Beacon Theatre

Absolutely love the Beacon Theatre! This historic venue is not only gorgeous, but the atmosphere is magical the moment you walk through the doors. The architecture and décor are stunning—there’s this old-world charm with modern comfort that makes every show feel like an event. The acoustics are phenomenal; no matter where you’re seated, the sound is crisp and clear. The staff is friendly, organized, and helpful, keeping everything running smoothly even on packed nights. Seating is comfortable, sightlines are excellent, and the energy of the crowd always feels electric. Every time I see a show at the Beacon Theatre, it feels special—whether it’s a concert, comedy show, or live event. It’s truly one of New York’s most iconic and unforgettable venues. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a memorable night out!

It's a beautiful theatre and organized, but if you end up in the balcony seats, the sound is awful. I recently went to see Theo Von for the first time, and I spent 90% of the show trying to understand what was being said. Great show, but I missed a lot of it. Please fix this beacon theatre.

This is a gorgeous 😍😍😍😍 theater. The inside is spectacular. Went here to see Paul Simon. A sold out show there wasn't an empty seat in the house. The show was fabulous. This place has bars where you can. Order a drink or a snack. Plus bathrooms. Would love to see another concert here. This place ranks a ten on a scale of one to ten. A++ experience. 💜 ❤️ 💜

I came here for a comedian show but was shocked at how incredible and beautiful the inside of the theater is! I would love to come back for another show. The staff is also really nice and friendly.

I’ve loved both times I’ve gone - lovely experience, great atmosphere, beautiful location I’ve been seated in the Orchestra section and the 2nd floor. Gotta say that the orchestra without a doubt was the best view! I’ll be keeping my eye out on future concerts and performances here as I really enjoy the venue.

Yeah Yeah YEAH'S hidden in pieces tour night 3 with my 13 year old riot grrrl was so surreal! It was our 1st time at a show here and it's beautiful the main lobby gets a little cuckoo we were in upper balcony 1 row J has a slight view obstruction which wasn't that bad. Popcorn and Liquid death Doctor death were nice. YYY's killed it! Great sound!

We recently attended a Gad Elmaleh show at the Beacon Theatre, a venue that is both typical and historic, well known in New York for its Art Nouveau design, high ceilings, and elegant atmosphere. The building itself is beautiful, with two balconies, richly decorated walls, and a large stage that sets the mood for a special evening. Entry & Organization Upon arrival, the entry process was a bit confusing. Security began scanning tickets almost an hour before the show, but instead of letting guests inside, everyone was left standing outside for another 30 minutes. Since the regular scanning system wasn’t working, staff used a phone app to check tickets, which slowed things down. This was uncomfortable and unnecessary, an area that could easily be improved by aligning scanning with actual entry. Once the doors did open, the atmosphere became much more professional and pleasant. Guests were greeted politely, went through a classic metal detector screening, and were then guided smoothly to their seats by attentive ushers. The process at this stage felt organized and respectful. Seating & Show Experience We had second-row seats, which made the evening especially memorable since it was for my wife’s birthday. From that vantage point, we were truly immersed in the show. The theater’s sound quality was excellent, and the view of the stage was perfect. The show itself started about 30 minutes late, which was slightly frustrating if you plan your evening tightly. However, there was a short premiere act before Gad’s set, which was a nice surprise and helped warm up the audience. When Gad Elmaleh finally took the stage, it was everything we had hoped for. His blend of French, Mediterranean, and North African humor was outstanding, and the crowd responded with energy and laughter. He also interacted directly with the audience, asking couples about their stories, my wife and I were picked, which made her birthday even more special. Amenities & Staff The facilities were very well maintained. Toilets were spotless, with attendants providing towel paper after washing your hands, a small but appreciated touch. Staff members were courteous and frequently encouraged everyone to “enjoy the show.” Security & Atmosphere One negative point was the heavy security presence inside. While it is understandable that staff must ensure no one records the performance, having a guard seated directly in front of the first row, facing the audience throughout the show, was distracting and slightly diminished the experience from where we sat. Overall Impression The Beacon Theatre remains a gem in New York’s cultural scene, offering a beautiful setting and high-quality sound for live performances. Despite a few organizational issues at entry and the overbearing presence of security in the front rows, the evening was unforgettable. The mix of the theater’s charm, Gad Elmaleh’s brilliant performance, and the special occasion made it a night to remember.

