Orpheum Theatre, Theater venue in East Village, Manhattan, United States.
The Orpheum Theatre contains 347 seats arranged in an interior layout that creates proximity between performers and spectators during shows.
Opening its doors in 1904, the Orpheum Theatre began as Player's Theatre and served the Second Avenue Jewish Rialto during the rise of Yiddish performances.
The theater staged numerous productions including Cole Porter's Anything Goes, Little Shop of Horrors, and hosted Stomp for an extended 29-year engagement.
Located at 126 Second Avenue, the theater stands near Astor Place subway station, with multiple bus lines stopping within walking distance.
The venue maintains its original architectural elements while incorporating modern technical systems for lighting and sound production requirements.
Location: Manhattan
Inception: 1904
Official opening: 1904
Capacity: 347
Address: 126 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10003
GPS coordinates: 40.72839,-73.98771
Latest update: May 11, 2025 18:47
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