertain you with fascinating stories and give you a glimpse of a rehearsal in progress.
The Queens Theater is nestled in the sprawling Flushing Meadows Corona Park in the New York State Pavilion. Situated in the heart of the park near the Queens Museum, the Ice Skating Rink, and the World’s Fair Unisphere, it has a 472-seat main stage theater and a 90-seat experimental theater. The theater focuses on up-and-coming playwrights and taps into the diverse communities of Queens. Dramas, concerts, musicals, art festivals and other similar events are a regular feature here. Check website for details.