James Earl Jones Theatre

The theater is incredibly cool, and regardless of your seating location, you’ll have a fantastic view (except for the balconies). I recently attended a play called “Real Women Have Curves,” and I can’t describe how deeply special it was to me. The cast, including Tatiana, Justina, Florencia, and everyone else, is incredibly talented. I’m already planning to go back for another viewing, and I highly recommend this play to everyone. The theater may be small, but it’s very nice.

Theater is beautiful, staging was lovely and bathrooms were clean and fast moving. Those are the good parts of my review. From the first usher and every other usher seemed very aggressive and down right rude. Been to hundreds of shows on and off Broadway but have never encountered such a rude staff of ushers. Everyone’s ticket was scrutinized by 3 different ushers before being seated as though we all snuck in and the tone and volume used by staff was unbelievable. The line for the bar was ridiculously long. I loved the show Real Women have Curves but don’t think I will purchase a ticket to this theater anytime soon. I witnessed atleat 3 times ushers threaten ticket holders and mention calling security. Absolutely need new training from the top down.

Musical: 5 Theater: 4 Happen to score lottery tix on a Friday night to catch REAL Women Have CURVES. The “parking Gods” were on our side because we lucked up on parking and had ample time to stop for a bite to eat. The James Earl Jones Theatre renamed in his honor in 2022, becoming only the 2nd theatre to be named after a legendary African American theatrical actor/actress. Built in 1912 the three level theatre’s interior and facade are designated as NYC landmarks. With the typical tight seats and minimum leg room, I always find the tight seating perplexing, yes people are generally larger in size now than in the 1800's and even 1900's. However, at that time the arts were exclusively for the elite and wealthy. Historically speaking the women wore dresses with an abundance of layers and excess fabric. Not to mention huge petticoats under their skirts. How did they sit??? Nonetheless, I digress. Now for the show... We honestly did not know what to expect and happy to say we thoroughly enjoyed the performances by the entire cast. The music was catchy and the script had touches of humor that were appreciated. Sad to say that hard working immigrants who come to the US still live under the same fears, probably even more now in 2025, thanks to the person Americans re-elected to office. SMH. Nonetheless, we really enjoyed the show. Just A Note: Bottle water allowed but no outside food.

This is a small to medium sized theatre. There are aisles on the inside and outside which is always a plus. Nice venue, good sound. My consistent issue is leg room as a tall person. The picture was taken from the next to last row of the theatre, orchestra seat.

This was a beautiful theater with updated bathrooms. Seats are still in their traditional Broadway fashion but I did not have issues seeing over anyone's heads.

This was my first time in this theater, and we were in the Orchestra section and found the seats comfortable and not too crowded. The setting was very nice and ornate. The play, however, was not so good. Left on tenth is just a cathartic romp by the author on their personal experience.

One really nice theater as far as renovations and modern look and feel. The seating is really steep but able to see the stage even up at the highest level. Like most theatre seating is tight and small. Absolutely would see another performance here!

The theater is beautiful. Real Women have curves was excellent. That was the show I saw at this theater recently. The seats were comfortable, but I wasn't happy with the leg room as a tall person.

Love me a theater that is spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated. This was my first time at the James Earl Jones Theatre. The staff and security made the check in process quick and seamless. The venue itself isn't huge, but it still holds a lot of charm, elegance, and character. It has three levels, which is the perfect size. The seats are comfortable with ample leg room. There really isn't a bad seat in the house; you'll get a good view at any angle. The acoustics and lighting are solid. The bathrooms are newly renovated with a good amount of stalls - thank goodness. I came here to see the Broadway play Left on Tenth by Delia Ephron. I'm a sucker for romantic comedies, so this was the play for me. The story is so well written with a plot that will pull at anyone's heartstrings. The actors and actresses did an amazing job. The set designs were simple, but just enough to set the tone for the story. I laughed and cried with the audience. It's definitely a "feel good" type of play that will leave you feeling hopeful and touched.

Probably one of the best theaters I've visited. I was here for Delia Ephron's "Left on Tenth." A beautiful play that got me so emotional, unexpectedly. Me and the woman sitting next to me were crying like babies. Despite knowing her fate IRL, I still was left in a puddle of tears. The seats were comfortable and the theater is just beautiful. I always remind myself to look up because sometimes the ceiling is beautifully decorated with some sort of artwork. The staff were all helpful.

