Minskoff Theatre

Address

200 W 45th St
New York, NY 10036

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Public Transport

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

Accessibility

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.
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".
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.

Theater Description

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