Theatre
Todd Haimes Theatre
New York, United States·Est. 1918·740 seats
musicaltheatre
227 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
Originally opened in 1918 as the Selwyn Theatre and meticulously restored in 2000 as part of the 42nd Street Development Project, the Todd Haimes Theatre is an Italian Renaissance-style Broadway house operated by the Roundabout Theatre Company. Renamed in 2024 to honor the late artistic director and CEO Todd Haimes, this intimate 740-seat venue features an elegantly appointed auditorium with blue and antique gold detailing and murals by Hungarian artist Willy Pogany. The theatre is celebrated for hosting polished revivals and smart new plays in the heart of Times Square.
Season
Upcoming Season
The Experience
Acoustics, seating, and what to expect
Acoustics
4.0/ 5
The intimate 740-seat auditorium provides excellent sightlines and good acoustics throughout, with each section designed to deliver clear sound and unobstructed views of the stage.
Best Seats
Center Orchestra rows C through H and Center Mezzanine rows A and B offer the ideal balance of proximity and sightlines. Row A of the Center Mezzanine is particularly sought after for its sweeping angles. Avoid Orchestra rows N-P due to mezzanine overhang, far corners, and seats near exits on the right side where street noise may intrude.
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Visitor Guide
Tickets, pricing, and getting there
Getting There
42nd Street-Port Authority (A, C, E trains); 42nd Street-Times Square (1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W trains); M42 bus
Seating & Stage
743 seats4 wheelchair spacesProsceniumOperated by Shubert
OrchestraMezzanine
| Section | Seats | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Orchestra | 478 | |
Mezzanine | 265 |
Around the Venue
Plan your visit — dining, transit, and performer resources nearby
Plan Your Visit
New York City
Pre-show dining, bars & more for Todd Haimes 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
George Keister
Architecture
Italian Renaissance
Heritage
Part of the 42nd Street Development Project; historically significant Broadway theatre
Resident Company
Roundabout Theatre Company
Also Known As
Previous names and historical designations
Selwyn TheatreAmerican Airlines 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
Recorded at This Venue
Pro-shots and live recordings captured here
2024
Yellow FaceTheatre
PBS Great Performances
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Location
227 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
42nd Street-Port Authority (A, C, E trains); 42nd Street-Times Square (1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W trains); M42 bus
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