Al Hirschfeld Theatre
302 W. 45th St., New York, NY
View on map| Theatre Name | Year Named |
|---|---|
| Al Hirschfeld Theatre | 2003 |
| Martin Beck Theatre | 1924 |
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History:
The Al Hirschfeld Theatre opened in 1924, as the Martin Beck Theatre, at 302 W. 45th Street. Designed by architect G. Albert Lansburgh, the large, grandiose venue premiered Bye Bye, Birdie and presented revivals of Kiss Me, Kate and Hair. The Martin Beck was renamed for celebrity caricaturist Al Hirschfeld in 2003.
- Built: 1924
- Number of Seats: 1437
Owners
| Dates | Name | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 16, 1966 - | Jujamcyn Theaters | Theatre Owner |
| Aug. 1, 1958 - Feb. 16, 1966 | City Investing Company | Theatre Lessee |
| Nov. 16, 1940 - Feb. 16, 1966 | The Martin Beck Estate | Theatre Owner |
| September, 1928 - Dec. 1, 1931 | The Theatre Guild | Theatre Lessee |
| Nov. 11, 1924 - Nov. 16, 1940 | Martin Beck | Theatre Owner |
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Previous Shows at This Building
| Show | Opening Date - Closing Date | |
|---|---|---|
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Kinky Boots | April 4, 2013 |
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Elf | November 9, 2012 - January 6, 2013 |
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Fela! | July 12, 2012 - August 4, 2012 |
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How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying | March 27, 2011 - May 20, 2012 |
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Elf | November 14, 2010 - January 2, 2011 |
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Hair | March 31, 2009 - June 27, 2010 |
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A Tale of Two Cities | September 18, 2008 - November 9, 2008 |
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Curtains | March 22, 2007 - June 29, 2008 |
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The Wedding Singer | April 27, 2006 - December 31, 2006 |
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Sweet Charity | May 4, 2005 - December 31, 2005 |
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