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Empire Theatre

Address:
1430 Broadway (40th & 41st)
New York, NY

BUILT: 1893

DEMOLISHED: 1953

SEATING CAPACITY: 1100

Shows at the Empire Theatre

DATES PRODUCTION
10/15/1952 - 5/30/1953 The Time of the Cuckoo (1952)
11/28/1951 - 7/12/1952 I Am a Camera (1951)
10/17/1951 - 10/27/1951 Buy Me Blue Ribbons (1951)
4/20/1951 - 4/21/1951 The Long Days (1951)
1/5/1950 - 3/17/1951 The Member of the Wedding (1950)
12/1/1949 - 12/17/1949 The Closing Door (1949)
10/3/1949 - 11/12/1949 Twelfth Night (1949)
10/20/1948 - 6/4/1949 Life With Mother (1948)
5/25/1948 - 5/29/1948 Seeds in the Wind (1948)
12/28/1947 - 2/1/1948 Ruth Draper (1947)
10/29/1947 - 5/1/1948 The Winslow Boy (1947)
1/12/1947 - 2/23/1947 Ruth Draper (1947)
1/23/1946 - 5/31/1947 O Mistress Mine (1946)
11/28/1945 - 1/12/1946 The Mermaids Singing (1945)
10/29/1945 - 11/3/1945 The Next Half Hour (1945)
11/8/1939 - 9/8/1945 Life With Father (1939)
10/2/1939 - 10/21/1939 They Knew What They Wanted (1939)
9/18/1939 - 9/30/1939 Journey's End (1939)
1/3/1939 - Mamba's Daughters (1939)
11/28/1938 - Soliloquy (1938)
9/19/1938 - Missouri Legend (1938)
4/14/1938 - The Merry Wives of Windsor (1938)
9/29/1937 - The Star-Wagon (1937)
3/10/1937 - 5/8/1937 Candida (1937)
12/23/1936 - The Wingless Victory (1936)
10/8/1936 - Hamlet (1936)
8/25/1936 - Spring Dance (1936)
2/10/1936 - Fresh Fields (1936)
1/8/1936 - O Evening Star (1936)
12/12/1935 - Ghosts (1935)
11/18/1935 - For Valor (1935)
10/15/1935 - Bright Star (1935)
1/7/1935 - The Old Maid (1935)
11/26/1934 - But Not For Love (1934)
10/29/1934 - Allure (1934)
4/2/1934 - 4/14/1934 Four Saints in Three Acts (1934)
2/14/1934 - Richard of Bordeaux (1934)
4/13/1933 - 4/22/1933 The Threepenny Opera (1933)
1/21/1933 - We, The People (1933)
11/21/1932 - Firebird (1932)
10/27/1932 - Dangerous Corner (1932)
2/15/1932 - There's Always Juliet (1932)
2/9/1931 - The Barretts of Wimpole Street (1931)
12/15/1930 - Petticoat Influence (1930)
11/5/1930 - Room of Dreams (1930)
10/6/1930 - Stepdaughters of War (1930)
6/2/1930 - Milestones (1930)
6/2/1930 - The Little Father of the Wilderness (1930)
2/4/1930 - Dishonored Lady (1930)
9/30/1929 - Candle Light (1929)
11/27/1928 - The Age of Innocence (1928)
10/16/1928 - Olympia (1928)
9/5/1928 - Heavy Traffic (1928)
5/7/1928 - The Happy Husband (1928)
4/9/1928 - The Play's the Thing (1928)
3/8/1928 - Napoleon (1928)
1/31/1928 - Salvation (1928)
10/18/1927 - Interference (1927)
9/5/1927 - Pickwick (1927)
3/21/1927 - Her Cardboard Lover (1927)
2/21/1927 - Set a Thief (1927)
9/29/1926 - The Captive (1926)
4/14/1926 - 5/15/1926 Raquel Meller (1926)
12/7/1925 - Easy Virtue (1925)
10/20/1925 - Antonia (1925)
