New Amsterdam Theatre

The New Amsterdam Theatre is a performance venue on West 42nd Street with a seating capacity of around 1,700 spread across three levels. The building combines Art Nouveau and Beaux-Arts architectural features with handcrafted details from the early 1900s.

The building was constructed in 1903 by architects Herts & Tallant and served as the main stage for Ziegfeld Follies from 1913 to 1927. It later became a cinema until receiving landmark status in 1983.

The theatre takes its name from the historic Dutch settlement and features ornate interior decorations created by artists working in the early 1900s.

The building sits on Times Square and is easily reached by subway with multiple lines serving the area. Visiting during off-peak hours helps you notice the architectural details and interior decoration more clearly.

The theatre includes a rooftop performance space called the Aerial Gardens accessible by elevators from the main lobby. This hidden space extends the venue's capabilities and provides an unexpected way the building is used.

Location: Manhattan

Inception: 1903

Architects: Henry Beaumont Herts

Official opening: October 26, 1903

Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture, Beaux-Arts

Capacity: 1747

Website: https://newamsterdamtheatre.com

GPS coordinates: 40.75611,-73.98778

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:23