Opened in 1967, the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater is a small, intimate venue named for the New York philanthropist Caroline H. Newhouse. It was originally called the Forum, under the operation of the Repertory Theater of Lincoln Center, with the name change occurring in 1973 under Joseph Papp’s New York Shakespeare Festival.
Since 1985, the Lincoln Center Theater has operated the venue staging shows like Waiting for Godot and Corruption.
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The theater was constructed in 1965 and opened in 1967, making it nearly 60 years old. It was originally called the Forum but was renamed for Caroline H. Newhouse in 1973.
Caroline H. Newhouse was a philanthropist and artist, an original board member of the New York City Opera, and co-founder of the Newhouse Communications Company (now called Advance Publications Inc.), one of the largest communications conglomerates in America. Newhouse supported several organizations like the Career Transition for Dancers, which helped ex-dancers transition to new careers.
The theater is 150 W 65th St, New York, NY 10023, United States, easily reached via the bus or subway.
The theater has 299 seats within its single section, the Orchestra. The best seats are in the Center, while the most affordable seats are usually on the outer ends of the rows or in the rear.
Children under the age of five are not admitted at this venue.
The Lincoln Theater complex is filled with stunning sights, including the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, home to one of the largest collections on performing arts, and multiple paintings and sculptures. The terrace garden above the Claire Tow Theater overlooking the central plaza is also worth stopping by. Right outside the venue is the American Folk Art Museum and within walking distance you'll find landmarks like Central Park.