One of the most refreshing aspects of The Beacon Theatre is its audience. Here, people come to listen. There’s a communal reverence for the moment—phones stay out to capture the moment, conversations pause, and the music is given center stage. It’s a reminder of what live music is supposed to feel like: immediate, shared, and soul-stirring! “October Nights” Ro James, Tamar, October London!!!!!!! Amazing!

Came here for Ali Wong's show. Very fun! Chairs are little messed up. Drinks and snacks at the bar serving all the time during the show. The line to Women's bathroom is definitely long. Plan accordingly.

The Historical landmark, built in 1939, was originally a movie palace, showing 1 movie a week continuously from 11:30 am to 11:30 pm. It boasts high ceilings, a mural in the lobby area, arched doorways, chandeliers and 3 seating levels. It seats just under 3,000. I have seen several different types of shows at his venue (a lecture and music performances) and was seated in several different sections. I always had a good experience. This time was to see comedian Jim Gaffigan from the upper balcony seating. The view was pretty good. The seats are close together, but are comfortable enough with a bit more wiggle room and leg space compared to other venues ( like Carnegie Hall). Staff was pleasant and got everyone in relatively quickly and did not rush us out of the venue immediately after the show. Guided tours are also available. MSG now owns and operates this theater and they do use facial recognition, so just be aware if they have their mark on you!

We were here for John Oliver and Seth Myers. The ticket instructions told us to come one hour early for the security - which we arrived to find was practically non existent. (Like that meme of the minimum effort guy patting you down.). Then they told us we couldn't leave once we get in. So we had to sit around for one hour and buy their crazy overpriced vending machine snacks (twizzlers + tiny pretzels + bottle of water =20 bucks!). Whole experience is terrible. As someone who's seen lots of Broadway shows, I've never felt so shamelessly ripped off at a theater. Leaves a bad taste.

Very frustrating experience at the show. 75 minutes wasted waiting. I'm here to see Seth Myers show at 7:30pm on Sunday. Instructions recommendation is to arrive no later than 1 hour in advance for security. When we arrived, there was absolutely no security wait time. It's now 7:40pm and the show hasn't started. The food is mediocre at best. All liquid is over priced. It's like they required early arrival so people spend money waiting and not for any other adequate reason. The ambiance is nice and lively.

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.

Great venue. It's beautiful. We sat in the loge. I prefer the view to orchestra- great view of the band. The seats were comfortable and the HVAC worked well. The space was run very efficiently from the concessions to the bathrooms. There were lots of staff to ensure that things went efficiently. Lovely, atmospheric place to see music.

Came here about a month ago to see Trevor Noah! The theater is beautiful. The seats are comfy. The staff is helpful and friendly. The line for the bathroom was up the stairs. I understand it's an old theater but there has to be a way to bring in a portable trailer bathroom.

The Beacon theatre and I have have a very long relationship of decades I truly love this venue to see a show. First of all the building is beautiful designed inspired by the Renaissance, Ancient Roman, Ancient Greek, and Rococo styles in 1929, yes I know my history lol. NYC landmark. It's an amazing place to see a comedy or music nothing live an amazing live Rock concert yessss

