152 W. 54th St.
New York, NY
BUILT: 1928
DEMOLISHED: 1970
SEATING CAPACITY: 1400
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Craig Theatre History
Opened December 24,1928
Shows at the Craig Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 5/15/1931 - 5/15/1931 Sideshow (1931) 5/14/1931 - 5/14/1931 Technique (1931) 5/13/1931 - 5/13/1931 If Booth Had Missed (1931) 5/12/1931 - 5/12/1931 The Mighty Nimrod (1931) 5/11/1931 - 5/11/1931 Paradise (1931) 11/7/1930 - 11/12/1930 The Well of Romance (1930) 4/7/1930 - 5/10/1930 Jonica (1930) 3/11/1929 - The Town's Woman (1929) 12/24/1928 - Potiphar's Wife (1928)
News
Interview: Director Craig Freimond talks about bringing EXPELLED to the stage
by Faeron Wheeler - Jan 29, 2024
EXPELLED is a brand-new play from writer Rosalind Butler. It was developed as part of The Writers’ Collective - an initiative from How Now Brown Cow that ran through COVID and lockdown. It's now ready to take to the stage in February, and director Craig Freimond talks to us about bringing it to life.
by Faeron Wheeler - Jan 29, 2024
EXPELLED is a brand-new play from writer Rosalind Butler. It was developed as part of The Writers’ Collective - an initiative from How Now Brown Cow that ran through COVID and lockdown. It's now ready to take to the stage in February, and director Craig Freimond talks to us about bringing it to life.
BRIDESMAIDS is Coming to 3Olympia Theatre This August
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2023
Bridesmaids has arrived to 3Olympia Theatre for 7 performances from August 29th to September 2nd 2023!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2023
Bridesmaids has arrived to 3Olympia Theatre for 7 performances from August 29th to September 2nd 2023!
A History of Broadway's Lost Theatres
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 23, 2023
This month, the reader question was: Which Broadway theaters have been demolished/repurposed and when/why?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 23, 2023
This month, the reader question was: Which Broadway theaters have been demolished/repurposed and when/why?
Strictly Come Dancing's Graziano Di Prima Will Tour the UK with HAVANA NIGHTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2020
Strictly Come Dancing professional Graziano Di Prima is preparing to dazzle and delight audiences with stunning new dance show Havana Nights which tours the UK in 2020.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2020
Strictly Come Dancing professional Graziano Di Prima is preparing to dazzle and delight audiences with stunning new dance show Havana Nights which tours the UK in 2020.
Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For the UK Tour of REVENGE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2020
Rehearsal images are today released for Revenge, which begins its UK tour at Greenwich Theatre on 6th February.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2020
Rehearsal images are today released for Revenge, which begins its UK tour at Greenwich Theatre on 6th February.
Shaun Prendergast, Laura Baldwin, and More Complete Cast of WAITRESS in London
by Julie Musbach - Jan 9, 2019
Full casting information for the West End premiere of Sara Bareilles' Waitress has been released today, featuring Shaun Prendergast as Old Joe.
by Julie Musbach - Jan 9, 2019
Full casting information for the West End premiere of Sara Bareilles' Waitress has been released today, featuring Shaun Prendergast as Old Joe.
Could Your Choir Join Collabro On Tour?
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2018
Collabro are launching a nationwide search to find 51 youth choirs to join them on their 2019 Road to the Royal Albert Hall tour.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2018
Collabro are launching a nationwide search to find 51 youth choirs to join them on their 2019 Road to the Royal Albert Hall tour.
TV: Meet The Cast of OKLAHOMA! at the Gordan Craig Theatre
by Jamie Body - Sep 4, 2018
The Gordon Craig Theatre in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, has produced Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! as their 2018 summer musical. Watch a video interview with the cast below!
by Jamie Body - Sep 4, 2018
The Gordon Craig Theatre in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, has produced Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! as their 2018 summer musical. Watch a video interview with the cast below!
Casting Announced for Coventry Musical GODIVA ROCKS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2017
The Belgrade Theatre has announced the cast for its Coventry Musical Godiva Rocks, including Niki Evans who wowed the judges on the 2007 series of ITV's X Factor. Premiering on the Main Stage this October, Godiva Rocks is the must-see new musical featuring a soundtrack of hit songs from Coventry artists through the decades, and brings together a talented cast of actors, singers and musicians.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2017
The Belgrade Theatre has announced the cast for its Coventry Musical Godiva Rocks, including Niki Evans who wowed the judges on the 2007 series of ITV's X Factor. Premiering on the Main Stage this October, Godiva Rocks is the must-see new musical featuring a soundtrack of hit songs from Coventry artists through the decades, and brings together a talented cast of actors, singers and musicians.
