1567 Broadway at 47th Street
New York, NY
BUILT: 1918
DEMOLISHED: 2000
SEATING CAPACITY: 1100
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Shows at the Central Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 3/15/1927 - That French Lady (1927) 11/16/1925 - Solid Ivory (1925) 10/19/1925 - 11/14/1925 When You Smile (1925) 9/7/1925 - 10/17/1925 June Days (1925) 5/13/1924 - The Melody Man (1924) 5/5/1924 - 5/17/1924 The Chiffon Girl (1924) 2/25/1924 - 5/3/1924 Sweet Little Devil (1924) 4/30/1923 - 6/2/1923 The Gingham Girl (1922) 5/4/1921 - 5/14/1921 Princess Virtue (1921) 11/8/1920 - 4/2/1921 Afgar (1920) 7/28/1920 - 10/16/1920 Poor Little Ritz Girl (1920) 7/28/1920 - 10/16/1920 Poor Little Ritz Girl (1920) 1/27/1920 - 5/29/1920 As You Were (1920) 1/5/1920 - 1/5/1920 Always You (1920) 1/5/1920 - Always You (1920) 11/3/1919 - 1/3/1920 The Little Blue Devil (1919) 10/6/1919 - 11/1/1919 Oh, What A Girl! (1919) 6/9/1919 - 6/21/1919 Take It From Me (1919) 12/23/1918 - Somebody's Sweetheart (1918) 12/23/1918 - 12/23/1918 Somebody's Sweetheart (1918) 9/9/1918 - Forever After (1918) - Connie's Inn Revue () - Afgar (1920)
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Nigel Havers Announces New UK Tour for Spring and Autumn 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025
Beloved British actor Nigel Havers will embark on a new UK tour in Spring and Autumn 2026, following the success of his first nationwide outing. The acclaimed star of Chariots of Fire, Downton Abbey, and Private Lives promises audiences an evening filled with laughter, charm, and behind-the-scenes stories from his five-decade career in film, television, and theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025
Beloved British actor Nigel Havers will embark on a new UK tour in Spring and Autumn 2026, following the success of his first nationwide outing. The acclaimed star of Chariots of Fire, Downton Abbey, and Private Lives promises audiences an evening filled with laughter, charm, and behind-the-scenes stories from his five-decade career in film, television, and theatre.
THE DUBLINERS Will Return on Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2025
The world’s biggest celebration of The Dubliners will return in 2026 with its biggest tour yet, in celebration of the production’s 10th anniversary. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2025
The world’s biggest celebration of The Dubliners will return in 2026 with its biggest tour yet, in celebration of the production’s 10th anniversary. Learn more here!
Rylan, Owain Wyn Evans, Maisie Smith, and More Nominated For Pantomime Awards 2025; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
The UK Pantomime Association has announced the nominees for The Pantomime Awards 2025, which will take place next month at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking. Check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
The UK Pantomime Association has announced the nominees for The Pantomime Awards 2025, which will take place next month at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking. Check out the full list here!
Milton Jones Adds Extra Dates to HA!MILTON Live Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2024
Fan favourite comedian Milton Jones has announced extra dates to his HA!MILTON live tour. The show kicks off in London on 3rd September and is now extended through to 2025. Tickets for the new dates are available on Friday 26th July.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2024
Fan favourite comedian Milton Jones has announced extra dates to his HA!MILTON live tour. The show kicks off in London on 3rd September and is now extended through to 2025. Tickets for the new dates are available on Friday 26th July.
Milton Jones Will Embark on Tour With HA!MILTON
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024
Fan favourite comedian Milton Jones has announced a brand new tour HA!MILTON, which will embark on tour this year. The show kicks off in London on 3rd September and runs until 15th December 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024
Fan favourite comedian Milton Jones has announced a brand new tour HA!MILTON, which will embark on tour this year. The show kicks off in London on 3rd September and runs until 15th December 2024.
