Winter Garden Theatre Theater
Broadway theatre hosting musicals in Manhattan
Broadway house in Midtown Manhattan known for large-scale musicals and long-running productions; visitors come for Broadway shows and historic stage architecture.
Winter Garden Theatre at a Glance#
Address: 1634 Broadway (at West 50th Street), New York, NY 10019, USA
Website: https://www.nederlander.com/venues/winter-garden-theatre
Hours: Box office hours vary with performance schedules; typically 10:00am-8:00pm on show days
Admission: Varies by performance; typical Broadway tickets US$50-$250+
About Winter Garden Theatre#
Winter Garden Theatre is a Broadway theatre in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, located on 50th Street in the Broadway theatre district. It is a large, commercial theatre venue that hosts major-scale musical productions.
The auditorium is configured for large musicals and theatrical presentations and is one of the theatres regularly listed on Broadway playbills; public access is via street-level entrances and the venue operates on a ticketed, performance schedule. Backstage and stage facilities are arranged to support touring and resident large-cast productions.
Built in the early 20th century as part of the development of Broadway’s theatre district, it has been used continuously for live theatre and large entertainments and has undergone renovations to update audience and stage facilities. Over time the theatre has hosted a wide range of musical and theatrical productions that are emblematic of Broadway’s commercial theatre history.
The theatre sits in Midtown Manhattan, within walking distance of Times Square and major subway lines, making it highly accessible to visitors and theatregoers from across New York City and beyond.
- Location: Located in Midtown Manhattan on 50th Street where Broadway and Seventh Avenue intersect the theatre district.
How to Get to Winter Garden Theatre#
The Winter Garden Theatre is in Times Square, Midtown Manhattan. Nearest subway stations: 49th-50th Sts-Rockefeller Center (B/D/F/M), 50th St (1), and Times Sq-42nd St (multiple lines). Walkable from most Midtown hotels; many visitors combine a theatre visit with an evening in the Times Square area.
Tips for Visiting Winter Garden Theatre#
- Buy tickets in advance through official sellers (Telecharge/TodayTix/Nederlander) to avoid scams.
- If attending a matinee, the Times Square area is less crowded earlier - show-run crews often allow line entry 30-60 minutes before curtain.
- Check for rush or standing-room tickets at the box office on the day of performance for reduced prices.
Best Time to Visit Winter Garden Theatre#
A Broadway theatre in Manhattan's Theatre District with a storied performance history and frequent large-scale musicals.
Weather & Climate near Winter Garden Theatre#
Winter Garden 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.
| 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 | - | - |
