American Theatre
Address:
260 West 42nd Street
New York, NY
American Theatre History
Opened May 22, 1893
Shows at the American Theatre
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| 1/13/1908 | - | ||
| 1/6/1908 | - | 1/11/1908 | |
| 12/30/1907 | - | ||
| 12/23/1907 | - | ||
| 10/28/1907 | - | ||
| 10/7/1907 | - | ||
| 9/30/1907 | - | ||
| 9/16/1907 | - | ||
| 9/2/1907 | - | ||
| 8/26/1907 | - | ||
| 8/12/1907 | - | ||
| 7/27/1907 | - | ||
| 3/18/1907 | - | ||
| 3/4/1907 | - | 3/9/1907 | |
| 2/25/1907 | - | ||
| 12/31/1906 | - | ||
| 12/3/1906 | - | ||
| 11/5/1906 | - | ||
| 10/29/1906 | - | 11/3/1906 | |
| 10/8/1906 | - | ||
| 10/1/1906 | - | 10/6/1906 | |
| 9/24/1906 | - | ||
| 9/10/1906 | - | ||
| 8/27/1906 | - | ||
| 8/20/1906 | - | ||
| 8/13/1906 | - | ||
| 7/28/1906 | - | ||
| 6/4/1906 | - | ||
| 5/14/1906 | - | ||
| 4/30/1906 | - | 5/5/1906 | |
| 4/9/1906 | - | ||
| 3/26/1906 | - | 3/31/1906 | |
| 3/12/1906 | - | ||
| 3/5/1906 | - | ||
| 2/26/1906 | - | ||
| 1/29/1906 | - | 2/5/1906 | |
| 1/15/1906 | - | 1/20/1906 | |
| 1/1/1906 | - | 1/6/1906 | |
| 12/4/1905 | - | ||
| 11/27/1905 | - | ||
| 10/23/1905 | - | 10/28/1905 | |
| 10/9/1905 | - | 10/21/1905 | |
| 9/25/1905 | - | 9/30/1905 | |
| 9/18/1905 | - | ||
| 8/21/1905 | - | ||
| 5/22/1905 | - | ||
| 3/27/1905 | - | ||
| 1/16/1905 | - | 1/28/1905 | |
| 12/26/1904 | - | ||
| 11/7/1904 | - | ||
| 9/26/1904 | - | ||
| 9/12/1904 | - | 9/24/1904 | |
| 8/27/1904 | - | ||
| 3/7/1904 | - | ||
| 1/18/1904 | - | ||
| 11/30/1903 | - | ||
| 11/9/1903 | - | ||
| 9/28/1903 | - | ||
| 9/14/1903 | - | ||
| 8/29/1903 | - | ||
| 5/25/1903 | - | ||
| 5/18/1903 | - | ||
| 3/9/1903 | - | ||
| 2/2/1903 | - | ||
| 1/26/1903 | - | ||
| 1/12/1903 | - | ||
| 12/15/1902 | - | ||
| 12/8/1902 | - | ||
| 10/27/1902 | - | ||
| 10/20/1902 | - | ||
| 10/16/1902 | - | ||
| 6/3/1902 | - | ||
| 5/27/1901 | - | ||
| 5/13/1901 | - | ||
| 4/22/1901 | - | ||
| 2/25/1901 | - | ||
| 4/30/1900 | - | 5/5/1900 | |
| 4/23/1900 | - | 4/28/1900 | |
| 4/16/1900 | - | 4/21/1900 | |
| 4/9/1900 | - | 4/14/1900 | |
| 4/2/1900 | - | 4/7/1900 | |
| 3/26/1900 | - | 3/31/1900 | |
| 3/19/1900 | - | 3/24/1900 | |
| 3/12/1900 | - | 3/17/1900 | |
| 3/5/1900 | - | 3/10/1900 | |
| 2/19/1900 | - | 2/24/1900 | |
| 2/12/1900 | - | 2/17/1900 | |
| 2/5/1900 | - | 2/12/1900 | |
| 1/29/1900 | - | 2/3/1900 | |
| 1/8/1900 | - | 1/13/1900 | |
| 1/1/1900 | - | 1/6/1900 | |
| 12/25/1899 | - | 12/30/1899 | |
| 5/9/1899 | - | ||
| 4/24/1899 | - | 4/29/1899 | |
| 3/27/1899 | - | 4/1/1899 | |
| 3/13/1899 | - | 3/18/1899 | |
| 2/27/1899 | - | 3/4/1899 | |
| 2/6/1899 | - | 2/18/1899 | |
| 1/23/1899 | - | 1/28/1899 | |
| 12/19/1898 | - | 12/24/1898 | |
| 11/21/1898 | - | 11/26/1898 | |
| 9/19/1898 | - | 9/24/1898 | |
| 9/12/1898 | - | 9/17/1898 | |
| 9/5/1898 | - | 9/10/1898 | |
| 5/2/1898 | - | 5/7/1898 | |
| 3/29/1897 | - | ||
| 2/22/1897 | - | ||
| 2/1/1897 | - | ||
| 1/4/1897 | - | ||
| 12/21/1896 | - | ||
| 11/5/1896 | - | ||
| 8/31/1896 | - | ||
| 4/7/1896 | - | ||
| 1/28/1896 | - | ||
| 12/23/1895 | - | ||
| 11/5/1895 | - | ||
| 9/4/1895 | - | ||
| 1/21/1895 | - | ||
| 11/26/1894 | - | ||