Cal State Fullerton's Department of Theatre and Dance Reveals Spring 2024 Series
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024
Cal State Fullerton’s Department of Theatre and Dance has announced its Spring 2024 Studio Series productions. The Studio Series is a collection of plays, readings, and workshops performed in the Arena Theatre and Grand Central Theatre that challenge our students and audiences to take a deeper look into theatre and the stories that we tell.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024
Cal State Fullerton’s Department of Theatre and Dance has announced its Spring 2024 Studio Series productions. The Studio Series is a collection of plays, readings, and workshops performed in the Arena Theatre and Grand Central Theatre that challenge our students and audiences to take a deeper look into theatre and the stories that we tell.
THAT'LL BE THE DAY Will Embark on UK Tour This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2023
That’ll Be The Day will embark on a tour across the UK this spring, completing its 38th year on the road. Learn more about the tour here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2023
That’ll Be The Day will embark on a tour across the UK this spring, completing its 38th year on the road. Learn more about the tour here!
STRICTLY Stars Nadiya and Kai Will Embark on 'Behind The Magic' UK Tour in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2023
After the great success of their critically acclaimed debut tour 'Once Upon A Time', dance stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have announced they will be touring the UK again throughout June 2024 with their brand new show 'Behind The Magic'.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2023
After the great success of their critically acclaimed debut tour 'Once Upon A Time', dance stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have announced they will be touring the UK again throughout June 2024 with their brand new show 'Behind The Magic'.
The Orange Tree Theatre Reveals Autumn 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023
The Orange Tree (OT) has announced four new productions for their Autumn season. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023
The Orange Tree (OT) has announced four new productions for their Autumn season. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
THAT'LL BE THE DAY Will Embark on UK Tour With Christmas Show
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023
Fresh off the back of its acclaimed autumn tour, That’ll Be The Day is ready to get its festive show on the road, taking audiences on a sleigh ride through the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll. Learn more about the production and find out where it's heading out on tour here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023
Fresh off the back of its acclaimed autumn tour, That’ll Be The Day is ready to get its festive show on the road, taking audiences on a sleigh ride through the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll. Learn more about the production and find out where it's heading out on tour here!
FAIRYTALE OF NEW YORK: The Ultimate Irish-Inspired Christmas Show To Return with a Bigger Production in 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023
Get ready for a heartwarming and joyous Christmas show as Fairytale of New York returns in 2023 with a larger production. Join an international cast of singers, musicians, and dancers as they bring to life your favorite Christmas songs and beloved Irish singalong tunes. F
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023
Get ready for a heartwarming and joyous Christmas show as Fairytale of New York returns in 2023 with a larger production. Join an international cast of singers, musicians, and dancers as they bring to life your favorite Christmas songs and beloved Irish singalong tunes. F
New Book 'Beyond Ridiculous' Chronicles Gay Theatre in the 80s in New York
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
The rise of the legendary, groundbreaking troupe THEATRE IN LIMBO – co-founded Off-Broadway by Charles Busch and Kenneth Elliott in the 1980's – is chronicled in the new book “BEYOND RIDICULOUS: Making Gay Theatre with Charles Busch in 1980s New York.' Learn more about the book and find out when you can purchase it here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
The rise of the legendary, groundbreaking troupe THEATRE IN LIMBO – co-founded Off-Broadway by Charles Busch and Kenneth Elliott in the 1980's – is chronicled in the new book “BEYOND RIDICULOUS: Making Gay Theatre with Charles Busch in 1980s New York.' Learn more about the book and find out when you can purchase it here!
Lucas Hnath, Trevor Nunn, Noel Coward, and More Set For The Orange Tree Theatre's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2023
The Orange Tree (OT) has announced its first full year of programming under new Artistic Director Tom Littler. It features world and European premieres by Zoe Cooper and Lucas Hnath; revivals from Mustapha Matura, Noël Coward and Oliver Goldsmith; directors including Trevor Nunn and Matthew Dunster; and Niamh Cusack headlining the first major London revival of Polly Stenham's breakout hit That Face.