Came to the James Earl Jones Theater, in order to enjoy the play, Left on Tenth. This is one of the nicest Broadway theaters I've attended. The chairs are very comfortable, the theater is clean, beautifully decorated, and the space between the rows are wide. The play will stir up many emotions and the TRUE story will leave a lasting impression. The performers put on an award winning production and I hope that everyone will be able to enjoy this fine play.

I came here to see the play "Left on Tenth" written by Delia Ephron. It stars Julianna Margulies and Peter Gallagher. It was wonderful. It does not have an intermission - goes about 100 minutes. The play leaves you feeling good. The theatre has been redone because the restrooms are modern. I was very lucky and when I was leaving the theatre the stars were coming out - I got a selfie with Julianna Margulies - I was so happy. I have followed her career for years through "ER" and more!

I came here to see the Broadway show "Heart of Rock and Roll". Before that, "Gutenberg the Musical" was playing here. In fact, this is an older theater that has been home to lesser known Broadway shows. That's because it is on the smaller side compared to other theaters, with only 1,092 seats. However, because of that, it is more intimate and the view even from the cheaper sections is fine. The architecture of this 100 plus year old place is beautiful too. It has a neoclassical design with very ornate walls and ceilings.

Note: Don't bring any food or leftovers, you will be requested to dump your food. This theater is on W. 48 St between 6th &7th Aves (almost the middle of the block). It's a medium sized theater. The theater is older and is being renovated with some newer technology. For Heart of Rock and Roll, you wait in line to go through the metal detector. Afterwards, you either go into the theater or you wait in a second line to pick up your tickets. It's not very efficient, since the ticket pickup line can build up and you need to move out of the way of the patrons going into the theater. We were seated on the balcony level, right side in Row C. Luckily we were able to see the whole set. If we were in the last 2 seats of the row, it would have been a partial view with obstruction. The seats were comfortable though not brand new seats though it's a bit tight so I recommend you don't bring extra bags. Take note of how the set is before you decide on your seats and purchase your tickets. If you line the Huey Lewis and the News, you would like or recognize the songs. The storyline is often predictable though still a fun time. Didn't go to the restrooms, so couldn't comment on how they are. There is a background on the first floor for photo opportunity. There is a small stand that sells the show's merchandise. Enjoy!

Heart of Rock n ROLL was alot of fun, full of nostalgic dress & music. The theater & staff were very orderly & there isn't a bad seat in the place. Matinee show at 2 with my hubby, good times.

I've never been to this theater before, so I'm glad that I was able to experience this venue by going for a fun Broadway show. The ushers were nice and very informative. But they did repeat a lot of stuff, which wasn't necessary. I didn't know there was an orchestra, balcony, and mezzanine section. It's quite large as I looked up from below. I'm not sure if there are restrooms on top, but there is one ground level. You can buy drinks as there's a bar along with merchandise on the main level too. I would like to watch another show from this theater.

Loved this theater for its design, intimate seating and fun perks--like concessions being sold right in the theater. Talk about convenience! Also, so many parts of the theater seem new and upgraded...like the elevator to the basement restrooms. Loved the photo opp cut-out that they had for Gutenberg the Musical! Absolutely loved Gutenberg the Musical, too! Couldn't have picked a better choice of a Broadway play to see. So much energy and so much fun! A must see in a great venue!

This theater, with a capacity of 1,092, opened in 1912 as The Cort Theater. The western annex, measuring 35 feet wide, was built between 2021 and 2022. The annex is about 74 feet tall, with five stories; the elevator shaft in the annex rises to 80 feet. The annex is connected to the existing theater via new door openings. The annex has restrooms and bars on each level and has windows with views of West 48th Street. Alas, the seats in the mezzanine are narrow, with little leg room for someone who is 6'3".

The James Earl Jones Theater, in the heart of midtown Manhattan, is a beautiful theater. I saw Gutenberg here, and it was a funny, well-put-together, 2-man show. I'm a fan of Olaf, I mean Josh Gad, so I was happy for an opportunity to see him in person doing his thing. Gotta love Broadway shows, especially in historic theaters!

I actually did come here about two months ago to see The Heart of Rock & Roll. The play was pretty good and seats were not too uncomfortable like some Broadway seats can be. Corey Scott did a great job here but too bad the overall run was just not a bit longer. Glad I did have time to check this out on Broadway though.

This was a wonderful theater! We came here to see Gutenberg! in January and we had an amazing time. The theater is beautiful and it fosters a very close and cozy atmosphere. Gutenberg! was an absolutely fantastic show and the acoustics in the theater were great. The seats were also very comfortable and we had a really great show overall!