| 10/22/1894 | - | ||
| 5/15/1894 | - | ||
| 5/22/1893 | - | ||
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News
THE SITAYANA, LAOWANG to Headline CHUANG Stage 2026-27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
CHUANG Stage announced its Reclaiming the Epics season, featuring a Ramayana retelling by Lavina Jadhwani and Alex Lin's LAOWANG, both staged at the Boston Center for the Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
CHUANG Stage announced its Reclaiming the Epics season, featuring a Ramayana retelling by Lavina Jadhwani and Alex Lin's LAOWANG, both staged at the Boston Center for the Arts.
RORSCHACH World Premiere to Open at Skylight Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
Skylight Theatre will present the world premiere of RORSCHACH, written by Kelly Younger and directed by Cameron Watson, marking the first production of the theatre's upcoming season.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
Skylight Theatre will present the world premiere of RORSCHACH, written by Kelly Younger and directed by Cameron Watson, marking the first production of the theatre's upcoming season.
Spotlight: Topdog/Underdog at Curious Theatre Company
by BWW Special Offer - Sep 3, 2026
American Theatre ranked it #3 among the most influential shows of the past 25 years. Now see Topdog/Underdog at Curious.
by BWW Special Offer - Sep 3, 2026
American Theatre ranked it #3 among the most influential shows of the past 25 years. Now see Topdog/Underdog at Curious.
Cast Set For Michigan Premiere of EUREKA DAY at Detroit Public Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
Detroit Public Theatre has announced the cast for the Michigan premiere of EUREKA DAY by Jonathan Spector, directed by Courtney Burkett, opening its 12th season.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
Detroit Public Theatre has announced the cast for the Michigan premiere of EUREKA DAY by Jonathan Spector, directed by Courtney Burkett, opening its 12th season.
None of the Above Theatre Company to Open 45th Season With OLD SKOOL PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2026
None of the Above Theatre Company will open its 45th season with the Old Skool Playwrights Festival, running October 6-25 at American Theatre of Actors and featuring staged readings and two works by Robert Liebowitz.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2026
None of the Above Theatre Company will open its 45th season with the Old Skool Playwrights Festival, running October 6-25 at American Theatre of Actors and featuring staged readings and two works by Robert Liebowitz.
Wendell Pierce Joins Classical Theatre of Harlem's Board of Directors
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026
The Tony-nominated actor and Tony-winning producer, known for DEATH OF A SALESMAN and CLYBOURNE PARK, joins the Harlem theater company's leadership team.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026
The Tony-nominated actor and Tony-winning producer, known for DEATH OF A SALESMAN and CLYBOURNE PARK, joins the Harlem theater company's leadership team.