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2023
The Orange Tree (OT) has announced its first full year of programming under new Artistic Director Tom Littler. It features world and European premieres by Zoe Cooper and Lucas Hnath; revivals from Mustapha Matura, Noël Coward and Oliver Goldsmith; directors including Trevor Nunn and Matthew Dunster; and Niamh Cusack headlining the first major London revival of Polly Stenham's breakout hit That Face.
A SCREAM IN THE DARK Enters Final Week of Performances at La MaMa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2023
La MaMa is presenting A SCREAM IN THE DARK, a world premiere solo play by Brazil’s Companhia Nova de Teatro that investigates the military dictatorship and censorship in Brazil (1964-1985).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2023
La MaMa is presenting A SCREAM IN THE DARK, a world premiere solo play by Brazil’s Companhia Nova de Teatro that investigates the military dictatorship and censorship in Brazil (1964-1985).
Mercury Theatre Announces SLEEPING BEAUTY as 2023 Pantomime
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2023
After two years of record-breaking sales, Mercury Theatre today announce their new pantomime for Christmas 2023, Sleeping Beauty, which is now on sale. The production will star pantomime royalty and Mercury Theatre regulars Antony Stuart-Hicks and Dale Superville.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2023
After two years of record-breaking sales, Mercury Theatre today announce their new pantomime for Christmas 2023, Sleeping Beauty, which is now on sale. The production will star pantomime royalty and Mercury Theatre regulars Antony Stuart-Hicks and Dale Superville.
George Takei Will Host a STAR TREK Night in Conjunction With ALLEGIANCE in London
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2023
George Takei, the original and beloved Mr. Sulu from 'Star Trek', film and television star, activist and social media icon, is to making his London stage debut in the UK premiere of the Broadway musical inspired by Takei's true childhood experiences, 'George Takei's Allegiance'.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2023
George Takei, the original and beloved Mr. Sulu from 'Star Trek', film and television star, activist and social media icon, is to making his London stage debut in the UK premiere of the Broadway musical inspired by Takei's true childhood experiences, 'George Takei's Allegiance'.
World Premiere of A SCREAM IN THE DARK to be Presented at La MaMa This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2023
La MaMa will present A SCREAM IN THE DARK, a world premiere solo play by Brazil’s Companhia Nova de Teatro that investigates the military dictatorship and censorship in Brazil (1964-1985) – one of the most obscure periods from the recent history of that country.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2023
La MaMa will present A SCREAM IN THE DARK, a world premiere solo play by Brazil’s Companhia Nova de Teatro that investigates the military dictatorship and censorship in Brazil (1964-1985) – one of the most obscure periods from the recent history of that country.
Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 18, 2023
The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
by BWW Awards - Jan 18, 2023
The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
Mark DeGarmo Dance Awarded $168,500 Over 3 Years By The New York State Council On The Arts
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 7, 2023
Mark DeGarmo Dance has announced three grants totaling $168,500 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the recovery of the nonprofit arts and culture sector.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 7, 2023
Mark DeGarmo Dance has announced three grants totaling $168,500 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the recovery of the nonprofit arts and culture sector.
12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards; Zach Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Central Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Central Theatre?
Central Theatre's current show is That French Lady which began performances on 3/15/1927.
What when was Central Theatre built?
Central Theatre was built in 1918.
How many seats does Central Theatre have?
Central Theatre has 1100 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Central Theatre?
The Gingham Girl which ran from 8/28/1922 to 6/2/1923, Somebody's Sweetheart which ran from 12/23/1918 to 7/5/1919, Afgar which ran from 11/8/1920 to 4/2/1921, As You Were which ran from 1/27/1920 to 5/29/1920 and
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