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Playhouse Theatre

Address:
137 W. 48th St.
New York, NY

BUILT: 1911

DEMOLISHED: 1969

SEATING CAPACITY: 900

Shows at the Playhouse Theatre

DATES PRODUCTION
11/23/2015 - 1/3/2016 Once Upon a Mattress (2015)
8/1/2006 - 7/14/2007 Dancing in the Streets (2005)
12/3/2005 - 12/31/2005 The Railway Children (2005)
12/6/1990 - 1/12/1991 Heaven's Up (1990)
3/9/1988 - 4/2/1988 Nite Club Confidential (1988)
10/16/1987 - 10/16/1987 Girlfriends (1987)
6/23/1982 - 6/23/1982 Cleavage (1982)
2/25/1980 - 2/25/1980 Swing (1980) [Pre-Broadway]
11/28/1979 - 1/13/1980 King of Schnorrers (1979)
3/23/1978 - 3/23/1978 A Bistro Car on the CNR (1978)
12/9/1975 - 12/9/1975 Raisin (1975)
4/27/1975 - 4/27/1975 A Matter of Time (1975)
11/16/1972 - 11/16/1972 Dear Oscar (1972)
4/19/1972 - 6/11/1972 Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope (1972)
2/2/1971 - 6/19/1971 Hedda Gabler (1971)
10/11/1965 - 5/27/1967 The Impossible Years (1965)
11/25/1962 - 4/24/1965 Never Too Late (1962)
2/6/1962 - 4/28/1962 The Aspern Papers (1962)
1/2/1962 - 1/6/1962 The Captains and the Kings (1962)
10/18/1961 - 11/11/1961 A Cook for Mr. General (1961)
10/19/1959 - 7/1/1961 The Miracle Worker (1959)
10/23/1958 - 4/11/1959 Make a Million (1958)
2/27/1958 - 7/19/1958 Blue Denim (1958)
1/29/1958 - 2/1/1958 Maybe Tuesday (1958)
8/20/1957 - 10/12/1957 Simply Heavenly (1957)
8/20/1957 - 10/12/1957 Simply Heavenly (1957)
5/21/1957 - 6/29/1957 Jose Greco (1957)
1/23/1957 - 3/16/1957 The Hidden River (1957)
12/25/1956 - 12/29/1956 Ruth Draper (1956)
12/3/1956 - 12/8/1956 Night of the Auk (1956)
11/14/1956 - 11/17/1956 A Very Special Baby (1956)
10/4/1956 - 10/6/1956 Harbor Lights (1956)
9/16/1956 - 11/4/1956 Pictures in the Hallway (1956)
1/17/1956 - 8/11/1956 Fallen Angels (1956)
10/17/1955 - 12/31/1955 A Roomful of Roses (1955)
2/7/1955 - 3/6/1955 Escudero (1955)
12/23/1954 - 12/25/1954 Black-Eyed Susan (1954)
10/27/1954 - 11/20/1954 The Traveling Lady (1954)
2/17/1954 - 3/13/1954 The Winner (1954)
12/29/1953 - 2/13/1954 In the Summer House (1953)
10/28/1953 - 11/28/1953 Gently Does It (1953)
9/17/1953 - 9/17/1953 A Pin to See the Peepshow (1953)
4/22/1953 - 4/25/1953 The Pink Elephant (1953)
4/6/1953 - 4/18/1953 Room Service (1953)
10/16/1952 - 2/28/1953 Bernardine (1952)
4/15/1952 - 5/10/1952 The Chase (1952)
2/21/1951 - 2/24/1951 The King of Friday's Men (1951)
11/17/1950 - 11/25/1950 A Story for a Sunday Evening (1950)
8/17/1950 - 9/9/1950 The Live Wire (1950)
2/1/1950 - 6/3/1950 The Innocents (1950)
12/27/1949 - 12/31/1949 How Long Till Summer (1949)
1/30/1948 - 3/27/1948 Skipper Next to God (1948)
1/19/1948 - 1/24/1948 The Survivors (1948)
10/30/1947 - 12/6/1947 Edith Piaf (1947)
4/25/1947 - 4/26/1947 Miracle in the Mountains (1947)
2/12/1947 - 4/12/1947 Craig's Wife (1947)
12/27/1946 - 1/25/1947 Temper the Wind (1946)
12/11/1946 - 12/14/1946 Land's End (1946)
11/27/1946 - 11/30/1946 A Family Affair (1946)
11/13/1946 - 11/16/1946 The Haven (1946)
10/7/1946 - 10/12/1946 Hear That Trumpet (1946)
3/31/1945 - 6/29/1946 The Glass Menagerie (1945)
3/31/1945 - 6/29/1946 The Glass Menagerie (1945)
3/12/1945 - 3/24/1945 It's a Gift (1945)
2/12/1945 - 2/24/1945 The Stranger (1945)
1/23/1945 - 2/3/1945 A Goose for the Gander (1945)
1/5/1945 - 1/6/1945 Many Happy Returns (1945)
12/25/1944 - 12/30/1944 Sophie (1944)
12/4/1944 - 12/23/1944 Hand in Glove (1944)
11/2/1944 - 11/11/1944 Sleep My Pretty One (1944)
8/8/1944 - 8/18/1944 Good Morning Corporal (1944)
6/5/1944 - 6/17/1944 That Old Devil (1944)
4/18/1944 - 5/6/1944 Sheppey (1944)
4/10/1944 - 4/10/1944 Six Pairs of Shoes (1944)
3/2/1944 - 3/15/1944 Bright Boy (1944)
1/24/1944 - 2/12/1944 The Duke in Darkness (1944)
12/10/1943 - 1/1/1944 Pillar to Post (1943)
2/23/1943 - 11/26/1943 Janie (1942)
2/1/1943 - 2/20/1943 The Barber Had Two Sons (1943)
10/22/1942 - 1/9/1943 The Damask Cheek (1942)
1/10/1942 - 6/6/1942 Spring Again (1941)
12/22/1941 - 12/27/1941 Pie in the Sky (1941)
11/17/1941 - 11/25/1941 Ring Around Elizabeth (1941)
3/13/1941 - 3/15/1941 Five Alarm Waltz (1941)
2/10/1941 - 2/12/1941 Popsy (1941)
12/29/1940 - 1/18/1941 The Flying Gerardos (1940)