10/7/1925 - A Tale of the Wolf (1925)
8/24/1925 - The Dove (1925)
2/11/1925 - The Dove (1925)
1/13/1925 - Isabel (1925)
1/13/1925 - Shall We Join the Ladies? (1925)
9/23/1924 - Grounds for Divorce (1924)
6/9/1924 - She Stoops to Conquer (1924)
12/4/1923 - The Lady (1923)
9/26/1923 - Casanova (1923)
4/9/1923 - Zander the Great (1923)
3/12/1923 - Pasteur (1923)
12/25/1922 - Rose Briar (1922)
11/20/1922 - The Texas Nightingale (1922)
9/25/1922 - La Tendresse (1922)
6/5/1922 - The Rivals (1922)
1/31/1922 - The Czarina (1922)
11/21/1921 - The Dream Maker (1921)
9/20/1921 - Blood and Sand (1921)
4/18/1921 - Clair de Lune (1921)
12/22/1920 - Mary Rose (1920)
8/31/1920 - Call the Doctor (1920)
10/6/1919 - Declassee (1919)
12/23/1918 - Dear Brutus (1918)
9/30/1918 - The Saving Grace (1918)
5/6/1918 - Belinda (1918)
5/6/1918 - The New Word (1918)
2/14/1918 - The Off Chance (1918)
12/24/1917 - The Lady of the Camellias (1917)
11/13/1917 - The Three Bears (1917)
9/10/1917 - 11/10/1917 Rambler Rose (1917)
5/14/1917 - The New Word (1917)
5/14/1917 - Old Friends (1917)
5/14/1917 - The Old Lady Shows Her Medals (1917)
12/25/1916 - A Kiss for Cinderella (1916)
10/30/1916 - The Basker (1916)
9/20/1916 - Caroline (1916)
4/4/1916 - Rio Grande (1916)
3/13/1916 - Margaret Schiller (1916)
1/11/1916 - The Little Minister (1916)
12/21/1915 - Peter Pan (1915)
11/22/1915 - The Chief (1915)
11/8/1915 - Secret Service (1915)
10/11/1915 - Sherlock Holmes (1915)
4/7/1915 - A Celebrated Case (1915)
1/25/1915 - The Shadow (1915)
1/12/1915 - Rosemary (1915)
12/14/1914 - Driven (1914)
10/20/1914 - Diplomacy (1914)
9/7/1914 - The Prodigal Husband (1914)
5/11/1914 - A Scrap of Paper (1914)
1/5/1914 - The Legend of Leonora (1914)
10/28/1913 - Tante (1913)
9/29/1913 - The Tyranny of Tears (1913)
9/29/1913 - The Will (1913)
9/1/1913 - Much Ado About Nothing (1913)
4/28/1913 - The Amazons (1913)
3/11/1913 - Liberty Hall (1913)
1/13/1913 - The Spy (1913)
12/23/1912 - Peter Pan (1912)
11/11/1912 - Bella Donna (1912)
9/2/1912 - The Perplexed Husband (1912)
3/25/1912 - Oliver Twist (1912)
2/26/1912 - Lady Patricia (1912)
1/29/1912 - A Slice of Life (1912)
1/29/1912 - Cousin Kate (1912)
12/4/1911 - The Witness for the Defense (1911)
9/4/1911 - A Single Man (1911)
2/13/1911 - The Twelve Pound Look (1911)
2/13/1911 - Alice Sit-by-the-Fire (1911)
1/1/1911 - Trelawney of the 'Wells' (1911)
12/5/1910 - Sherlock Holmes (1910)
12/5/1910 - The Private Secretary (1910)
12/5/1910 - Secret Service (1910)
12/5/1910 - Too Much Johnson (1910)
12/5/1910 - Held by the Enemy (1910)
9/5/1910 - Smith (1910)
4/25/1910 - Caste (1910)
1/31/1910 - Mid-Channel (1910)
9/29/1909 - Inconstant George (1909)
6/7/1909 - The Mollusc (1909)
12/23/1908 - What Every Woman Knows (1908)