Recently came to the theater to see The Sign on Sidney Brustein's Window and really loved this theater! You can tell it's been recently remodeled as it's quite modern throughout. Staff was really nice and helpful. I saw in the Orchestra area and really liked my seat and view. I appreciate that they let you know leave the theater in case you need to use the restroom and return to your seat. The sound was great and view was awesome so no complaints on my end! It was easy to find seating and the bathrooms were clean and spacious. You can purchase some snacks and beverages. Would definitely return to this theater!

Annoying theater geek here. I haven't been back here since the remodel and renaming. I went to see The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window and the only thing that can get my dorky heart racing like seeing my celeb crush Oscar Isaac up close is seeing a renovated theater. It. Is. Gorgeous. Lots of bathrooms available, wide open space, and I just felt less cramped here in general. I'm short as hell and I can't believe how tight some seats are, even if you're petite. Ushers and security guards very kind with providing information m and the concession stand was definitely hopping during my matinee! And an elevator was available!! Amazing. As the child of a wheelchair user who's also an avid theater fan, I am always looking for inclusive spaces for those who may not be able-bodied. It definitely looked new and improved but didn't wash away what it looked like as the Cort. So cool to be in a space named after a living legend!

This theatre is adorable and super accessible. The seats are definitely bigger than most New York City Theaters. It's not the biggest theatre but it has a lot of charm and it was recently renovated. We saw Gutenberg today, which I would highly recommend. Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells are the best of the best.

First time at the James Earl Jones theater. Came to see The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window. Positives. The theater was beautiful, having been freshly renovated. Gorgeous woodwork, chandeliers, and lobbies. Loved the massive wall flowers. The bathrooms were impeccably clean. Ushering was well organized by an efficient staff, successfully herding persons into their appointed seats. Downsides. The side doors were opened a few times during sensitive spots in the show. There were no curtains to block out the light so that was a bit distracting. So was a walkie-talkie going off a couple of times at the sound booth behind us. Always things to improve on. And for comic relief during a tense moment, somebody's Siri asked the stage actors to repeat themselves. If they'd read the etiquette section of the playbill, they'd know you're supposed to turn your phones off. Completely off before the show. Mmm hmm. Like I did. And I missed my chance to take a picture of the actors during the encore. Boo. The bars were beautifully decorated but priced a bit on the high side. It was $18 for an ok glass of wine, and if you don't need any more souvenir lidded cups like myself, skip it. I'd suggest going out for cocktails beforehand. It is New York City and there are 10 great bars within a stones throw from anywhere. Then show up ready to stay in your seat. For someone that's mildly afraid of heights, walking up and down the steep steps could be quite challenging. Or maybe just avoid the balcony. On to the show. Wasn't sure what to expect, but I've been on set a couple times with Rachel Brosnahan and grew up in Miami just like Oscar Isaac did for a bit, so I felt a special connection. Julian De Niro is also in it. The show started with some racy undressing, and ended with profound enlightenment for the two main characters. It touched on corrupt politics, marriage issues, racism, drug and alcohol addiction, family that meddles, failure, adultery, suicide, homophobia, prostitution, pretty much anything and everything that was a shocking issue when Lorraine Hansberry's play had its first run back in the 60's. And as history goes, every one of these problems has come full circle to being prominently important again today. I could relate to a good bit of storyline and the feelings it conjured within. I was moved to alternately laugh and get teary eyed at various times during the show. That means it did its job. I was content. It was still wet and cold outside, so I wasn't gonna stand around and wait to see the actors come out, but I got lucky. Glenn Fitzgerald, the actor that played Dave, was hopping on his bike next to me as I was leaving. He gladly let me take a picture with him. Then gave me subway directions. That was sweet. It was a good night!

On the one hand it's a gorgeous renovation. I thought it was a newly built theater! But I had balcony seats which were torture. I ended up standing in the back: - I'm just 5' 7" with size 9 mens shoes, but the balcony seating was so cramped that I could not even keep my feet pointed forward. Far worse than the worst airline seating. - Sound was garbled to my ear, in the balcony, which ... I don't understand why they could not have higher sound quality in the year 2023. Otherwise the theater was wonderful. So, how many stars should I give? Overall a wonderful theater with balcony seating that is torture. They should take the person who designed that seating and force them to sit in the seat 8 hours per day, every day, until they BEG for the opportunity to do a redesign.