WICKED Star Taylor Quick to Headline Farewell Fort Salem Concert
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Taylor Quick, currently touring as Glinda in WICKED, will headline a one-night-only concert at Fort Salem Theater on September 26, marking a pivotal moment for the historic venue's future.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Taylor Quick, currently touring as Glinda in WICKED, will headline a one-night-only concert at Fort Salem Theater on September 26, marking a pivotal moment for the historic venue's future.
Sean Tecson Named Managing Director of National Queer Theater
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Sean Tecson, an arts administrator, playwright, and director who has worked with Ma-Yi Theater Company and Roundabout Theatre Company, will lead National Queer Theater as its new Managing Director.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Sean Tecson, an arts administrator, playwright, and director who has worked with Ma-Yi Theater Company and Roundabout Theatre Company, will lead National Queer Theater as its new Managing Director.
11REFLECTIONS: NYC to Add Performers at HERE Arts Center for 9/11 Event
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2026
Kayhan Irani, Nejla Yatkin and Zafer Tawil will join James Scruggs for 11REFLECTIONS: NYC at HERE Arts Center, marking 25 years since September 11 through performance and community dialogue.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2026
Kayhan Irani, Nejla Yatkin and Zafer Tawil will join James Scruggs for 11REFLECTIONS: NYC at HERE Arts Center, marking 25 years since September 11 through performance and community dialogue.
Premiere Stages at Kean University Seeks Submissions To Annual Play Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Premiere Stages at Kean University will accept unproduced scripts from playwrights connected to the greater metropolitan area for its annual play festival, offering development and production opportunities.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Premiere Stages at Kean University will accept unproduced scripts from playwrights connected to the greater metropolitan area for its annual play festival, offering development and production opportunities.
August Wilson's FENCES To Be Presented By TheatreSquared
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 29, 2026
TheatreSquared opens Season 21 with August Wilson's Fences (it.), running at the West Theatre, directed by T2's own Dexter J. Singleton. The Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning drama, set in 1950s Pittsburgh, follows a former Negro League baseball star.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 29, 2026
TheatreSquared opens Season 21 with August Wilson's Fences (it.), running at the West Theatre, directed by T2's own Dexter J. Singleton. The Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning drama, set in 1950s Pittsburgh, follows a former Negro League baseball star.
THE RUBOUT and ANNE OF A THOUSAND FACES to Open at American Theatre of Actors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2026
American Theatre of Actors will present a double-bill of psychological one-act plays featuring Meny Beriro's suspenseful thriller The Rubout and Edward Gibbons-Brown's sharp, satirical drama Anne of A Thousand Faces.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2026
American Theatre of Actors will present a double-bill of psychological one-act plays featuring Meny Beriro's suspenseful thriller The Rubout and Edward Gibbons-Brown's sharp, satirical drama Anne of A Thousand Faces.
Review: ANGELS IN AMERICA, PART 1: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES at Actors Theatre Of Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Aug 26, 2026
What did our critic think of ANGELS IN AMERICA, PART 1: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES at Actors Theatre Of Little Rock?
by Theresa Bertram - Aug 26, 2026
What did our critic think of ANGELS IN AMERICA, PART 1: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES at Actors Theatre Of Little Rock?
Brandon Raghu Named Executive Director of Duluth Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Brandon Raghu will lead Duluth Playhouse, following a board search process and previous work as Managing Director of Yellow Tree Theatre in Osseo, Minnesota.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Brandon Raghu will lead Duluth Playhouse, following a board search process and previous work as Managing Director of Yellow Tree Theatre in Osseo, Minnesota.
