August Wilson Theater

Theatre capers!

Address:

245 West 52nd Street - Between Broadway and Eighth Avenue
10019 - Times Square/Theatre District/Midtown
NY

Nearest Bus or Train:

N, R, W to 49th Street or 1, 9 to 50th Street

Open Hours:

Box office: 10a-8p M-Sa, noon-6p Su

Built in 1925, this venue was originally known as the Guild Theater, after which it was re-christened Virginia Theater. The name finally settled down to August Wilson Theatre, and in 1985 it was designated a New York City landmark. Plays and musicals are performed here on a regular basis; a comfortable lounge and lobby area is there to mill around after or before shows. While the beautiful Roman arches and columns give it a very grandiose look, the earthy tones, low lighting and unique textured walls provide that upscale touch. It can hold an audience of about 1,300 persons.

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