12/2/1940 - 12/7/1940 Romantic Mr. Dickens (1940)
9/3/1940 - 11/30/1940 Kind Lady (1940)
4/9/1940 - 5/4/1940 Suspect (1940)
12/21/1939 - 12/31/1939 Billy Draws a Horse (1939)
12/22/1938 - 7/22/1939 Outward Bound (1938)
9/14/1938 - Come Across (1938)
4/18/1938 - The Circle (1938)
3/7/1938 - I Am My Youth (1938)
1/5/1938 - The Greatest Show on Earth (1938)
12/3/1937 - Merely Murder (1937)
2/9/1937 - Yes, My Darling Daughter (1937)
11/12/1936 - Matrimony Pfd. (1936)
1/30/1935 - Three Men on a Horse (1935)
1/17/1935 - Little Shot (1935)
12/25/1934 - 1/4/1935 Fools Rush In (1934)
12/25/1934 - 1/4/1935 Fools Rush In (1934)
11/27/1934 - The Night Remembers (1934)
10/9/1934 - Order Please (1934)
9/11/1934 - Too Many Boats (1934)
6/4/1934 - While Parents Sleep (1934)
4/3/1934 - Moor Born (1934)
1/23/1934 - Mackerel Skies (1934)
1/5/1934 - Oliver Oliver (1934)
11/28/1933 - 11/28/1933 Strange Orchestra (1933)
11/6/1933 - Doctor Monica (1933)
10/24/1933 - Move On, Sister (1933)
8/23/1933 - A Party (1933)
4/24/1933 - Little Ol' Boy (1933)
4/6/1933 - Her Tin Soldier (1933)
2/28/1933 - A Saturday Night (1933)
1/30/1933 - Bad Manners (1933)
10/18/1932 - Mademoiselle (1932)
8/16/1932 - Domino (1932)
5/6/1932 - Bulls, Bears and Asses (1932)
12/7/1931 - Little Women (1931)
10/12/1931 - A Church Mouse (1931)
11/19/1930 - The Vinegar Tree (1930)
12/28/1929 - The First Mrs. Fraser (1929)
1/10/1929 - Street Scene (1929)
10/22/1928 - 1/5/1929 The Grey Fox (1928)
8/7/1928 - Elmer Gantry (1928)
5/21/1928 - The Road to Rome (1928)
1/25/1928 - The Queen's Husband (1928)
1/12/1928 - A Free Soul (1928)
1/31/1927 - The Road to Rome (1927)
10/25/1926 - Daisy Mayme (1926)
10/5/1926 - The Good Fellow (1926)
5/6/1926 - 10/2/1926 Kitty's Kisses (1926)
11/16/1925 - Twelve Miles Out (1925)
10/21/1925 - Lucky Sam McCarver (1925)
8/19/1925 - Oh Mama (1925)
6/22/1925 - A Good Bad Woman (1925)
2/5/1924 - The Show Off (1924)
1/7/1924 - The New Poor (1924)
9/19/1923 - Chains (1923)
8/20/1923 - We've Got to Have Money (1923)
8/7/1923 - The Mad Honeymoon (1923)
11/6/1922 - 6/16/1923 Up She Goes (1922)
10/16/1922 - Swifty (1922)
9/25/1922 - On the Stairs (1922)
9/13/1922 - Dreams For Sale (1922)
8/15/1922 - Manhattan (1922)
3/6/1922 - Up the Ladder (1922)
1/2/1922 - Drifting (1922)
12/7/1921 - Bought and Paid For (1921)
11/22/1921 - Marie Antoinette (1921)
9/26/1921 - Wait 'Til We're Married (1921)
9/10/1921 - The Elton Case (1921)
8/27/1921 - Personality (1921)
7/27/1921 - The Teaser (1921)
2/28/1921 - Romance (1921)
1/30/1921 - The New Morality (1921)
11/15/1920 - Thy Name is Woman (1920)
9/22/1920 - Anna Ascends (1920)
6/17/1920 - Seeing Things (1920)
2/17/1920 - The Wonderful Thing (1920)
1/19/1920 - The Ruined Lady (1920)
12/19/1919 - For the Defense (1919)
12/10/1919 - The Phantom Legion (1919)
10/27/1919 - Palmy Days (1919)
10/15/1919 - A Young Man's Fancy (1919)
6/28/1919 - At 9:45 (1919)
12/23/1918 - Forever After (1918)
11/11/1918 - Home Again (1918)
10/29/1918 - Peter's Mother (1918)
8/12/1918 - She Walked in Her Sleep (1918)
2/4/1918 - The Little Teacher (1918)
1/14/1918 - The Heritage (1918)
12/25/1917 - Billeted (1917)
11/14/1917 - L'Elevation (1917)
10/11/1917 - Eve's Daughter (1917)
9/2/1916 - The Man Who Came Back (1916)
3/29/1916 - Captain Brassbound's Conversion (1916)
2/15/1916 - The Earth (1916)
12/9/1915 - Major Barbara (1915)
11/30/1915 - 11/30/1915 Samples (1915)
11/9/1915 - The Liars (1915)
9/28/1915 - The New York Idea (1915)
1/7/1915 - Sinners (1915)
12/23/1914 - Just Herself (1914)
12/1/1914 - Polygamy (1914)
10/10/1914 - My Lady's Dress (1914)
9/15/1914 - The Elder Son (1914)
8/20/1914 - Sylvia Runs Away (1914)
12/22/1913 - The Things That Count (1913)
12/16/1913 - 12/16/1913 School (1913)
8/21/1913 - The Family Cupboard (1913)
4/1/1913 - Divorcons (1913)
3/5/1913 - The Painted Woman (1913)
10/14/1912 - Little Women (1912)
9/26/1911 - Bought and Paid For (1911)
9/15/1911 - The Rack (1911)
8/24/1911 - A Gentleman of Leisure (1911)
4/17/1911 - Over Night (1911)
4/15/1911 - 4/15/1911 Sauce for the Goose (1911)
- Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2000)
- Walk Tall (1953)
- The Rocky Horror Show (2006)

