American Airlines Theatre, New York City

Name: American Airlines Theatre
Address: New York City, United States
Telephone: +1 212-719-1300

#1155 among attractions in New York City

Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts

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Facts and practical information

The American Airlines Theatre, originally the Selwyn Theatre, is a Broadway theater at 227 West 42nd Street in the Theater District of Midtown Manhattan in New York City. Built in 1918, it was designed by George Keister and developed by brothers Edgar and Archibald Selwyn, for whom the theater was originally named. The theater is owned by the city and state governments of New York, under a lease to New 42nd Street. It has 740 seats across two levels and is operated by Roundabout Theatre Company. Since 2000, the theater has been named for American Airlines, which bought the theater's naming rights. ()

Alternative names: Capacity: 740Coordinates: 40°45'26"N, 73°59'17"W

Address

Midtown Manhattan (Theater District)New York City United States

Contact

+1 212-719-1300

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Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is American Airlines Theatre open?

American Airlines Theatre is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 8 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to American Airlines Theatre?

Nearby attractions include 229 West 43rd Street, New York City (1 min walk), Ripley's Believe It or Not - Times Square, New York City (1 min walk), Lyric Theatre, New York City (2 min walk), Helen Hayes Theatre, New York City (2 min walk).

How to get to American Airlines Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to American Airlines Theatre:

Bus

West 42nd Street & 7th Avenue • Lines: M42 (2 min walk)
200 West 42nd Street • Lines: M42 (3 min walk)

Metro

42nd Street–Port Authority Bus Terminal • Lines: A, C, E (3 min walk)
Times Square • Lines: S (4 min walk)

Train

New York Penn Station (14 min walk)
Pennsylvania Station (14 min walk)

Ferry

Midtown/West 39th Street (22 min walk)