I've been here several times over the past few decades. The first time I came here was back in the 90s when I took someone from my daycare to see The Wiggles. I've also seen Chris Daughtry here and a few weeks ago, Geddy Lee . It's a beautiful and historic venue. The venue is very easily accessible by the 72nd Street Subway station, which is 2 blocks away. They have many barricades set up outside to make the flow of the line orderly. I had balcony tickets for Chris Daughtry, but to my surprise, they upgraded me to a few rows from the stage! That's was delightful. Although, those seats up front are dreadful! So uncomfortable. I felt squashed the whole time. The seating is MUCH more comfortable in the balconies. I sat in the first balcony for Geddy Lee. I had a great view, even though I was sitting towards the back. The seats were soft and glorious. The acoustics are fantastic. It's very easy getting in and out of this place, no matter how crowded it is. I also noticed that they put out the unsold boxes of popcorn for people to take for free as they leave. That's a sweet deal right there! I definitely will be back if another one of my favorite artists plays here. I'll just stick to the balcony seating!

Gorgeous inside, seats are a bit wonky, but have good cushion. Very crowded in the lobby area. Theater is located next to 72nd station, convinient commute with 1 2 3 trains. Tickets are scanned outside the theater and security checks are swift. There a bunch of booth selling (alcohol) drinks, popcorns and candies. One booth for merchandise. One vending machine for buying drinks and water with self service. After a show ends, they open the side doors, so exit is fast and efficient.

I had a truly disappointing experience at the Beacon Theatre in NYC, and I feel compelled to share it. I attended an event there recently, and what should have been an enjoyable evening turned into a stressful situation due to the venue's poor handling of its bathroom facilities. Without any clear signage or prior notice, the women's bathroom was suddenly turned into a unisex bathroom for patrons. I, as a woman, was discriminated against when men were given preferential treatment and allowed to enter the restroom before me. When I attempted to enter, I was held back by an obstruction of a line of men being directed into the women's bathroom ahead of me who was already in line, even though the restroom was originally designated for women. This was both humiliating and incredibly frustrating. As a result of this mistreatment, I was forced to withhold from using a restroom for an extended period of time, which is not only uncomfortable but also posed serious health concerns. This type of treatment is unacceptable, and it marred what should have been an enjoyable evening at the Beacon Theatre. I hope the management takes this issue seriously, as no patron should have to go through such a demeaning experience. I won't be returning anytime soon and urge others to consider this before attending.

I recently went to see Chris Tucker at the Beacon theater. After all these years, it seems to be well kept and beautiful! I would show you pictures, but our phones were put into special cases upon entry. At the end of the night, we got them back with the assistance of a magnet. The place is pretty well run. The staff was responsive. The popcorn tastes like popcorn. There are water fountains. Good luck finding them. They sell refreshments.

Beacon Theatre wins as a one-man show venue. Jerry Seinfeld was at his best in this revered beautifully-restored venue. Staff were attentive and accommodating for disabled customers, even during the rush of this sold-out show.

Went to this theatre to see Brett Eldridge's Christmas show. The architecture of this theater is incredible and the show itself was fabulous. From the folks that scan your ticket for entry to the amazing lady that kept the restroom line moving- this venue is one you definitely need to see to appreciate.

Visited the theatre for a John Legend concert. Walking in the security is strict which is appreciated. The front lobby is small and gets packed very quickly, I recommend getting drinks anywhere either than the first floor. The bartenders are fast and the drinks were just as expected. There was an incident where someone had to be escorted out and security handled it very well and lowkey. If I weren't sitting right behind I wouldn't have even noticed.

Had a concert here and was glad I arrived early. Seats were decent and nice sound system. Didn't interact with concessions so no comments on service. Main downside was the restroom locations, I believe they were only on the 4th/top floor which for the ladies, made the wait long...only 4 stalls so you can imagine after a good show and drinks, there was a wait. Convenient location to trains at 72nd and Broadway.

Flew up here from Florida for a show (Michael McIntyre). Very nice theater. We sat in the balcony and the view was very good. Sound system and lighting were also very good. Drinks and food were a little on the high side but "hey this is NYC".

