Samuel J. Friedman Theater
Samuel J. Friedman Theater, Theater in Midtown Manhattan, US
The Samuel J. Friedman Theater features neo-Renaissance architecture with terracotta and buff-colored brick facade, fluted pilasters, and a central entrance marquee.
Architect Herbert J. Krapp designed this theater, which opened in 1925 as the Biltmore Theatre and served as a CBS radio and television studio from 1952 to 1961.
The Manhattan Theatre Club operates this venue, presenting contemporary productions and fostering new theatrical works through their programming and educational initiatives.
Located at 261 West 47th Street, the theater contains 650 seats across two levels and maintains regular performance schedules throughout the theatrical season.
The Works Progress Administration utilized this theater during the 1930s for their Living Newspaper project, presenting current events through theatrical performances.
Location: Manhattan
Inception: 1925
Architects: Herbert J. Krapp
Capacity: 650
Address: 261 West 47th Street, New York, NY 10036
GPS coordinates: 40.76050,-73.98670
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:31
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