One of the more comfortable and updated Broadway Theaters. Bathrooms are located on the lower level and were kept clean however the bar continued to have a long line. Glad to see that concessions makes its way out to the house to help control some of the long lines. Easy in and out and seats were moderately comfortable and spaced. Good acoustics overall.

The seats are completely uncomfortable--I had to leave and sit in the vestibule--they would not accommodate me I any way. I will not ever return to this theater! Gutenberg itself was good 3.5/5-good actors, but not the greatest show we've seen.

The theater facts: Cute, small and intimate theater where most seats can offer a good view. Some sections (example side orchestra) will obstruct view due to the direct overhang of the box seats. The seats need replacement since they're not too comfortable and old. No lobby and just a few restroom stalls in the ladies' washroom. The production: Derrin Brown's Secret. From the UK, Derrin Brown is an illusionist and a psychological mentalist. The show was unlike any I've seen on Broadway. Without giving away any spoilers, it was interactive, engaging and will leave you wondering how he figured things out. He was quite amazing! It was a 2 1/2 hour production with one 15 minute intermission. I very much enjoyed it. This production was highly entertaining and since it is a limited engagement running through January 4th, I definitely recommend.

We had a great experience at this theater. I love the Decour and the staff was extremely friendly. I can't wait to visit it again.

Saw Derrin Brown in "Secret" -- a one man show of mystery, misdirection and sleight of hand. Not magic (he says as much) but your senses tell you otherwise. A very entertaining and fun family evening. Come prepared to participate in the act. Limited run through early 2020. The Cort - like many of the antique Schubert owned theaters -- is an ornate and classic early 20th century lay out -- arranged in a 3/4 circle. Depending on the show and your seating -- you could get an obstructed view -- especially at the outer rims of the orchestra and mezzanine. TDF came through yet again with terrific orchestra seats about 7 rows from the stage. The view and the effects from our seats couldn't have been any better. Like all the other Schubert houses in town - they serve beverages (high test and regular) in keepsake take away plastic cups. Kinda circus like if you ask me -- and absurdly priced. Top Tip: Bring your children to see this show! Despite some off color humor now and again -- they will be mesmerized by the genius of the performer -- his charisma -- and the "Secret" which -- of course -- we all promised not to disclose. :))

We came to watch Indecent, an insightful, thought-provoking play about a Yiddish acting troupe and the issues they encountered while running a drama that included a beautiful love scene that, by today's standards, would be tepidly commonplace. Set in early pre-WWII Europe, the play is extremely well acted, and stirs the emotions as the troupe struggles to survive various hardships, including criticism from their own religious leaders.

What a great small theater with not a bad seat in the house! Came for the opening night of M. Butterfly and it definitely didn't disappoint! It was very quick and easy to enter and the ushers were very professional and quick to help us find our seats. The seats were comfortable and the stage was very close and acoustics were great! At the end it was easy to exit the theater and also easy to find an Uber to our next destination. M. Butterfly with Clive Owens was beautifully produced play and it was both uplifting, joyous and sad at the same time.

Great theater. Saw M butterfly with friends. First row mezzanine. Great acoustics and small personal feeling. Really enjoyed the show and would definitely go back again.

Ugh. Supposedly this place is getting an expansion and renovation soon and boy, does it need it. I've been twice and sat in the mezzanine both times. The sightlines are good from there and the seats are reasonably comfortable by Broadway seat standards. However, there is no charm here. The house is bland, there's basically no lobby (it's just wide enough for the ticket windows) and the restroom situation is TOTALLY inadequate for the size of the house. (It's so bad I overheard an usher tell someone they have a deal with the Chipotle across the street that patrons can use their restrooms at intermission.) The one men's room is downstairs in a tiny lobby that causes lines to form quickly because only about four people can fit in the restroom at one time. On the plus side, I did stand in the men's room line with Matt Damon at a recent performance of King Lear.

We bought center orchestra seats that were not labeled restricted view. On getting to the theater we found there was a second level to the set that is not visible from our seats. The only option they gave us was for mezzanine right seats with only a partial view of the second level and a less good view overall. The manager claims they didn't know about the set when they attend selling tickets but we didn't buy our tickets until we'll after the opening. Manager offered us candy in compensation.

