Theatre
Minskoff Theatre
New York, NY, United States·Est. 1973·1,621 seats
musical
200 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
Home to Disney's The Lion King since 2006, the Minskoff Theatre sits at the heart of Times Square. Originally opened with Irene starring Debbie Reynolds, the theatre was designed as part of the One Astor Plaza skyscraper complex.
On Stage Tonight
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The Experience
Acoustics, seating, and what to expect
Acoustics
4.5/ 5
The Minskoff Theatre is widely praised for its excellent acoustics, providing clear sound projection throughout the house.
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Visitor Guide
Tickets, pricing, and getting there
Ticket Prices
$50—$250
Typical range · USD
Getting There
Times Square-42nd Street (A, C, E, N, Q, R, W, S trains); 42nd Street-Port Authority Bus Terminal (M42 bus)
Seating & Stage
1,710 seatsProsceniumOperated by Nederlander
OrchestraMezzanine
| Section | Seats | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Orchestra | 1,101 | |
Front Mezzanine | 302 | |
Rear Mezzanine | 307 |
Around the Venue
Plan your visit — dining, transit, and performer resources nearby
Plan Your Visit
New York City
Pre-show dining, bars & more for Minskoff 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
Kahn & Jacobs
Notable Premieres
Works that first saw the light on this stage
Irene (1973 revival)The Lion King (2006 transfer)
Now Playing
Current productions at Minskoff Theatre
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
200 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
Times Square-42nd Street (A, C, E, N, Q, R, W, S trains); 42nd Street-Port Authority Bus Terminal (M42 bus)
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