Hudson Theatre

Hudson Theatre is a theatre building in Manhattan, United States, with three tiers of seating and Beaux-Arts decorations in tan brickwork. The interior shows gilded ornaments, curved balconies, and a large stage area with period fixtures.

The opening took place on October 19, 1903, with a performance of Cousin Kate featuring Ethel Barrymore under the management of Henry B. Harris. In the late 1950s, the room served briefly as a television studio before later returning to live stage productions.

The building takes its name from English explorer Henry Hudson, who sailed up the river in 1609. Visitors today watch contemporary stage productions and occasional special events in this room with classical interior design.

The orchestra level offers wheelchair access, and hearing assistance is available during all performances. Visitors find the entrance inside the Millennium Hotel on 44th Street between Broadway and Sixth Avenue.

In the 1980s, the Millennium Times Square Hotel was built around the theatre, so the old room now sits inside a modern hotel complex. This approach allowed the preservation of the historic spaces amid ongoing urban development.

Location: Manhattan

Inception: October 19, 1903

Official opening: 1903

Capacity: 970

Address: 141 W. 44th Street, New York, NY 10036

Website: https://thehudsonbroadway.com

GPS coordinates: 40.75690,-73.98470

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:24