Longacre Theatre
Longacre Theatre
Between Broadway and 8th Avenue 220 West 48th Street New York NY 10036- Website:
- http://www.shubertorganization.com/theatres/lon...
- Capacity:
- 1091
History
The Longacre, named for Longacre Square (now Times Square), was built by producer/manager H.H. Frazee (also known as the owner of the Boston Red Sox who sold Babe Ruth to the Yankees). After Frazee fell into financial difficulties, the theatre changed hands many times before being sold to Astor Theatre Incorporated, a Shubert subsidiary, in 1919. WOR leased it from 1943-1953 as a radio and television playhouse.
Architecture
Henry B. Herts designed the Longacre, one of four currently operating Shubert playhouses that he designed. It boasts a French Neo-classical-style exterior and a Beaux Arts-style interior, but lacks some of the individuality and flair which characterized Herts’ other designs.
In 2007-08, architect Michael Kostow oversaw a multimillion dollar restoration of the theatre, restoring the original plasterwork and architectural detail, expanding patron amenities, improving sightlines and repairing and cleaning the neo-French Classical exterior facade.
The Longacre, named for Longacre Square (now Times Square), was built by producer/manager H.H. Frazee (also known as the owner of the Boston Red Sox who sold Babe Ruth to the Yankees). After Frazee fell into financial difficulties, the theatre changed hands many times before being sold to Astor Theatre Incorporated, a Shubert subsidiary, in 1919. WOR leased it from 1943-1953 as a radio and television playhouse.
Architecture
Henry B. Herts designed the Longacre, one of four currently operating Shubert playhouses that he designed. It boasts a French Neo-classical-style exterior and a Beaux Arts-style interior, but lacks some of the individuality and flair which characterized Herts’ other designs.
In 2007-08, architect Michael Kostow oversaw a multimillion dollar restoration of the theatre, restoring the original plasterwork and architectural detail, expanding patron amenities, improving sightlines and repairing and cleaning the neo-French Classical exterior facade.
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Current Events on Goldstar
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Past Events on Goldstar
Burn the Floor: International Ballroom Dance Sensation at the Longacre Theatre
Longacre Theatre (New York, NY)
- Full Price:
- $59.50 - $111.50
- Our Price:
- $36.50 - $66.50
Blending Latin and ballroom dance into an electrifying performance, the international hit Burn the Floor comes to Broadway with a troupe that includes two percussionists, two vocalists, and 16 top dancers... Learn More.
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Handicap Information
Handicap seating may be available.
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