Wow, what a beautiful theatre! We saw Jerry Seinfeld and the show was great with good audio. The decor is gold everywhere with amazing woodwork, quite impressive! Unfortunately the restrooms are in the basement and small. Seats were comfortable.

Caught a comedian here on my last trip to NYC and it was my first time at this theater. First, it's not in the theater district (it's UWS) which is kind of nice so it's less crowded. Easy subway ride from our dinner location in midtown. Standard theater experience. Kind staff who were friendly and social with the patrons. I'm tall so I appreciated the amount of legroom in the seats.

I haven't been to this theater before, and it has been around for so long. So iconic. I can tell by the interior decorations and the ambiance of the place. I've noticed that even the carpeting hasn't been replaced and the bathroom is old school. They usually have comedians come here to perform. That's the reason why I went to see Seinfeld at his residency in nyc. The security process is very through so be sure to bring minimal things with you and no liquids. Which is just like an airport where they wand you + make you walk through a metal detector + search your belongings. Otherwise, everything was smooth. The bathrooms are either on the top balcony or lobby floor. They also have concession stands and merchandise booths on dedicated floors. All in all, I would go back. The ushers were nice enough and very knowledgeable.

Grand old place. May 2000 seats so bigger than most Broadway theaters. Saw Jackson Browne

I recently saw a show at the Beacon Theatre (Pat Metheny: Side Eye) and it was quite nice. The seats are very roomy and you have so much leg room. The seats are pitched well, meaning you'll get a good view to the stage without heads blocking your view. Bathrooms are in the basement and there are really nice and hype bathroom attendants. The theater itself is gorgeous and really feels like classic New York. We had seats in the Loge, Row 50, and they were very nice. The view was great.

This is a beautiful and intimate theater from the 1930s. It has been beautifully restored/maintained. Great views of the stage from every seat in the house. Getting in and out of the theater was a breeze. Concessions were plentiful on all levels. The area surrounding the theater is gorgeous with plenty of great restaurants nearby. I am going to look for other events to attend at this theater because it was such a pleasant experience.

This was my first time ever at the Beacon Theatre, I went there to see Ali Saddiq, and I was pleasantly surprised by how nice it was. Employees there were extremely helpful in helping the multitude of people find their seats. The theater was beautiful it resemble and opera theater that was portrait on tv, with the way it was designed. I had an amazing time visit again soon

In February I went to a Beacon Theatre for Jay Shettys event. Amazing show by the way! Everything was organized from the staff asking if you needed help to assisting you to where you had to go. I didn't find the theatre big compared to others but it was beautiful! The detail it had was very pretty! I didn't drink or eat while I was there so I'm Not sure how it went or how fast the lines moved. But would love to return to a Beacon Thestre for another event,

Here for John Cougar Mellencamp. This is a fantastic venue for a concert. It's beautiful and all the seats are so close

Such a beautiful classic theatre. With several bars and concessions on all levels. The lodge level which is the second floor had amazing views of the performance.

Beautifully decorated and ornate local theater on Broadway and 74th Street. Steps from the IRT 1, 2, and 3 trains (72nd Street station). I've been here a few times for some comedy shows and it's seating is comfortable and the rows are more leg room than your standard Broadway Theater. Great acoustics and stage room. There is a full bar on hand and a counter for souvenirs or show swag. Security is fully enforced, metal detectors and electronic ticket scanners on site. Very efficient. Multiple floors (3 in total) and there are entrances on Broadway and Amsterdam Avenues. Overall, a nice venue.

Went to see Jerry Seinfeld here with some friends and also saw the Steve Miller band some years ago. The theatre is about a 100 years old and has a sort of ancient Roman vibe to it. It's beautiful and classy . It's not a huge theatre , it's got 3 levels and all the sight lines are very good . As opposed to some of the theaters on Broadway , the seats are not as cramped and they are very comfortable . It's one of my favorite places to see a show . Give it a try .

