932 Seventh Ave. at W. 58th St.
New York, NY
BUILT: 1921
CLOSED: 1954
DEMOLISHED: 1962
SEATING CAPACITY: 1700
Shakespeare Theatre History
Opened November 17, 1932
Shows at the Shakespeare Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 11/17/1932 - A Midsummer Night's Dream (1932)
News
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Arrive On Broadway This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Broadway will get haunted this summer when the smash-hit, Olivier Award nominated new play PARANORMAL ACTIVITY arrives at The August Wilson Theatre. Tickets are on sale now.
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Broadway will get haunted this summer when the smash-hit, Olivier Award nominated new play PARANORMAL ACTIVITY arrives at The August Wilson Theatre. Tickets are on sale now.
Interview: Jonathan Moscone of PICTURES FROM HOME at Marin Theatre
by Jim Munson - May 11, 2026
BroadwayWorld chats with director Jonathan Moscone about his production of 'Pictures from Home' at Marin Theatre running through May 31 in Mill Valley. Sharr White's comedic drama has uncanny parallels with Moscone's own family mythology.
by Jim Munson - May 11, 2026
BroadwayWorld chats with director Jonathan Moscone about his production of 'Pictures from Home' at Marin Theatre running through May 31 in Mill Valley. Sharr White's comedic drama has uncanny parallels with Moscone's own family mythology.
THE LION KING Broadway and Touring 'Ed' Will Swap Productions
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Disney’s The Lion King has announced that Robb Sapp and Sam Linda, who play the role of Ed on Broadway and tour, respectively, will switch productions. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Disney’s The Lion King has announced that Robb Sapp and Sam Linda, who play the role of Ed on Broadway and tour, respectively, will switch productions. Learn more here!
ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE To Play This Summer At Gretna Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 10, 2026
This summer, Gretna Theatre opens its 2026 season with Always... Patsy Cline, bringing audiences a heartfelt, toe-tapping tribute to the legendary country singer. Inspired by the true story of Patsy Cline’s friendship with devoted fan Louise Seger.
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 10, 2026
This summer, Gretna Theatre opens its 2026 season with Always... Patsy Cline, bringing audiences a heartfelt, toe-tapping tribute to the legendary country singer. Inspired by the true story of Patsy Cline’s friendship with devoted fan Louise Seger.
Cast Set For the St Cassian's Chamber Choir in RIDE THE CYCLONE at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Kayna Montecillo and Josh Butler join returning cast members for RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, following the show's sold-out UK premiere run in 2025.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Kayna Montecillo and Josh Butler join returning cast members for RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, following the show's sold-out UK premiere run in 2025.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, Laura Benanti and More Set for Signature Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2026
Signature Theatre has revealed its 2026-2027 Season. The 37th season features six musicals and two plays, including a world premiere musical, a regional premiere musical, and a DC premiere play.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2026
Signature Theatre has revealed its 2026-2027 Season. The 37th season features six musicals and two plays, including a world premiere musical, a regional premiere musical, and a DC premiere play.
Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, and More Will Lead AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
The Muny announced the cast for its premiere production of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, starring James T. Lane, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, Elijah Ahmad Lewis, and Daniel Yearwood.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
The Muny announced the cast for its premiere production of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, starring James T. Lane, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, Elijah Ahmad Lewis, and Daniel Yearwood.
Review: 44 THE MUSICAL at KLEIN THEATRE
by Laurie Sara Oliver - Apr 28, 2026
What did our critic think of 44 THE MUSICAL at KLEIN THEATRE?
by Laurie Sara Oliver - Apr 28, 2026
What did our critic think of 44 THE MUSICAL at KLEIN THEATRE?
Natascia Diaz To Star in INTO THE WOODS At Arrow Rock Lyceum
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 25, 2026
Broadway and CBS's FBI actress Natascia Diaz will star as the Witch in INTO THE WOODS at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre this summer, directed by Michael Lluberes, as part of the theater's 65th anniversary season.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 25, 2026
Broadway and CBS's FBI actress Natascia Diaz will star as the Witch in INTO THE WOODS at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre this summer, directed by Michael Lluberes, as part of the theater's 65th anniversary season.
