Teatro Puerto Rico, Theater venue in Mott Haven, South Bronx, United States
Teatro Puerto Rico operated as a music hall featuring Spanish-language performances, films, and community events for the Latino population of New York City.
The theater began its journey in February 1923 as the Forum Theater before transforming into a dedicated space for Puerto Rican entertainment in the 1940s.
The venue presented la farándula performances, combining music and vaudeville acts from Latin American artists, including Tito Rodriguez and Ramito Ramos.
Located in the South Bronx neighborhood, the theater provided regular Spanish-language entertainment until its final closure in 1996 due to financial difficulties.
During its peak in the 1948, Teatro Puerto Rico attracted Hispanic audiences from across Greater New York with its mix of live performances and Mexican cinema.
Location: New York
Inception: February 1923
Address: 490 East 138th Street, Bronx, NY 10454
GPS coordinates: 40.80780,-73.91920
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:13
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