Awesome venue! My first time at this epic theater. Came in tonight together with other co-workers to watch Hall and Oates concert. The event has been one of the best I'd been. My seat is just 10 rows away from the stage. Small theater that eventually keep beautiful acoustics. Nice architecture of the building inside and out. The ambiance brought a good vibes to all. I am glad to finally visit this historic place. They have implemented a systematic flow of admitting everyone. Going in did not take us long. They followed the protocol of checking the vaccine card and an ID for each one. It is not mandated to put on mask once inside but I kept it the whole time. People gathered around the concession while waiting to start the show unfortunately blocking the entry way to the theater. People blocking too the way to the rest room. They should have positioned the bar a bit far from the doorways. Looking for a parking on a weekend on nighttime is a struggle. We should have take a public transportation or come earlier instead. Over all, a good experience.

A beautiful theater to say the least. We sat in the lodge section - comfortable seating. Angle of rows is such that you have a clear view to the stage - no head blocking if you will. Acoustics are great as John Mellencamp's music came in loud and clear. Service employees were polite and helpful. Bar and snack areas easily available for convenience. Plenty of service as lines moved quickly. The theater overall is very well managed. Bathroom area however is a bit congested - need improvement there. Overall - A great experience - A solid show!

A beautifully ornate theater! All the intricate details make you feel like you're in the Gilded Age. The theater is smaller than most, but it made for a more intimate show. Our seats on the lower balcony had a good view of the stage and the overhead decor.

I've been to about a dozen shows at this theatre over the years and have always had an excellent experience. Most recently I saw Bono's Stories of Surrender. I like the ambiance of the venue and the size is so much more intimate than an arena concert. The staff have always been helpful and polite. I never purchase food or drinks at the shows because the prices are extravagant, so I can't speak to their quality. The best kept secret is the ladies room in the basement. It never has long lines! Definitely one of the best places to see a concert in NYC.

Just in town last Wednesday and saw Bono: Stories of Surrender at the Beacon. Theatre is gorgeous in its architecture. Staff was very organized and things ran very smoothly including the locking of devices in Yondr pouches. Not only was the staff very organized, but they were also very friendly and approachable from the ushers to the bartenders. Love coming to see shows in this venue!

Beautiful old theater horribly run by Jim Dolan. Lined up early ahead of the Seinfeld show on 1/12 and missed the entire opening act because the painfully slow line to get in was being funneled through only 2 ancient metal detectors; apparently to give Dolan's Orwellian facial recognition technology (cameras everywhere over the giant line) time to pick out people who have offended Dolan. Stay away from the Beacon while Dolan owns it.

Good lobby area for concessions and fast will call service. Bathroom is on the second floor with no speakers which is unfortunate.

What a gorgeous theater!!!! This past week was our second time coming here. We came here several years ago to see Third Day and Michael W. Smith. This time we came to see DARIUS!!!!!! The theater is pretty small for NYC standards... If you aren't on the ground floor, it is very very hard to see the stage, especially if the performers go to the edge. Also, please note that the seats are very very tiny!!!!! My pregnant wife couldn't fit into the seat at all... I am much bigger than her, and I did not fit either. So please keep that in mind when coming here. They have light snacks and drinks on every floor, so unless you want souvenirs, go to your area, and you can get your snacks there!!! The theater inside is absolutely gorgeous!!! You can feel the history when you walk in there. If you are anywhere but the first floor, you can't see the front 20% of the stage unless you lean over... So keep that in mind!!! Also, please note that the steps going to the first floor and 2nd floor are a bit taller and shorter than what you would normally be used to! So keep that in mind. All in all, this theater is great for small-medium size artists! It is the perfect theater for them!

