Eugene O'Neill Theatre

Theater Broadway theatre in Manhattan hosting plays and musicals

Broadway theatre in Manhattan, New York, presenting plays and musicals; visitors come for professional theatre productions and midtown nightlife.

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The Eugene O’Neill Theatre is a Broadway theatre located in the Theater District of Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It is a commercial playhouse known for staging Broadway productions since its opening in the 1920s.

The auditorium seats roughly 1,100 people and features a proscenium stage with traditional theatrical amenities. The venue is used for commercial Broadway runs and is arranged for close audience sightlines and standard stagecraft.

Designed and opened in the 1920s, the theatre was later renamed to honor American playwright Eugene O’Neill. Over its history it has hosted a range of plays and musicals and undergone renovations to maintain audience facilities and stage systems.

Geographically the theatre sits in Midtown Manhattan’s Theater District, within walking distance of Times Square and other Broadway houses, and is served by multiple subway lines and city transport.

  • Capacity: Seating capacity is about 1,100 seats, making it one of the smaller Broadway houses suited to dramas and medium-scale musicals.
  • History and location: Originally opened in the 1920s and renamed for playwright Eugene O'Neill in the mid 20th century, the theatre is located in Manhattan's Theater District.
Eugene O'Neill Theatre
230 West 49th Street, New York, NY 10019, United States
40.7611, -73.9858
Box office hours vary by performance; typical evening performances 7:00-10:00pm
Ticket prices vary by production - typical Broadway range $70-$250+

How to Get to Eugene O'Neill Theatre #

The Eugene O’Neill Theatre is on West 49th Street in Manhattan’s Theatre District. It is a short walk from Times Square-42 St (42 St‑Times Sq) and well served by multiple subway lines (1, 2, 3, 7, A, C, E, N, Q, R, W). Taxis and walking are easy from nearby hotels and attractions.

Tips for Visiting Eugene O'Neill Theatre #

  • Check the theatre's official website or Broadway ticketing partners for current show schedules and box office hours.
  • Smaller Broadway theatres have intimate sightlines - choose seats with attention to stage access and sightlines rather than price alone.
  • The theatre's marquee photos are often updated to reflect current productions - use those for quick orientation when approaching the building.

Best Time to Visit Eugene O'Neill Theatre #

Broadway season peaks in autumn and winter; for better availability, look for weekday or matinée performances.

Fall/Winter theatre season
September-February · -5-10°C (winter), 10-20°C (fall)
Prime theatre season with new Broadway openings and the heaviest schedules.
Spring
March-June · 8-22°C
Award‑season shows continue and ticket availability can be slightly improved midweek.

Weather & Climate near Eugene O'Neill Theatre #

Climate

Eugene O'Neill Theatre's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1210 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (114 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 29°

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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