Booth Theatre (1913) New York, NY | Playbill

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The Booth Theatre, designed by Henry B. Herts, opened October 16, 1913, at 222 W. 45th St. The venue is named for Edwin Booth, arguably the most prominent American actor of the 19th century.

  • Built: 1913
  • Number of Seats: 770
  • Longest Running Show: The Fear Market
  • Performances: 118
  • Stage Door: Exit the theatre by the 45th St. doors and turn right into Shubert Alley. The Booth Theatre's stage door is painted gold and marked "Stage Door."
  • Bathrooms: <p>Ladies: Basement level. 10 stalls. Unisex, wheelchair accessible restroom located on orchestra level.</p> <p>Men's" Basement level. 8 stalls. Unisex, wheelchair accessible restroom located on orchestra level.</p>
  • Concessions: Orchestra and basement levels.

Owner History

Jan 1, 1973 - "The Shubert Organization, Inc."
Oct 16, 1913 - Sep 30, 1932 Winthrop Ames
Oct 16, 1913 - Sep 30, 1932 Lee Shubert Theatre Owner
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