Guild Theatre
245 W. 52nd St., New York, NY
View on map| Theatre Name | Year Named |
|---|---|
| August Wilson Theatre | 2005 |
| Virginia Theatre | 1981 |
| American Academy of Dramatic Arts | 1953 |
| ANTA Playhouse | 1950 |
| WOR Mutual Radio | 1943 |
| Guild Theatre | 1925 |
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History:
The Guild Theatre opened in 1925, designed by Crane & Franzheim and located at 245 W. 52nd Street. The theatre was later renamed the Virginia Theatre, after owner Virginia M. Binger, in 1981. In 2005, the Virginia reopened with Jersey Boys as the August Wilson Theatre, in honor of the playwright who died later that year.
- Built: 1925
- Number of Seats: 1222
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Previous Shows at This Building
| Show | Opening Date - Closing Date | |
|---|---|---|
| August Wilson Theatre | ||
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Jersey Boys | November 6, 2005 |
| Virginia Theatre | ||
|
Little Women | January 23, 2005 - May 22, 2005 |
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Little Shop of Horrors | October 2, 2003 - August 22, 2004 |
|
Bill Maher: Victory Begins at Home | May 5, 2003 - May 18, 2003 |
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Flower Drum Song | October 17, 2002 - March 16, 2003 |
|
The Crucible | March 7, 2002 - June 8, 2002 |
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King Hedley II | May 1, 2001 - July 1, 2001 |
|
The Best Man | September 17, 2000 - December 31, 2000 |
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The Wild Party | April 13, 2000 - June 11, 2000 |
|
Smokey Joe's Cafe | March 2, 1995 - January 16, 2000 |
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