News


Cast Set For A WORLD ELSEWHERE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026

Shakespeare's Globe announced the cast for A WORLD ELSEWHERE, a new show inspired by Shakespeare's tales, directed by Lucy Cuthbertson and co-written by Kerry Frampton and Ben Hales, running at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Ray Fearon, Madeline Appiah, and More Will Lead UK Tour of FENCES
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026

Headlong announced the cast for its UK tour of August Wilson's FENCES, directed by Daniel Bailey. Ray Fearon leads as Troy, joined by Madeline Appiah, Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, and Josh Tedeku in the first major revival in over a decade.
MURDER AT ACKERTON MANOR to Make American Premiere at Gretna Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2026

Gretna Theatre and the Fulton Theatre will present the American premiere of MURDER AT ACKERTON MANOR, a comedy whodunit inspired by Agatha Christie, featuring three actors playing a sprawling cast of suspects.
FALLEN ANGELS Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026

Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, closes at the Todd Haimes Theatre, following 25 previews and 57 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to The Imaginary Invalid, which opens in Fall 2026.
LOVE LETTERS Takes The Stage At Playhouse Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 6, 2026

Lambert House Productions announced a strictly limited five-performance season of A.R. Gurney's Pulitzer Prize finalist play LOVE LETTERS at the Playhouse Theatre in Redfern, starring Max Fernandez and NIDA graduate Amelie Devos.
Photos: CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Now Playing at Newbury’s Watermill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026

