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Adelphi Theatre

Address:
152 W. 54th St.
New York, NY

BUILT: 1928

DEMOLISHED: 1970

SEATING CAPACITY: 1400

Adelphi Theatre History

Reopened November 27, 1934

Shows at the Adelphi Theatre

DATES PRODUCTION
2/21/1958 - 2/22/1958 Portofino (1958)
11/27/1957 - 12/21/1957 The Country Wife (1957)
5/6/1957 - 10/12/1957 Damn Yankees (1955)
4/15/1957 - 5/4/1957 Brigadoon (1957)
9/9/1948 - 9/18/1948 Hilarities (1948)
5/9/1948 - Rosario and Antonio (1948)
1/29/1948 - 7/10/1948 Look Ma, I'm Dancin'! (1948)
1/9/1947 - 5/17/1947 Street Scene (1947)
12/25/1946 - 1/4/1947 Lovely Me (1946)
10/7/1946 - 10/19/1946 A Flag is Born (1946)
5/31/1946 - 8/3/1946 Around the World (1946)
2/13/1946 - 2/16/1946 The Duchess Misbehaves (1946)
1/21/1946 - 2/2/1946 Nellie Bly (1946)
12/3/1945 - Polonaise (1945)
11/8/1945 - 11/17/1945 The Girl From Nantucket (1945)
9/27/1945 - 10/27/1945 Carib Song (1945)
11/7/1944 - 11/18/1944 Robin Hood (1944)
4/20/1944 - 5/6/1944 Allah Be Praised! (1944)
3/20/1943 - 4/17/1943 Counterattack (1943)
4/24/1939 - 6/30/1939 Sing for Your Supper (1939)
1/17/1938 - 10/22/1938 one third of a nation (1938)
10/1/1937 - 11/27/1937 A Hero is Born (1937)
7/22/1937 - 9/1/1937 Swing It (1937)
5/20/1937 - 6/19/1937 The Revolt of the Beavers (1937)
2/26/1937 - 5/22/1937 The Sun and I (1937)
10/26/1936 - It Can't Happen Here (1936)
7/6/1936 - Macbeth (1936)
5/19/1936 - 6/6/1936 The Dance of Death (1936)
4/15/1936 - Lady Luck (1936)
2/20/1936 - The Devil of Pei-Ling (1936)
8/5/1935 - 8/31/1935 The Gondoliers (1935)
7/29/1935 - 8/28/1935 The Yeomen of the Guard (1935)
7/22/1935 - 8/24/1935 The Pirates of Penzance (1935)
7/15/1935 - 9/7/1935 The Mikado (1935)
6/2/1935 - The Emperor's New Clothes (1935)
3/1/1935 - Alma Mater (1935)
3/1/1935 - Serenade (1935)
3/1/1935 - Reminiscence (1935)
3/1/1935 - Dreams (1935)
3/1/1935 - Transcendence (1935)
11/27/1934 - The Lord Blesses the Bishop (1934)
- Martha Graham and Company ()

News


Two UK Premieres And More Set for Kiln Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026

Kiln Theatre announced its upcoming season, featuring the UK premieres of TABLE 17 and BERLIN, a new production of NINE NIGHT directed by Artistic Director Amit Sharma, and a community production with 80 cast members.
Cast Set For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026

Maria Friedman leads the cast of the Tony Award-winning musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Hampstead Theatre, joined by Alice Fearn, Peter Hannah, Niamh Perry and others, with two performers making their professional stage debuts.
WAITRESS Cast Set for Milton Keynes Theatre Run, Led By Carrie Hope Fletcher
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

The cast for the musical WAITRESS has been announced ahead of its upcoming engagement at Milton Keynes Theatre in the UK. Learn more about the show here!
Original West End Cast Will Return to Mischief's THE COMEDY OF SPIES
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

The original West End cast of THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES will return to London's Adelphi Theatre for an eight-week run, joined by Mischief member Bryony Corrigan. The show won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Play.
Henry Patterson Will Perform One-Night-Only Concert at PizzaExpress Live Soho
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

Henry Patterson announced a one-night-only concert at PizzaExpress Live Soho, performing songs from his debut album BROADWAY MAYBE with guest vocalist Roxy Yarnold and the Sam Every Big Band.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026

