Teatro Puerto Rico

Teatro Puerto Rico was a music hall in the South Bronx that presented Spanish-language performances, films, and events for the Latino community of New York. The venue had the facilities to accommodate theater productions, film screenings, and live music shows, drawing regular audiences from across the city.

The building opened in 1923 as the Forum Theater before being transformed into a venue for Puerto Rican entertainment during the 1940s. After decades of operation, it closed permanently in 1996 due to financial difficulties.

The venue hosted live performances where Latin American artists showcased music and dance acts for the local community. These shows served as gathering places for people to celebrate their heritage and connect with others sharing the same roots.

The theater was located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of the South Bronx and was accessible by public transportation. The surrounding area was busy with other local shops and restaurants nearby.

After its transformation, the theater gained notice by showing films from Mexico alongside Puerto Rican content. This programming made it an important gathering place for different Hispanic communities across the city who felt represented.

Location: New York

Inception: February 1923

Address: 490 East 138th Street, Bronx, NY 10454

GPS coordinates: 40.80780,-73.91920

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:28