Longacre Theatre
Yes
Subway
Times Sq - 42nd St
Times Sq - 42nd St
Times Sq - 42nd St
Times Sq - 42nd St
42nd St - Port Authority Bus Term
About
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.
Dressing Code
No specified dress code.
Late Seating Policy
Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of management.
Concessions
A selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, as well as candy available for purchase
Water Fountain
Located in restrooms.
Hearing Assistance
Provided by Sound Associates. For more information visit http://www.soundassociates.com/services/blistings/
Elevators and Escalators
There are no elevators or escalators in this theatre.
Wheelchair Access
No steps into theatre. Theatre is not completely wheelchair accessible.
Air Conditioning
Yes
Restrooms
Wheelchair accessible (unisex) restroom located on the Orchestra level.
Accessible Seating
Seating is accessible to all parts of the Orchestra without steps. Wheelchair seating in Orchestra only. For ADA seating, call 212-239-6210.
Coat Check
This theatre does offer coat check.