9/14/1908 - Jack Straw (1908)
9/3/1908 - The Thief (1908)
3/2/1908 - Father and the Boys (1908)
1/15/1908 - The Jesters (1908)
1/6/1908 - Quality Street (1908)
8/31/1907 - My Wife (1907)
5/6/1907 - Cousin Kate (1907)
4/4/1907 - His Excellency the Governor (1907)
3/18/1907 - The Silver Box (1907)
2/18/1907 - Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines (1907)
1/28/1907 - Captain Brassbound's Conversion (1907)
1/28/1907 - The Good Hope (1907)
1/28/1907 - Nance Oldfield (1907)
12/24/1906 - Peter Pan (1906)
9/3/1906 - His House in Order (1906)
11/6/1905 - Peter Pan (1905)
9/4/1905 - De Lancey (1905)
4/19/1905 - The Freedom of Suzanne (1905)
3/6/1905 - Sherlock Holmes (1905)
2/6/1905 - Op-o'-Me Thumb (1905)
12/26/1904 - The Little Minister (1904)
9/5/1904 - The Duke of Killicrankie (1904)
5/16/1904 - 5/16/1904 Ingomar (1904)
5/2/1904 - When Knighthood Was in Flower (1904)
1/25/1904 - The Other Girl (1903)
1/5/1904 - Little Mary (1904)
11/10/1903 - The Pretty Sister of Jose (1903)
10/13/1903 - Captain Dieppe (1903)
4/20/1903 - The Mummy and the Humming Bird (1903)
1/13/1903 - The Unforeseen (1903)
11/17/1902 - Imprudence (1902)
9/4/1902 - The Mummy and the Humming Bird (1902)
4/14/1902 - The Importance of Being Earnest (1902)
3/3/1902 - The Twin Sister (1902)
12/23/1901 - The Wilderness (1901)
9/2/1901 - The Second in Command (1901)
4/15/1901 - Diplomacy (1901)
4/8/1901 - Brother Officers (1901)
12/31/1900 - Mrs. Dane's Defense (1900)
9/11/1900 - Richard Carvel (1900)
8/27/1900 - Brother Officers (1900)
1/16/1900 - Brother Officers (1900)
12/25/1899 - My Lady's Lord (1899)
9/11/1899 - The Tyranny of Tears (1899)
5/8/1899 - Romeo and Juliet (1899)
2/16/1899 - The Man of Destiny (1899)
2/14/1899 - Lord and Lady Algy (1899)
12/26/1898 - Phroso (1898)
9/26/1898 - The Liars (1898)
4/26/1898 - His Honor the Mayor (1898)
1/4/1898 - The Conquerors (1898)
11/8/1897 - A Marriage of Convenience (1897)
9/27/1897 - The Little Minister (1897)
3/6/1897 - 3/6/1897 A Man and His Wife (1897)
12/28/1896 - Under the Red Robe (1896)
8/31/1896 - Rosemary (1896)
3/9/1896 - Bohemia (1896)
2/17/1896 - Marse Van (1896)
2/17/1896 - Marriage (1896)
1/27/1896 - A Woman's Reason (1896)
1/15/1896 - Michael and His Lost Angel (1896)
12/24/1895 - Carmen (1895)
10/7/1895 - Christopher, Jr. (1895)
9/23/1895 - The Imprudent Young Couple (1895)
9/2/1895 - The City of Pleasure (1895)
4/22/1895 - 5/1/1895 The Importance of Being Earnest (1895)
3/18/1895 - John-a-Dreams (1895)
12/3/1894 - The Masqueraders (1894)
9/11/1894 - The Bauble Shop (1894)
2/15/1894 - A Doll's House (1894)
10/24/1893 - The Younger Son (1893)
8/21/1893 - Liberty Hall (1893)
1/25/1893 - The Girl I Left Behind Me (1893)
- The Little Minister (1897)

