131 West 55th St. (between 6th and 7th Avenues)
New York, NY 10019
BUILT: 1923
SEATING CAPACITY: 2935
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New York City Center History
New York City Center has played a defining role in the cultural life of the city since 1943 when it was founded by Mayor Fiorello La Guardia with the mission to make the best in the performing arts accessible to all. The distinctive neo-Moorish theater welcomes 300,000 visitors annually to experience internationally acclaimed artists on the same stage where legends like George Balanchine, Leonard Bernstein, and Barbara Cook made their mark.New York City Center Frequently Asked Questions
What show is next for New York City Center?
New York City Center's next show is The Monsters which begins performances on 1/23/2026.
What when was New York City Center built?
New York City Center was built in 1923.
How many seats does New York City Center have?
New York City Center has 2935 seats.
What were the longest running shows at New York City Center?
Prodigal Son which ran from 2/9/2015 to 3/27/2016, Harry Townsend's Last Stand which ran from 12/4/2019 to 4/5/2020, Oklahoma! which ran from 2/27/1963 to 5/26/1963, Ring Twice for Miranda which ran from 2/12/2017 to 4/16/2017 and
What show is currently in New York City Center?
New York City Center's current show is The Monsters which began performances on 1/23/2026.
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