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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Longacre Theatre at a Glance#

Address: 232 West 45th Street, New York, NY 10036, United States

Website: https://www.longacretheatre.com/

Hours: Box office typically daily; performance times vary by show (matinee and evening schedules)

Admission: Ticket prices vary by performance and seat; typical adult range US$40-$150 depending on show and seating

About Longacre Theatre#

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.

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.

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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