223 W. 42nd St.
New York, NY
BUILT: 1910
DEMOLISHED: 1996
SEATING CAPACITY: 1200
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DATES PRODUCTION 1/20/1988 - 1/24/1988 Sally (1988)
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Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards; NATASHA, PIERRE AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
THE HUNGER GAMES: ON STAGE Finds Full Company
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025
The full company for the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed book The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s hit motion picture of the same name has been revealed.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025
The full company for the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed book The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s hit motion picture of the same name has been revealed.
Review: Camp Broadway Indonesia's Mainstage Soars with Peter Pan Jr.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - Aug 7, 2025
From June 23 to June 28, Camp Broadway Indonesia (CBI) returns with their summer program, Mainstage. The 6-day program had the campers learn material from Peter Pan Jr. which they performed on the final day at the Beacon Academy Theatre.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - Aug 7, 2025
From June 23 to June 28, Camp Broadway Indonesia (CBI) returns with their summer program, Mainstage. The 6-day program had the campers learn material from Peter Pan Jr. which they performed on the final day at the Beacon Academy Theatre.
Cast Set for TWELFTH NIGHT at Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025
Pittsburgh Public Theater has revealed the cast of the Pittsburgh premiere of Public Works' TWELFTH NIGHT. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025
Pittsburgh Public Theater has revealed the cast of the Pittsburgh premiere of Public Works' TWELFTH NIGHT. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here.
Feature: Students Reflect on ALICE BY HEART, Broadway Bound Awards, and Theatrical Journey at Pulaski Academy High School
by Theresa Bertram - May 15, 2025
Pulaski Academy’s theatre program is truly a standout gem in Arkansas’s educational arts scene. They not only invest in high production value and quality storytelling, but also consistently nurture student talent with such evident care and professionalism.
by Theresa Bertram - May 15, 2025
Pulaski Academy’s theatre program is truly a standout gem in Arkansas’s educational arts scene. They not only invest in high production value and quality storytelling, but also consistently nurture student talent with such evident care and professionalism.
Interview: SISTER ACT: BEHIND THE HABIT with Sherri L. Edelen
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 16, 2025
Today is the third installment of out weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit. It’s time to introduce you to one more performer who brings the show to life eight times a week and this one is a legend of the DC theatre community to be sure. Sherri L. Edelen plays Mother Superior and trust me, it’s a performance for the holy books and beyond.
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 16, 2025
Today is the third installment of out weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit. It’s time to introduce you to one more performer who brings the show to life eight times a week and this one is a legend of the DC theatre community to be sure. Sherri L. Edelen plays Mother Superior and trust me, it’s a performance for the holy books and beyond.
Lyle Lovett Sets 2025 U.S. Summer Tour With His Large Band
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2025
4x Grammy Award-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett has announced new tour dates to his extensive 2025 tour – this time with his Large Band.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2025
4x Grammy Award-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett has announced new tour dates to his extensive 2025 tour – this time with his Large Band.
Cast and Creatives Set For SPEED at the Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
The full cast and creative team have been announced for Speed a break-neck journey through the daily annoyances and deep-buried secrets that leave us spinning which opens at the Bush Theatre in April.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
The full cast and creative team have been announced for Speed a break-neck journey through the daily annoyances and deep-buried secrets that leave us spinning which opens at the Bush Theatre in April.
Final Cast Set For MEN'S BUSINESS at the Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025
Following a sell-out run at Glass Mask Theatre in Dublin, the world premiere production of Men’s Business by Tony and Olivier Award winner Simon Stephens will open at the Finborough Theatre in March.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025
Following a sell-out run at Glass Mask Theatre in Dublin, the world premiere production of Men’s Business by Tony and Olivier Award winner Simon Stephens will open at the Finborough Theatre in March.
Hannah Yun Chamberlain Gives Us the Backstage Scoop at SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2024
Hannah Yun Chamberlain is appearing as 'Young Norma' in Sunset Boulevard on Broadway. She is taking us backstage at the St. James Theatre to share some of her backstage routines, favorite moments, must-haves and more.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2024
Hannah Yun Chamberlain is appearing as 'Young Norma' in Sunset Boulevard on Broadway. She is taking us backstage at the St. James Theatre to share some of her backstage routines, favorite moments, must-haves and more.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards; SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Stratford Festival Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards; Stratford Festival Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards; SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Stratford Festival Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Lyle Lovett Adds Additional Dates To 2025 U.S. Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024
4x Grammy Award-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett has announced additional dates to his extensive 2025 tour with his Acoustic Group. Tickets for the newly added shows will be available this week.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024
4x Grammy Award-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett has announced additional dates to his extensive 2025 tour with his Acoustic Group. Tickets for the newly added shows will be available this week.
HYPROV: IMPROV UNDER HYPNOSIS to Launch 49-City 'Yes, It's Real' Tour
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 18, 2024
HYPROV is returning with the 'Yes, It's Real” Tour, visiting 49 cities across North America beginning October 10 at the Hawaii Theatre Center in Honolulu.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 18, 2024
HYPROV is returning with the 'Yes, It's Real” Tour, visiting 49 cities across North America beginning October 10 at the Hawaii Theatre Center in Honolulu.
South Fulton Arts Unveils Summer-Fall Partner Events Schedule Featuring Theater, Music & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2024
South Fulton Arts has revealed its summer-fall events schedule featuring festivals, art exhibits, and more. Learn how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2024
South Fulton Arts has revealed its summer-fall events schedule featuring festivals, art exhibits, and more. Learn how to attend!
THE CROONER & THE CONJUROR Comes to the Capital Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024
Contemporary themes are woven into a two-man show featuring song, storytelling, sleight of hand illusions, and ukulele. Multiple performance pieces, each a vignette, inspire humorous interactions between the performers and with the audience.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024
Contemporary themes are woven into a two-man show featuring song, storytelling, sleight of hand illusions, and ukulele. Multiple performance pieces, each a vignette, inspire humorous interactions between the performers and with the audience.
TAPAS Will Return to the Academy Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024
The Academy Theatre will present the eighth installment of Tapas, the company's annual short play festival where you can get a bite-sized taste of all Atlanta’s artistic flavors.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024
The Academy Theatre will present the eighth installment of Tapas, the company's annual short play festival where you can get a bite-sized taste of all Atlanta’s artistic flavors.
Randolph A. Frank Prize For The Performing Arts Reveals Winner
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024
The 2024 Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts has been awarded to acclaimed entertainer Avery Sommers, Rosarian Academy Theatre and Fine Arts Director Robert Sherman and Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Orchestra Director Jeffrey Adkins.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024
The 2024 Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts has been awarded to acclaimed entertainer Avery Sommers, Rosarian Academy Theatre and Fine Arts Director Robert Sherman and Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Orchestra Director Jeffrey Adkins.
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