Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre
The Royale Theatre, designed by Herbert J. Krapp, opened January 11, 1927. In 1932, Broadway powerhouse producer John Golden leased the venue and renamed it for himself. Following his departure, the Shubert Organization purchased the theatre and briefly leased it to CBS Radio. In 1940 the theatre returned to legitimate theatre as the Royale Theatre. On May 9, 2005, the Shubert Organization renamed the theatre after long-time president Bernard B. Jacobs.
Read Full "At This Theatre"- Built: 1927
- Number of Seats: 1036
- Longest Running Show: Grease
- Performances: 2,623
- Stage Door: To the left when exiting the theatre. The stage door is at the loading dock labeled 270 W 45th St, across from Frankie & Johnnies Steakhouse. (Note: The Jacobs shares a stage door with the Majestic and Golden Theatres).
- Bathrooms:
Ladies: Lower level. Wheelchair-accessible restroom on orchestra level.
Mens: 7 urinals and 4 stalls including 1 handicapped accessible.
- Water Fountain: In the restrooms
Name History
Owner History
| Jan 1, 1973 - | The Shubert Organization | Theatre Owner/Operator |
| Dec 1, 1936 - Dec 6, 1939 | CBS | Theatre Lessee |
| Sep 26, 1934 - Dec 31, 1936 | John Golden | Theatre Lessee |
| Jul 3, 1929 - Oct 20, 1931 | Shubert Theatre Corporation | Theatre Owner/Operator |
| Jan 11, 1927 - Jul 3, 1929 | Irwin Chanin | Theatre Owner/Operator |
| Jan 11, 1927 - Jul 3, 1929 | Henry Chanin | Theatre Owner/Operator |
Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre
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- 242 W. 45th St.
Previews resume November 15 - 2021
- New York
- NY
- United States
- 242 W. 45th St.
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