The Middletown Arts Center Will Present MAC ONE-ACTS Annual Play-Reading Festival
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2026
The Middletown Arts Center will soon present the seventh edition of The MAC ONE-ACTS Play-Reading Festival, featuring original, one-act works by New Jersey playwrights read theatrically by local actors.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2026
The Middletown Arts Center will soon present the seventh edition of The MAC ONE-ACTS Play-Reading Festival, featuring original, one-act works by New Jersey playwrights read theatrically by local actors.
Video: Watch a Scene From RSC's HENRY V With Alfred Enoch
by Michael Major - Apr 23, 2026
Take an exciting look at Henry V on stage with our new scene clip. Directed by RSC Co-Artistic Director Tamara Harvey and with Alfred Enoch in the title role, watch the video now!
by Michael Major - Apr 23, 2026
Take an exciting look at Henry V on stage with our new scene clip. Directed by RSC Co-Artistic Director Tamara Harvey and with Alfred Enoch in the title role, watch the video now!
Matthew Saldívar to Join THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026
Matthew Saldívar will join The Great Gatsby on Broadway. Saldívar joins the show’s principal cast, which also features original star and Tony Award nominee Eva Noblezada, Reeve Carney and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026
Matthew Saldívar will join The Great Gatsby on Broadway. Saldívar joins the show’s principal cast, which also features original star and Tony Award nominee Eva Noblezada, Reeve Carney and more.
PRIVATE LIVES Will Open The Shakespeare Theatre Of New Jersey 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will open its 2026 season with PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward. The production will run at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre and feature Ashley Blanchet and Britt Michael Gordon.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will open its 2026 season with PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward. The production will run at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre and feature Ashley Blanchet and Britt Michael Gordon.
Cast Set for PRIVATE LIVES at Shakespeare Theatre of NJ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is launching its 2026 season with Private Lives by Noël Coward. This beloved comedy classic runs at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is launching its 2026 season with Private Lives by Noël Coward. This beloved comedy classic runs at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University.
Video: Wendell Pierce Previews OTHELLO on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 20, 2026
Wendell Pierce will take on the role of Othello in Simon Godwin's production of the play at Shakespeare Theatre Company. Watch Pierce preview the project during an appearance on Live with Kelly and Mark back in February.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 20, 2026
Wendell Pierce will take on the role of Othello in Simon Godwin's production of the play at Shakespeare Theatre Company. Watch Pierce preview the project during an appearance on Live with Kelly and Mark back in February.
Christine Baranski and Richard E. Grant Will Lead HAY FEVER in London
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026
Two-time Tony winner Christine Baranski and Academy Award nominee Richard E. Grant will star in Noël Coward's HAY FEVER at Wyndham's Theatre, marking Baranski's West End debut and Grant's return to the West End stage after 20 years.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026
Two-time Tony winner Christine Baranski and Academy Award nominee Richard E. Grant will star in Noël Coward's HAY FEVER at Wyndham's Theatre, marking Baranski's West End debut and Grant's return to the West End stage after 20 years.
THE PITT on Stage: A Guide to the Theater Stars in the Hit Series
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026
With the Season 2 finale of The Pitt almost here, we have rounded up some of the stage stars who have made regular appearances on the hit series during its first two seasons.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026
With the Season 2 finale of The Pitt almost here, we have rounded up some of the stage stars who have made regular appearances on the hit series during its first two seasons.
Noah Henry, Sarah-Anne Martinez and More to Star in WEST SIDE STORY at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for West Side Story, the final production of Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season, including Noah Henry, Sarah-Anne Martinez making their Paper Mill debuts.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for West Side Story, the final production of Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season, including Noah Henry, Sarah-Anne Martinez making their Paper Mill debuts.
Cedric Neal, Brayden Bambino and More to Star in PIPPIN at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the musical Pippin, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. The production will star Brayden Bambino as Pippin and Cedric Neal as the Leading Player.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the musical Pippin, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. The production will star Brayden Bambino as Pippin and Cedric Neal as the Leading Player.
Shattered Globe Theatre Adds 3 New Ensemble Members and 5 Artistic Associates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
Chicago's Shattered Globe Theatre announced three new Ensemble Members—Ellie Fey, Kotryna Hilko and Jeff Rodriguez—along with five new Artistic Associates, as the company celebrates its 35th year.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
Chicago's Shattered Globe Theatre announced three new Ensemble Members—Ellie Fey, Kotryna Hilko and Jeff Rodriguez—along with five new Artistic Associates, as the company celebrates its 35th year.
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