THE WHITNEY HOUSTON SHOW Returns to UK & Ireland
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2017
Whitney Houston fans are in for a treat this Autumn when The Greatest Love of All: The Whitney Houston Show starring Belinda Davids returns to the UK and Ireland for a second tour after wowing local audiences in 2016.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2017
Whitney Houston fans are in for a treat this Autumn when The Greatest Love of All: The Whitney Houston Show starring Belinda Davids returns to the UK and Ireland for a second tour after wowing local audiences in 2016.
Pear Theatre Announces 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2017
Pear Theatre is proud to announce its 2017-2018 season, an intriguing mix of new works, classics, and even a musical revue. In addition, this season will be the first in the Pear's 16-year history to be under the guidance of a new Artistic Director, Betsy Kruse Craig.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2017
Pear Theatre is proud to announce its 2017-2018 season, an intriguing mix of new works, classics, and even a musical revue. In addition, this season will be the first in the Pear's 16-year history to be under the guidance of a new Artistic Director, Betsy Kruse Craig.
Martha Graham Dance Company Presents GrahamDeconstructed: Primitive Mysteries
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2017
The Martha Graham Dance Company will present a special GrahamDeconstructed event celebrating the 86th anniversary of Primitive Mysteries, one of Graham's most revolutionary works. This stark, ritualistic dance reflects on the purity found in the virgin myths of the Southwest. It was hailed a masterpiece at its premiere and is a prime example of Graham as a leader in the modernist movement. Primitive Mysteries premiered at the Craig Theatre in New York City on February 2, 1931.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2017
The Martha Graham Dance Company will present a special GrahamDeconstructed event celebrating the 86th anniversary of Primitive Mysteries, one of Graham's most revolutionary works. This stark, ritualistic dance reflects on the purity found in the virgin myths of the Southwest. It was hailed a masterpiece at its premiere and is a prime example of Graham as a leader in the modernist movement. Primitive Mysteries premiered at the Craig Theatre in New York City on February 2, 1931.
Wildlife Filmmaker Doug Allan to Kick Off 2014 UK Speaking Tour, April 1
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2014
Multiple EMMY and BAFTA award-winning wildlife cameraman and photographer, Doug Allan, heads out this April to talk to audiences around the UK about his incredible experiences with some of the world's most majestic animals. Following on from his acclaimed Life Behind the Lens tours in 2012 and 2013, In the Company of Giants is an all-new show, full of new stories and fresh insights, told in Doug's inimitable style.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2014
Multiple EMMY and BAFTA award-winning wildlife cameraman and photographer, Doug Allan, heads out this April to talk to audiences around the UK about his incredible experiences with some of the world's most majestic animals. Following on from his acclaimed Life Behind the Lens tours in 2012 and 2013, In the Company of Giants is an all-new show, full of new stories and fresh insights, told in Doug's inimitable style.
Comic Steve Solomon to Perform at 3 Different South Florida Venues This Season
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 12, 2013
Steve Solomon has a busy South Florida winter ahead. He will perform his Stand Up comedy at the Lyric Theatre in Stuart, on December 3rd
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 12, 2013
Steve Solomon has a busy South Florida winter ahead. He will perform his Stand Up comedy at the Lyric Theatre in Stuart, on December 3rd
New Play About the Titanic '41N 50W' Runs at St. James Studio Theatre, Oct 4 & 5 - Starring Tina Jones, Rupert Wickham and More
by BWW News Desk - Sep 23, 2012
41N 50W is the last known position of the Titanic before she sank at 2.20am on 15th April 1912 during her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York. 41N 50W is a unique new play written by Robert Neal Marshall, adapted from over 1,100 pages of the original 1912 Senate Hearings. Readings of the play will be presented at the St. James Studio Theatre on 4 and 5 October 2012.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 23, 2012
41N 50W is the last known position of the Titanic before she sank at 2.20am on 15th April 1912 during her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York. 41N 50W is a unique new play written by Robert Neal Marshall, adapted from over 1,100 pages of the original 1912 Senate Hearings. Readings of the play will be presented at the St. James Studio Theatre on 4 and 5 October 2012.
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