Ambassador Theatre
219 W. 49th St., New York, NY
View on map| Theatre Name | Year Named |
|---|---|
| Ambassador Theatre | 1980 |
| New Ambassador Theatre | 1980 |
| Ambassador Theatre | 1921 |
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History:
The Ambassador opened in 1921 at 215 W. 49th Street, financed by the Shuberts. Designed by Herbert J. Krapp, the theatre’s auditorium is unique in its diagonal orientation, designed to optimize limited square footage. Since 2003, the Ambassador has housed the 1996 revival of Chicago and its bevy of stars.
- Built: 1921
- Number of Seats: 1120
Owners
| Dates | Name | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 1973 - | The Shubert Organization, Inc. | Theatre Owner |
| Aug. 4, 1945 - Jun. 27, 1950 | Joseph and Sam Siritzky | Theatre Lessee |
| Nov. 14, 1941 - May 14, 1942 | Irving Maidman | Theatre Lessee |
| Oct. 20, 1931 - 1973 | The Shubert Organization | Theatre Owner |
| 1924 - Oct. 20, 1931 | Shubert Theatre Corporation | Theatre Owner |
| Feb. 11, 1921 - 1924 | Messrs. Shubert (Lee and J. J.) | Theatre Owner |
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Previous Shows at This Building
| Show | Opening Date - Closing Date | |
|---|---|---|
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Topdog / Underdog | April 7, 2002 - August 11, 2002 |
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Hedda Gabler | October 4, 2001 - January 13, 2002 |
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A Class Act | March 11, 2001 - June 10, 2001 |
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The Ride Down Mt. Morgan | April 9, 2000 - July 23, 2000 |
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It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues | September 9, 1999 - January 9, 2000 |
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You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown | February 4, 1999 - June 13, 1999 |
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Chicago | January 29, 2003 |
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Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk | April 25, 1996 - January 10, 1999 |
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Fool Moon | October 29, 1995 - January 7, 1996 |
|
Buttons on Broadway | June 8, 1995 - July 16, 1995 |
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