Ambassador Theatre - Summer 2016

Ambassador Theatre

219 W. 49th St., New York, NY
Seats (approximate)
1125
Built
1921

ABOUT THIS THEATRE

Previously
known as
Previously known as
New Ambassador Theatre
Ambassador Theatre
Description
Herbert J. Krapp, architect. Built by the Shuberts, who sold it in 1935. Combined legit theatre, radio, and television from 1935 until 1956, when the Shuberts re-bought it for legit use.

To learn more about the history of the Ambassador Theatre, see historical information provided by the Shubert Organization and Spotlight on Broadway's video on the Ambassador Theatre.
Media
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LIST OF PRODUCTIONS

  • New Ambassador Theatre
    Renamed after renovation
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    Named 1980 (1)
    Named 1980 (1)
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    Goodbye Fidel
    Apr 23, 1980 - Apr 26, 1980
    Written by Howard Sackler
    Play Original
    Play Original