Theatre
Marquis Theatre
New York, NY, United States·Est. 1986·1,611 seats
musical
210 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036
Built inside the Marriott Marquis hotel in 1986, the Marquis is one of Broadway's newest theatres. Its construction controversially replaced the beloved Helen Hayes and Morosco theatres, but it has since become a major house for large-scale productions.
The Experience
Acoustics, seating, and what to expect
Acoustics
4.5/ 5
State-of-the-art modern acoustics designed for excellent sound clarity, particularly well-suited for musical productions. Center Orchestra and Center Mezzanine sections offer optimal acoustic experience, though side Orchestra sections may experience occasional sound mixing inconsistencies.
Best Seats
Center Orchestra rows C-H and Center Mezzanine rows A-C offer the best balance of sightlines and acoustics. Front rows of Center Orchestra are considered premium, while Row A of Center Mezzanine provides an elevated perspective with excellent views.
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Visitor Guide
Tickets, pricing, and getting there
Getting There
Times Square-42nd Street (1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W trains); 42nd Street-Port Authority Bus Terminal (nearby for regional bus service)
Seating & Stage
1,582 seatsProsceniumOperated by Nederlander
OrchestraMezzanineBoxes
| Section | Seats | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Orchestra | 993 | |
Front Mezzanine | 355 | |
Rear Mezzanine | 230 | |
Boxes | 4 |
Around the Venue
Plan your visit — dining, transit, and performer resources nearby
Plan Your Visit
New York City
Pre-show dining, bars & more for Marquis 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
Open city guidePatron
Venue Details
Architect
John Portman
Architecture
Contemporary modernist
Organization
Nederlander
Notable Premieres
Works that first saw the light on this stage
Me and My Girl (1986)Tootsie (2019)
Visit & Connect
Location
210 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036
Times Square-42nd Street (1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W trains); 42nd Street-Port Authority Bus Terminal (nearby for regional bus service)
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