Frequently asked questions about St. James Theatre
The venue is currently 97 years old.
The theater was constructed in 1927.
The theater was originally named after A. L. Erlanger, a theater producer, director, designer, owner, and more. It was renamed by Lodewick Vroom in 1932, after the St. James Theatre in London, itself named for the district it resided in.
246 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036, United States.
Patrons can get to the theater by car or taxi, bus, subway, and any other mode of transportation they choose.
It is owned by Jujamcyn Theaters.
The theater has a capacity of 1,710 seats.
Patrons of all ages are welcome at the theater. However, each show has its own rating and age restrictions. Additionally, all attendees must have a valid ticket to enter.
The theater has a step-free entrance, designated wheelchair-accessible and companion seating, transfer aisle and companion seats, a wheelchair-accessible restroom, and hearing and vision-accessible seats and assistance.
The theater has staged shows like Oklahoma!, Robin Hood, The King and I, Luther, A Streetcar Named Desire, Hair, New York, New York, and several Shakespearean plays. It is currently playing Spamalot.
The musical originally opened in Chicago in 2005 before moving to Broadway's Shubert Theatre. It hit West End and toured the nation before returning to Broadway. It was first revived at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts before moving to the St. James Theatre.
The Orchestra houses most of the best seats at this venue. Rows A to M in the Center Orchestra tend to have the best views. The front and center rows are more affordably priced. The Left and Right Orchestra and the Center Mezzanine offer decent views at great prices. If you're after some extra legroom, try the front rows in any section.
There is no dress code at this theater. Patrons are encouraged to dress comfortably and stay warm.
The ticket prices vary across shows. Tickets for Spamalot start at $46.50.
The theater sells a limited menu of food and drinks at its bar. Patrons may purchase their concessions before or after the show, or during intermissions, and bring it to their seats.
The theater sits amid plenty of highly-rated restaurants. For uniquely Broadway experiences, try Sardi's or Joe Allen. For cuisine-based dining, try Italian food at Carmine's, Greek food at Kellari Taverna, or one of several sushi restaurants in the vicinity.
Times Square, Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum, the Museum of Broadway, and more are all located within the district.