Shakespeare's Globe announced the full cast for LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Indiana Lown-Collins in her Globe directorial debut, featuring flamenco dancers and a singer alongside a 14-member cast.
How to Watch 2026 Tony Award Nominees at Home: THE LOST BOYS, SCHMIGADOON! & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2026

The nominations are here for the 2026 Tony Awards. This year, a high number of titles have onscreen counterparts, and we have rounded up how to watch these versions at home, from The Lost Boys to Schmigadoon!
Full Cast Set for 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026

The full cast has been announced for the UK tour of 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL, led by Jessica Martin as Roz and Tim Rogers as Hart, with the production marking Landmark Theatres' first in-house national tour.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG Will Come to Milton Keynes Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026

A CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will play Milton Keynes Theatre for a limited run, bringing the Mischief Theatre-style comedy chaos to the classic Dickens tale.
Keira Knightley, Stephen Dillane and Luke Thompson Will Lead THE LIVES OF OTHERS Stage Adaptation
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026

Sonia Friedman Productions announced the world premiere stage adaptation of THE LIVES OF OTHERS, starring Keira Knightley, Stephen Dillane, and Luke Thompson, adapted and directed by Robert Icke, at London's Adelphi Theatre.
Samantha Barks, Cedric Neal, John Owen-Jones, and More Will Lead THEATRE ROYALTY DRURY LANE Concert
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

A one-night-only concert, THEATRE ROYALTY DRURY LANE, hosted by Brian Conley, will bring together West End stars including Samantha Barks, John Owen-Jones, and Rachel Tucker at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG Will Return to the West End, UK Tour, Los Angeles and Australia
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

Mischief's CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will return to London's Wyndham's Theatre for a limited West End run, while also embarking on a second UK tour, a North American premiere at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, and an Australian run.
Listen: West End Star Sydnie Christmas Drops Original Single ‘Run'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2026

Singer, songwriter, and star of the West End, Sydnie Christmas has shared her new single ‘Run’ through Westway Music. The song is written by Christmas alongside Gabrielle Aplin and Ash Howes. Listen to it here.
Tom Xander and More Join BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026

BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL announced its full cast for its West End run at the Prince Edward Theatre, with performances beginning May 20, 2026. David Fynn leads as Beetlejuice, joined by Hannah Nordberg, David Hunter, Chelsea Halfpenny, and Aimie Atkinson.
WAITRESS Will Open in South Korea in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Waitress is set to run from December 2027 to March 2028 at Hongik University Daehakro Art Center. This will mark the first ever Korean language production of the musical. 
Carrie Hope Fletcher Extends Run in WAITRESS UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026

Carrie Hope Fletcher has extended her run as Jenna in the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, which will open at the New Wimbledon Theatre on Saturday 28 March 2026.
West End Star Sydnie Christmas Will Release Original Single ‘Run'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 19, 2026

Singer, songwriter, and star of the West End, Sydnie Christmas will release her new single ‘Run’ on April 17th. The song is written by Christmas alongside Gabrielle Aplin and Ash Howes.
Review: ROSIE, Adelphi Theatre
by Abbie Grundy - Mar 18, 2026

Rosie arrives at the Adelphi Theatre for a one-off staged concert with great promise. Described as a ‘thrilling tale of passion, scandal and courageous determination’, the soundtrack has already received multiple international awards. Yet, while many of the songs are pleasant and the cast delivers vocally, the story ultimately falls a little flat.
Photos: In Rehearsal For One-Night-Only Performance of New Musical ROSIE
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026

All new photos have been released from rehearsal for ROSIE, a new musical premiering in the West End for a one-night-only, semi-staged, gala performance at the Adelphi Theatre on Tuesday 17 March 2026. Check out the photos here!
Additional Venues Added For UK Tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026

Further venues have been announced for the first ever UK tour of the multi award-winning BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical. Learn more about the tour and how to get tickets!

Adelphi Theatre Frequently Asked Questions

What when was Adelphi Theatre built?
Adelphi Theatre was built in 1928.

How many seats does Adelphi Theatre have?
Adelphi Theatre has 1400 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Adelphi Theatre?
Damn Yankees which ran from 05/05/1955 to 10/12/1957, one third of a nation which ran from 01/17/1938 to 10/22/1938, Look Ma, I'm Dancin'! which ran from 01/29/1948 to 07/10/1948, and Street Scene which ran from 01/09/1947 to 05/17/1947


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