Longacre Theatre

Theater Broadway theatre in Manhattan, historic venue

A Broadway theatre in Midtown Manhattan that draws audiences for commercial plays and musicals, located in the theatre district near Times Square.

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The Longacre Theatre is a Broadway theatre in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, on West 48th Street in the heart of the theatre district. It opened in 1913 and has hosted plays and musicals since the early 20th century.

The auditorium is a single traditional theatre space used for commercial stage productions and can be configured for plays and musicals. Programming has ranged from long-running commercial shows to limited-engagement plays and special events.

The theatre was built as part of the early Broadway expansion and has operated continuously as a professional playhouse. Over time it has been adapted and renovated to meet modern production and audience requirements while retaining its role in the Broadway theatre community.

The Longacre sits between Broadway and Eighth Avenue in Manhattan, within walking distance of Times Square and other Broadway theatres. It is served by multiple subway lines and is a standard stop on theatre-district walking routes.

  • Opening and location: Opened in 1913 and located on West 48th Street in Manhattan's theatre district.
Longacre Theatre
232 West 45th Street, New York, NY 10036, United States
40.7604, -73.9858
Box office typically daily; performance times vary by show (matinee and evening schedules)
Ticket prices vary by performance and seat; typical adult range US$40-$150 depending on show and seating

How to Get to Longacre Theatre #

Located in Manhattan’s Theatre District; the nearest subway stations are Times Square-42 St (1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R) and 42 St-Bryant Park (B, D, F, M). Street parking is limited-use public transit.

Tips for Visiting Longacre Theatre #

  • Buy tickets in advance for popular shows-Matinees and evening performances often sell out.
  • The theatre sits in Manhattan's theatre district-arrive early to avoid queues and use nearby subway lines for easiest access.
  • Check the theatre's website or box office for latecomer policies and age restrictions for specific productions.

Best Time to Visit Longacre Theatre #

Longacre Theatre is a Broadway theatre on West 45th Street in Manhattan; programming and performance schedules follow Broadway and touring seasons.

Broadway Season (fall-spring)
Sep-May · -5-25°C (NY seasonal range)
Major premieres and runs; busier with tourists and theatre-goers.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 20-34°C
Tourist season with matinees and summer stock; some shows run reduced schedules or tours.

Weather & Climate near Longacre Theatre #

Climate

Longacre 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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