Constructed as a carpenter's shop in 1920 and converted to the National Theatre in 1921 before morphing into the Billy Rose Theatre, the Trafalgar Theatre, and finally, the Nederlander Theatre, this is a venue that has seen everything. A gorgeous Renaissance-style establishment, the theater opened with Sidney Howard's first play, Swords. It would go on to stage everything from farces and dramedies to operas and musicals.
Some of its most notable productions include Julius Caesar, Cyrano de Bergerac, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Rent, Guys and Dolls, and Motown: The Musical. Its current lineup includes Shucked and The Who's Tommy.
1232 Seats
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessible Toilets
Assistive Listening System
Washrooms
Air Conditioning
Bar
Level Access
Security Check
Hearing Assistance
Water Fountain
The venue is over 100 years old.
The structure was constructed in 1920 and turned into a theater in 1921.
The theater is named after impresario and founder of the Nederlander Organization, David T. Nederlander, by his son, producer James M. Nederlander. James bestowed the honor on his late father after taking over the fledgling company and turning it into one of the most successful theatrical production houses of the modern era.
208 W 41st St, New York, NY 10036, United States.
The theater can be reached by all modes of transport including car or taxi, bus, bikes, and the subway.
The theater is owned by the Nederlander Organization.
The theater has a capacity of 1,232 seats.
The theater does not permit children under the age of 5.
The theater has a step-free main entrance and an unobstructed direct path through the lobby to the designated wheelchair-accessible seats. It has a wheelchair-accessible restroom on the same level. It also provides assistance devices and designated seating for patrons with hearing and visual impairments.
The theater has staged productions of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Cyrano de Bergerac, Rent, Guys and Dolls, Pretty Woman: The Musical, and more. Its more recent offerings include Shucked and The Who's Tommy.
The musical, based on the 1969 rock opera Tommy, opened in California in 1992. Its Broadway debut was at the St. James Theatre in 1993. After having played in several countries, it now returns to Broadway on 8 March.
The Front Orchestra and Front Mezzanine offer some of the best views, though at premium rates. More affordable seats with decent views are in the upper Orchestra, while the Middle sections of both levels offer the best views of the stage. Row A on both levels offers the best legroom.
There is no set dress code. Dress comfortably and bring an extra layer if required.
Prices vary based on show timings and seats. Ticket for The Who's Tommy currently start at $67.
The theater offers a limited menu of food and drink, including alcoholic beverages, at its in-house bars.
The theater is surrounded by a variety of all-American eateries and chains, such as Red Lobster. It also features a wide range of places, from casual and cozy to high-end and expensive, like Foundry Kitchen. For more cuisine-based international restaurants, try the Japanese Wasabi Sushi & Bento or the Brazilian Churrascarua Plataforma.
The theater district is the place to be if you're looking for historic spots to sight-see. These include Times Square and Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum. For something to suit your inner theater kid, try the Museum of Broadway. The area is also home to landmark buildings, like the Rockefeller Center, bustling nightlife spots like Hell's Kitchen, and natural locations like parks and rivers.