Lyceum Theatre

149 W. 45th Street, Manhattan
Opened 1903
~922 seats
Broadway's oldest continuously operating legitimate theater

Overview

The Lyceum holds a title no other Broadway house can claim: continuously operating as a legitimate theater since 1903, making it older than every other working Broadway venue. Its Beaux-Arts facade with six Corinthian columns and twin marble staircases have made it a NYC landmark since 1974 (the first Broadway theater so designated). One of Broadway's smaller houses, it has found a lasting niche hosting small-cast plays, comedies, and intimate musicals.

Notable Shows

  • Oh, Mary! (current)
  • "Master Harold"...and the Boys
  • The Scottsboro Boys
  • A century-plus of small-cast plays and comedies

History

Built in 1903 by producer-manager Daniel Frohman in the Beaux-Arts style (architects Herts & Tallant), the Lyceum is Broadway's oldest continuously operating legitimate theater and was the first Broadway house granted NYC landmark status, in 1974. Frohman's personal apartment above the theater, with a hidden window overlooking the stage, now houses the Shubert Archives.

Seating at a Glance

TierSectionPrice LevelWhy Choose
Best OverallCenter Orchestra (Rows A–D)$$$$Maximum proximity in a genuinely small theater
Great ValueOrchestra (Rows F–K)$$$Great value
Most AffordableRear Mezzanine / Balcony$Best value in the house

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Accessibility

Mezzanine reached via stairs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seats does the Lyceum Theatre have?

The Lyceum Theatre has approximately 922 seats.

What are the best seats at the Lyceum Theatre?

Center Orchestra (Rows A–D) generally offers the best overall experience — maximum proximity in a genuinely small theater. For a lower price with a strong view, Orchestra (Rows F–K) is a popular alternative.

Is the Lyceum Theatre wheelchair accessible?

Mezzanine reached via stairs.

What shows have played at the Lyceum Theatre?

Oh, Mary! (current); "Master Harold"...and the Boys; The Scottsboro Boys.