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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Eugene O'Neill Theatre at a Glance#

Address: 230 West 49th Street, New York, NY 10019, United States

Website: https://www.jujamcyn.com/theatres/eugene-oneill/

Hours: Box office hours vary by performance; typical evening performances 7:00-10:00pm

Admission: Ticket prices vary by production - typical Broadway range $70-$250+

About Eugene O'Neill Theatre#

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.

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.

Air Quality: AQI 36 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -4° - 4° -5° 96 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -
February - -3° - 5° -3° 77 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
March - 1° - 10° 2° 106 mm - - 4.9 m/s - -
April - 6° - 16° 11° 105 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -
May - 11° - 22° 16° 112 mm - - 4.1 m/s - -
June - 16° - 26° 21° 93 mm - - 3.9 m/s - -
July - 19° - 29° 24° 114 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
August - 19° - 28° 24° 109 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
September - 15° - 24° 20° 104 mm - - 3.7 m/s - -
October - 9° - 18° 14° 93 mm - - 3.9 m/s - -
November - 4° - 12° 6° 106 mm - - 4.4 m/s - -
December - -1° - 7° -1° 95 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -

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