Maxim Chlumecky, Nathan Levy, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer & Ruthie Ann Miles Will Lead THE FANTASTICKS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 25, 2026
Second Stage Theater just announced complete casting for the upcoming Broadway premiere of THE FANTASTICKS, directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli. The company of THE FANTASTICKS will feature Maxim Chlumecky (Appropriate, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) as The Boy (Matt), Kevin del Aguila (Some Like It Hot, Frozen) as The Man Who Dies (Mortimer), David Patrick Kelly (Once, The Warriors) as The Old Actor (Henry), Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer (Spamalot, Beetlejuice) as Matt’s Mother (Mildred Hucklebee), Nathan Levy (& Juliet, Aladdin) as The Boy (Lewis), Ruthie Ann Miles (Sweeney Todd, The King and I) as Lewis’ Mother (Bessie Mae Bellomy), Zane Phillips (“The Comeback,” “Mid Century Modern,” Fire Island) as The Narrator (El Gallo), and Ahmad Simmons (Illinoise, Hadestown) as The Mute. Mr. Phillips will be making his Broadway debut.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 25, 2026
Second Stage Theater just announced complete casting for the upcoming Broadway premiere of THE FANTASTICKS, directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli. The company of THE FANTASTICKS will feature Maxim Chlumecky (Appropriate, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) as The Boy (Matt), Kevin del Aguila (Some Like It Hot, Frozen) as The Man Who Dies (Mortimer), David Patrick Kelly (Once, The Warriors) as The Old Actor (Henry), Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer (Spamalot, Beetlejuice) as Matt’s Mother (Mildred Hucklebee), Nathan Levy (& Juliet, Aladdin) as The Boy (Lewis), Ruthie Ann Miles (Sweeney Todd, The King and I) as Lewis’ Mother (Bessie Mae Bellomy), Zane Phillips (“The Comeback,” “Mid Century Modern,” Fire Island) as The Narrator (El Gallo), and Ahmad Simmons (Illinoise, Hadestown) as The Mute. Mr. Phillips will be making his Broadway debut.
Interview: Artistic Director David Ellenstein On North Coast Repertory Theatre's 45th Season
by Joshua Wright - Aug 25, 2026
North Coast Repertory Theatre Artistic Director David Ellenstein discusses the theatre's landmark 45th season, record-high subscriptions, and more than two decades leading the Solana Beach company.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 25, 2026
North Coast Repertory Theatre Artistic Director David Ellenstein discusses the theatre's landmark 45th season, record-high subscriptions, and more than two decades leading the Solana Beach company.
BARCELONA, CLUE, and More Set For San Jose Stage Company's 44th Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
San Jose Stage Company will present five productions in its upcoming season, including the Bay Area premiere of BARCELONA along with CLUE, THE FULL MONTY, TOPDOG/UNDERDOG and NETWORK.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
San Jose Stage Company will present five productions in its upcoming season, including the Bay Area premiere of BARCELONA along with CLUE, THE FULL MONTY, TOPDOG/UNDERDOG and NETWORK.
THE POOL to Make NYC Full Run Debut at American Theatre of Actors
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
Jennifer Caress's drama about grief and suicide loss will return to New York City for its first full run, following a win at the Back Door to Broadway Festival.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
Jennifer Caress's drama about grief and suicide loss will return to New York City for its first full run, following a win at the Back Door to Broadway Festival.
INTO THE WOODS to Open South Coast Repertory's 63rd Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
South Coast Repertory will present a new production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's INTO THE WOODS on the Segerstrom Stage, directed by Peter Rothstein, marking the musical's 40th anniversary.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
South Coast Repertory will present a new production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's INTO THE WOODS on the Segerstrom Stage, directed by Peter Rothstein, marking the musical's 40th anniversary.
Review: LET IT BE ART! HAROLD CLURMAN'S LIFE OF PASSION at 1st Stage
by Doug Poms - Aug 24, 2026
Theater fans should run and catch Ronald Rand’s fascinating solo show about Harold Clurman's life and career, which is part of the Logan Festival of Solo Performance at 1st Stage in Tysons Corner, Virginia through August 30.
by Doug Poms - Aug 24, 2026
Theater fans should run and catch Ronald Rand’s fascinating solo show about Harold Clurman's life and career, which is part of the Logan Festival of Solo Performance at 1st Stage in Tysons Corner, Virginia through August 30.
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