Theatre
Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre
Manhattan, NY, United States·Est. 1917·1,080 seats
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236 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
Named for the Shubert Organization chairman, the Schoenfeld sits on 45th Street in the heart of the theatre district. Its elegant proscenium house has been home to many Pulitzer and Tony winners.
The Experience
Acoustics, seating, and what to expect
Acoustics
4.0/ 5
The theatre features top-notch acoustic technology overall, though some distortion occurs under the Mezzanine and side sections experience notably poor acoustics.
Best Seats
Center Orchestra rows C-E offer premium intimacy, while Center Mezzanine rows A-D provide excellent elevated sightlines. For value, Center Orchestra rows K-O deliver unobstructed views. Avoid front rows AA-B, rear orchestra behind row Q (obstructed by Mezzanine overhang), and far side sections.
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Seating & Stage
1,079 seats
OrchestraMezzanineBoxesPit
| Section | Seats | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Orchestra | 621 | |
Mezzanine | 392 | |
Boxes | 24 | |
Pit | 42 |
Around the Venue
Plan your visit — dining, transit, and performer resources nearby
Plan Your Visit
New York City
Pre-show dining, bars & more for Gerald Schoenfeld 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
Notable Premieres
Works that first saw the light on this stage
A Raisin in the Sun (1959)Come From Away (2017)
Also Known As
Previous names and historical designations
Plymouth Theatre
Visit & Connect
Location
236 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
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