News


HADESTOWN Will Embark on First-Ever UK and Ireland Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026

The Tony and Grammy Award-winning HADESTOWN, currently in its third year at London's Lyric Theatre, announced its first-ever UK & Ireland tour, opening at Curve Theatre, Leicester, before visiting more than 20 cities.
Cast Set For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026

Melting Pot announced casting for the UK and Ireland tour of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY, starring James Bye, Hannah Sinclair Robinson, Jo Castleton, and Caroline Faber, with the production set to visit towns and cities nationwide.
DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026

DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT, produced by Disney Concerts, Broadway Princess Party, Cuffe & Taylor and Live Nation, announced its first-ever UK and Ireland tour, including five performances at London's Royal Festival Hall.
SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Musical Will Return on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

The Chichester Festival Theatre, Stage Entertainment and Sheffield Theatres production of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN will tour the UK and Ireland, including a summer season at London's Sadler's Wells, following a Christmas run at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre.
Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden Will Lead UK Tour of CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden will play Chris' parents in a new UK tour of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, opening at Birmingham Rep before touring nationally.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's STARLIGHT EXPRESS Will Embark on World Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026

The new production of STARLIGHT EXPRESS, which won an Olivier Award during its London run, will tour the UK and beyond, with stops in Leicester, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sunderland, Birmingham, and Southampton.
Full Cast Set for JERSEY BOYS 20th Anniversary UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026

The full cast has been announced for the 20th anniversary UK and Ireland tour of JERSEY BOYS, led by Luke Baker as Frankie Valli, with the production opening at New Wimbledon Theatre and booking through 2027.
John Partridge Will Star as Hannibal Lecter in World Premiere UK Tour of THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

John Partridge, known for EastEnders and West End roles, will star as Dr. Hannibal Lecter in the world stage premiere of THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS, adapted by Gina Gionfriddo and directed by Nikolai Foster.
PSYCHICS VS. SCIENCE Will Embark on Tour Across The U.S.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026

PSYCHICS VS. SCIENCE, a live touring show featuring mentalist Joe Diamond and cognitive scientist Dr. Anthony Barnhart, will visit 15 U.S. cities for an interactive night of mind reading, psychology, and real-time scientific analysis.
DESPERATE SCOUSEWIVES Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

DESPERATE SCOUSEWIVES: LILY'S STORY will embark on its first UK nationwide tour, with Benidorm star Crissy Rock heading the all-female cast across 18 venues.
NOT IT! to Conclude Centenary Stage Company’s Women Playwrights Series
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026

Centenary Stage Company will present Not It! as part of its Women Playwrights Series. The staged reading is written by Kathleen Coudle-King. The event will take place in New Jersey.
Bill Bailey Brings 2026 Australian Tour to Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide & More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

British comedian Bill Bailey announced a 2026 Australian tour spanning 12 cities, with stops in Launceston, Hobart, Brisbane, Toowoomba, Gold Coast, Caloundra, Newcastle, Wollongong, Sydney, Rooty Hill, Canberra, and Adelaide.
SHUCKED & More Lead Philadelphia's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026

Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks in Philadelphia for Spring 2026!
Concord Theatricals Acquires Licensing Rights to Aaron Sorkin's TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026

Concord Theatricals has acquired worldwide licensing rights to Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird for its Samuel French imprint.
QPAC to Livestream THE LAST SHIP from New Glasshouse Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026

QPAC will present a free livestream of THE LAST SHIP on April 11, 2026, marking the inaugural international production at Brisbane's new Glasshouse Theatre.
Tour Dates Revealed For New UK Tour of CATS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

The Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's global sensation, CATS, will embark on a major UK tour soon, and full dates for the forthcoming tour have now been revealed.
Regal Entertainments’ Chantelle Joseph Named Visitor Economy Personality Of The Year
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026

Chantelle Joseph was recognized with the Liverpool Women in Business Award on March 9, 2026, celebrating her contributions to the local business community. The award highlights her achievements and impact in fostering growth and innovation.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

The West End hit Paranormal Activity will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour from September 2026. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
MUSIC OF THE NIGHT: The Concert Tour to End Its Six-Year Run in Canada
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026

Music of the Night: The Concert Tour, an acclaimed concert celebration of the most iconic music by Andrew Lloyd Webber will return.. The national tour starts its final leg in Hamilton, Ontario.
ALL THINGS EQUAL: THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG to Launch Winter-Spring National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

All Things Equal: The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg will launch a 13-city Winter-Spring national tour. Written by multiple Award-winner Rupert Holmes and directed by Laley Lippard, the production stars Michelle Azar who originated the role. 

Empire Theatre Frequently Asked Questions

What when was Empire Theatre built?
Empire Theatre was built in 1893.

How many seats does Empire Theatre have?
Empire Theatre has 1100 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Empire Theatre?
Life With Father which ran from 11/08/1939 to 07/12/1947, O Mistress Mine which ran from 01/23/1946 to 05/31/1947, The Member of the Wedding which ran from 01/05/1950 to 03/17/1951, and I Am a Camera which ran from 11/28/1951 to 07/12/1952


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