By Subway:
Take the 1, 2, 3, 7, S, N, Q, R, W, A, C or E train to 42nd St/ Times Square
By Bus:
Take the M7, M20, or M104
Box Office
Lobby. Counter 46.5".
Parking
Valet parking garage: In theater, 100' west of entrance. One step followed by garage elevator to theater entrance level.
Curb Ramps
(2.5" lip) SW corner of 45th St. & Broadway.
Directions Bus
Take the M7, M20, or M104
Restroom
Womens and Mens: Orchestra level lobby at far right near elevator. Doors in series: 1st door 27"; 2nd door (26", 1" lip). Stall door 22". Stall 32" x 56" clear space. Commode 15". Urinal 24".
Directions Subway
Take the 1, 2, 3, 7, S, N, Q, R, W, A, C or E train to 42nd St/ Times Square
Seating
Three levels: Lobby, orchestra, and balcony. Seats 1,710.
Elevator\Escalator
There are both elevators and escalators at this theatre.
Telephone
Orchestra level. Coin slot 63". Cord 29".
Entrance
Enter through the arcade between 44th & 45th Streets. Double doors (each 36") to lobby. Elevator and escalators in lobby.
Visual Assistance
Vision seats for visually impaired available for purchase in person, over the phone, or online. D-Scriptive devices are also available.
Water Fountain
Orchestra level. Recessed.
Assisted Listening System
Headsets for sound augmentation are available at the theatre, free of charge. Photo identification is required as a deposit. Copper Induction Loop also available.
Wheelchair Info
Wheelchair seating available in the rear of the orchestra section or on the mezzanine. These are the only locations that don't involve steps.
Translation
Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish Reservations are required. To reserve translations and for more information, visit www.BroadwayTranslations.com or call (212) 582-7678 during theatre hours only. iCaption devices are also available.
Folding Armrests
Accessible seating is a removable chair for purchase online, in person, or over the phone, plus one companion seat.
The 1,621-seat venue, designed by architects Kahn and Jacobs, is on the third floor of One Astor Plaza, an office tower constructed on the site of the legendary Astor Hotel. Named after Sam Minskoff and Sons, builders and owners of the high-rise building, it opened on March 13, 1973, with a revival of Irene starring Debbie Reynolds. Over the years it has served as host to musicals, dance companies, and concerts.
In 1981, it hosted Miss Universe 1981, won by Irene Saez of Venezuela, as well as the transfer of Joseph Papp's production of The Pirates of Penzance. In 1994, Sunset Boulevard was a hit at the theatre. In 2006, The Lion King transferred to the theatre, where it continues to run, as of 2011.
Watch a video about the Minskoff Theatre at Spotlightonbroadway.com
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