All new photos have been released from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at Newbury’s Watermill Theatre. Learn more about the production and check out the photos here!
ENCORE! ON TAP to Feature Tap Star Corey Hutchins, THE WILD PARTY Preview at Playhouse Theatre Group Fundraiser
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026

Playhouse Theatre Group announced the guest artist lineup for ENCORE! ON TAP, its annual fundraiser at New Park Brewing in West Hartford, CT, featuring acclaimed tap dancer Corey Hutchins and a preview of upcoming summer musical THE WILD PARTY.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Kennedy Center Ruling, Broadway's Record Season & New York's $150M Tax Credit Boost
by Alex Freeman - Jun 1, 2026

On the legal and legislative front, a federal judge ordered the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center and temporarily blocked its planned closure, while New York State added $150 million to its theatrical production tax credit program. Broadway closed out its 2025–2026 season with a new all-time box office record of $1.91 billion, and the Broadway League and Actors' Equity announced a new audition initiative called LEAP.
Playhouse on Park Names Sasha Brätt Co-Artistic Director in Leadership Transition
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026

Playhouse on Park announced a leadership shift as co-founder Sean Harris moves to Artistic Advisor after 17 seasons, with director Sasha Brätt joining Darlene Zoller as Co-Artistic Director for the West Hartford company's 18th season.
Penn State Centre Stage Will Present ONE NIGHT ON BROADWAY at Playhouse Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026

Penn State Centre Stage will host ONE NIGHT ON BROADWAY at the Playhouse Theatre on the University Park campus, featuring School of Theatre alumni including Blake Stadnik of NBC's 'This Is Us' and Drama Desk-nominated actor John El-Jor.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST 10th Anniversary Tour From Shakespeare in the Squares
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026

Shakespeare in the Squares announced the full cast for its tenth anniversary production of LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Toby Gordon, touring London squares for one night each across multiple venues.
Photos: CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG in Rehearsal at the Watermill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

All new photos have been released from rehearsal for Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at Newbury’s Watermill Theatre. Learn more about the show and check out photos here!
FALLEN ANGELS Will Stream Upcoming Performance Live on BroadwayHD
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026

Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward will stream an upcoming performance live on BroadwayHD! Learn more about how to stream the show here.
Review: VASLAV at Milnerton Playhouse
by Judith Herbig - May 8, 2026

Vaslav is a haunting and brilliantly crafted production that captures both the genius and torment of Vaslav Nijinsky with extraordinary emotional power. Godfrey Johnson delivers a spellbinding performance, combining remarkable physical transformation and piano virtuosity into a truly unforgettable piece of theatre.
Manitoba Commits $15m To Restore Pantages Playhouse Theatre In Winnipeg
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026

The Manitoba government has committed $15 million toward the restoration of Winnipeg’s Pantages Playhouse Theatre, a historic venue closed since 2018. The renovation will include modern stage and acoustic upgrades and is expected to reopen by 2029.
EVITA Starring Rachel Zegler to Open on Broadway in 2027
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2026

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Jamie Lloyd's revival of Evita, starring Rachel Zegler, will open on Broadway in 2027. The reimagined production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical will make its Broadway debut next spring.
ANNIE GET YOUR GUN To Be Presented At Act II Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Annie Get Your Gun,” the beloved musical with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin, original book by Herbert and Dorothy Fields, and revised by Peter Stone.
SIX THE MUSICAL Finds New Cast For Australian Run
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

SIX THE MUSICAL has announced a new Australian cast for its upcoming return, with seasons at Melbourne's Comedy Theatre, Theatre Royal Sydney, and QPAC's Playhouse Theatre featuring six queens including Sarah Murr, Mia Paris Scalise, and Lorinda May Merrypor.
Cast Set For CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG at The Watermill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026

The Watermill Theatre announced casting for CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, running May 26 to September 13, 2026, with Christian Edwards as Caractacus Potts and Lydia Louise making her professional debut as Truly Scrumptious.
Lenny Henry Will Embark on First UK Tour Since 2010
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

Comedian LENNY HENRY will embark on his first live UK tour in over a decade with 'Still At Large,' beginning on 5 May. The tour marks a significant return for the performer.

Playhouse Theatre Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Playhouse Theatre?
Playhouse Theatre's current show is Once Upon a Mattress which began performances on 11/23/2015.

What when was Playhouse Theatre built?
Playhouse Theatre was built in 1911.

How many seats does Playhouse Theatre have?
Playhouse Theatre has 900 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Playhouse Theatre?
Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope which ran from 04/19/1972 to 10/27/1974, Never Too Late which ran from 11/26/1962 to 04/24/1965, Dancing in the Streets which ran from 07/19/2005 to 07/14/2007, and Three Men on a Horse which ran from 01/30/1935 to 01/09/1937


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