Theatre
August Wilson Theatre
New York, NY, United States·Est. 1925·1,222 seats
musicaltheatre
245 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019
Renamed in 2005 to honor the Pulitzer Prize-winning dramatist August Wilson, this theatre has hosted some of Broadway's most celebrated productions. Its handsome neoclassical facade on 52nd Street makes it one of the district's architectural gems.
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Now Playing at August Wilson Theatre
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The Experience
Acoustics, seating, and what to expect
Acoustics
4.5/ 5
Renowned for excellent acoustics with state-of-the-art sound design. The flat ceiling design is particularly effective for musicals, ensuring well-distributed sound without excessive bouncing.
Dress Code
Varies by Event
Visitor Guide
Tickets, pricing, and getting there
Getting There
42nd Street-Port Authority (A, C, E trains); 42nd Street (1, 2, 3 trains); Times Square-42nd Street (N, Q, R, W trains); M42 bus
Around the Venue
Plan your visit — dining, transit, and performer resources nearby
Plan Your Visit
New York City
Pre-show dining, bars & more for August Wilson Theatre visitors.
Green Room — New York City
Performer City Guide
5 practice spaces, 1 music stores, 1 vocal coaches
- Nola Studios
Book online. Rooms range from small vocal practice rooms ($15/hr) to large audition rooms. The bulletin board in the lobby has coaching, apartment, and gig listings.
- Juilliard SchoolWebsite
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Attend free student concerts and recitals held regularly throughout the year; you'll witness extraordinary young talent in intimate settings.
Performance schedule varies; check website for free concert listings
Carnegie Hall
Book studios in advance, especially during audition season (fall); the staff knows what they're doing with artists' needs.
Open 8:00 AM–11:00 PM daily; hourly rental rates available
Carnegie Hall
Visit mid-morning on weekdays when you'll have unhurried access to the showroom; ask to play multiple instruments and speak with the knowledgeable staff about your needs.
Open Monday–Friday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM–5:00 PM; closed Sundays
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Venue Details
Architect
Herbert J. Krapp
Heritage
New York City Landmark
Organization
Jujamcyn
Notable Premieres
Works that first saw the light on this stage
Jersey Boys (2005)Mean Girls (2018)
Also Known As
Previous names and historical designations
Guild TheatreANTA TheatreVirginia Theatre
Now Playing
Current productions at August Wilson Theatre
Coming Soon
Upcoming performances
Insider Access
Rush, lottery, promo codes, and discount programs for shows at this theatre
No rush, lottery, or discount programs tracked for current shows
Visit & Connect
Location
245 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019
42nd Street-Port Authority (A, C, E trains); 42nd Street (1, 2, 3 trains); Times Square-42nd Street (N, Q, R, W trains); M42 bus
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