Shoshana R.
Yelp
The Iconic Beacon Theatre!
This theatre will always hold a special place in my memory. While I've had the opportunity to view a variety of different acts and productions over the years, it's the first place I remember seeing a play/musical as a little girl.
However, The Beacon is not just important to me and my memory, it is actually a part of New York history. The interior, has been designated as a NYC landmark and listed on the National Registrar for historical places.
I recently had the opportunity to re-visited The Beacon Theatre to attend the live performance of comedian Ali Siddiq. Whom is a must see comedian from Houston. His storytelling is in a realm of its own, making both his performance and comedy top notch. Someone I truly enjoy and happy I had the opportunity to see Ali perform in person.
My recent visit highlighted that I have never penned a review for the this historic venue. The Beacon Theatre is the pure definition of old school, but old school that is still current and relevant. Located on the upper westside of Manhattan, The Beacon acts as a welcomed reprieve for us New Yorkers that don't always want to deal with the chaos of much larger venues.
Opened in the 1920's as a movie palace, by no means is the theatre small. There are three levels and almost 3,000 seats. The production of live performances began in the mid 60's and in the 70's the theatre was renovated to be a music venue. Ownership and mangement has changed multiple times of the years and there have been some failed attempts to change the theatre's use to accommodate things other than live entertainment. Nonetheless, the theatre has remained a live music venue and in the early 2000's Madison Square Garden Entertainment acquired it and manages the venue today.
The Beacon has hosted a plethora of different acts and productions in its history. I have personally lost count of how many times I've had the opportunity to check out different performances here over the years.
If you never been to The Beacon Theatre, it should be on your list of "MUST" if it's not already.
Just A Note:
For anyone visiting NY to attend The Beacon Theatre for a specific performer or just visiting NY to sightsee, The Beacon Hotel is at the same location.