The Beacon Theatre is an expertly managed and beautiful venue. Definitely worth it to see someone live The staff are friendly and efficient and get you where you need to be in record time compared to other venues in the city. A definite go

Place is awesome to go watch a comedy show or a concert. I go to playa betty's across the street and then love the beacon

The theatre is beautiful. It was much smaller than I expected, but big enough to hold a large crowd. I was in row V of the orchestra and still felt like I had an amazing view and the sounds were incredible. The lines to go in moved pretty quickly, and there were a ton of concession stands which made those lines short and quick. Of course concessions were expensive, but I expected nothing less of a theatre in New York City. One thing worth mentioning is that the theatre gets COLD when it's cold outside. Almost everyone was bundled up in their jacket trying because the orchestra was getting a constant breeze from the doors to the outside. Despite the cold, the theatre was beautiful and it was an amazing experience.

This was my first time to get in to Beacon theatre. I went to this historic theatre with my wife to watch a performance of Daryl Hall and John Oates. We arrived 30 minutes early but we have decided to already get in to the venue, ticket processing was easy as most of the time they check tickets through QR codes. QR code system is a way to prevent traffic during influx of people prior to the show, a slight problem that I have noted was the small space for the concession stand which is situated immediately after you have cleared the ticketing which results to congestion of people in that small area. Even though they just have a few ushers, it was really not that much of a necessity as it is very easy to locate your seat number in the theatre. Ambiance/architecture of the theatre is superb and elegant, they have kept and maintained the theatre neat and clean. Acoustics were fantastic. View of the stage while seated was acceptable, a few times the person seated in front of me is blocking what I was watching, the way how the rows of seats were arranged were not inclined enough. In this theatre, viewers were allowed to bring their drinks to their seats, so people are frequently getting up to replenish their drinks which leads to a distraction to the viewers while the show is going on. A theatre is just as good as how it is being managed. The good thing is I really enjoyed the performance and music of Hall and Oates. Physically, the theatre is amazing.

Incredibly rude and abrasive security. Horrible customer service. The front aesthetic looks more like a bank office than a theater. I've also never seen a more geriatric crowd at a concert in my life. This theater attracts uptown jerks, jerks very similar to the security guards here. I will make sure to go to Kings Theater for now on. Will never be back to this dump of a joke.

Great acoustics - lovely theatre. I wish they had room for more bathrooms! All in all, a nice experience!

Every seat is decent and the acoustics are good. Charming venue. Would definitely go there again.

It's a beautiful uptown theater, the decor was lovely! I mean the inside was truly a piece of architectural wonder!! I came for a private concert and had a great time. The staff lovely but sneak in your flask!!! A must do if you get the chance.

This is my first time ever to a theatre show and I was here for Russell Peters - Act your age comedy show. Overall. It was a super hit. The show was fun and amusing. The theatre overall was very organized - they validated your vaccination card and ID at entrance. Then scanned your ticket and your inside in no time. You could pickup a popcorn and few snacks at the stalls. The theatre had beautiful architecture, great sound and lighting setup which enhanced the overall show experience.

Went to see The Read live at the Beacon Theater. Very lovely theater! Easy to access with parking around. The lines moved quickly to get inside. I sat in the upper balcony. The seats were a little tight but the view was great. I enjoyed my experience.

Wow! What a gorgeous theatre... by far my favorite and ive been to a lot! Super beautiful, I went to see Ali Wong and they had such a cool cell phone detention process, I learned something new. Drinks were good - I had the rose and it definitely worked. Prices were actually decent, I was surprised!

Nice venue for a show on the upper west side for concerts and other performances. Nice decor inside - chandeliers and all. Seating is good as there is sufficient leg room compared to most other theaters. Ushers are there to guide you to your seats. Concessions stands on every level. A bit pricey...but so is every theatre... Restrooms are located on the balcony and lower levels. Make sure you have tickets ready and bags opened as you go through security checks. Was here for the Limitless Tour - a great show put on by Shin Lim and Colin Cloud...2 hours of fun with intermission and sufficient time to get back to your seats. Train station is only a couple blocks away...there are also restaurants nearby if you want to eat before the show...