I'm going to start bringing WD-40 with me to these older theaters. The thing is, it's not the flooring and the doors that were all that horribly creaky, that terrible distinction goes to The Winter Garden, which in all fairness is something more difficult to remedy. At the Cort, it's the seats. It could also be that the people behind us were just annoying in every way you could possibly be annoying in a theater. They talked. They had too many shopping bags. They crossed their legs and put their feet on you and your seat. And they never stopped moving. **CREAK SQUEAK**... it takes you right out of a show. Other than that, the mezzanine seating is steep enough so that everyone has a great view. Plus, the acoustics are great. I'm 5'9" and there was decent legroom and the seats are comfortable. It's just that they are noisy. If someone from maintenance would go through the whole theater and tighten down or oil the seat hinges, it would make the theater experience here infinitely better.

The Cort has been around for some time, and looks it. Not that anything's wrong with that, but a little renovation never hurt anyone. This medium-sized venue has practically no lobby; ushers direct traffic immediately inside or up a few flights of steps[1]. As you walk in, you can purchase drinks - perhaps even those of the alcoholic variety[2]? Our balcony seats afforded us a fairly unobstructed view of the stage (I saw "Fences" with Denzel Washington - recommended!), and acoustics were fine. Seating is cramped and a tad steep, so be careful when navigating to your seat. Crawling over others is not for the faint of heart. [1] Sure hope there's an elevator. [2] During intermission, we had ourselves a little improv: a lady started yelling at another to stop bothering her. It was striking to see the entire auditorium hush and stare disapprovingly at the disruption. Way to keep it classy!

Came to Cort Theater to see the amazing Patrick Stewart & Ian McKellen in "WAITING FOR GODOT". We were fortunate enough to see them do "No Man's Land" at Berkeley Rep so knew the cross country venture would be well worth it! Our seats were in Row B of the Mezz. Stairs down to our row were fine & not as steep as other theaters. Legroom was okay but there was no opportunity of crossing legs - they almost hit right up against the next row & you had to stand to allow others to pass - but we found this to be the case in all theaters we visited. Views & sightlines were clear. Sound was adequate We paid full price for tickets - as we had planned our whole trip around this Play - my advice would be to try for the 2-for-1 sites; 50% off, or TKTS to get your seats The performances were legendary - the material was a bit abstract for us simpletons but this is what makes theatre ( or theater, if you will ) so sublime!

What a wonderful little theater. Have been to many Broadway shows over the years but never had seen one here before. If you are appreciative of an intimate theater experience then this will be to your flavor. As this is an older theater you have to be aware that the seating is tight and does not off much by way of legroom. What it does offer is a terrific view no matter where you are sitting, and the acoustics are great. Was here last night for a Yelp event to see the play Born Yesterday. Sound was crisp and clean. Even though we were in back half of orchestra the sight line was terrific. I always love how these older theaters have so much "character". Ornate chandeliers, classic looking balcony decor, and paintings on the ceiling add to the charm. Easy access in and out to the street, as there really is no lobby. Bathrooms are downstairs and on the small side so expect a bit of a line during intermissions. When you walk in there is a person selling wine, water, and candy. Prices are a bit crazy. $21 for wine in a sippy-cup to bring back to your seat. That is cool, but not at that price! Also, a small bar area to the right as you walk in. Ushers are friendly and escort you to your seats. Overall, this is a really cozy type of performance house to see a play such as Born Yesterday. I think it was a good fit for this as a larger theater would have done it a disservice.

I came here last week to see This Is Our Youth. I had balcony tickets and am happy to report that I could see the whole stage (and I was pretty far back). The seats were fairly comfortable and since they're stadium style, even with a tall person in front of you, you could still see well. I didn't visit the bathrooms on the bottom floor, but the one at the balcony level is very small. There are 2 stalls and a sink and that's it. You can fit 3 people in there only. You can't even stand in the doorway because you may bump into someone coming out of the stall or the person at the sink. So the line for that bathroom can get pretty long.

I've been to at least 4 other theaters on Broadway and thought this was a more intimate experience. We bought tickets last minute for Fish in the Dark and the seats were located in the balcony in the last row/aisle. In other theaters, that would be a disaster, but at this one it was still a great seat. We didn't miss a thing in the show. Further, there is a bathroom right by the back row, so we had quick access at intermission (note: women's restroom on that floor had only 2 tiny toilets, so a long line developed). Also, I'm glad shows now allow you to bring drinks to your seats, as long as, they have a lid. They only had 1 white wine option and one red option, but they were decent wines. Plus, they let you get a double pour (yes, I partook). Would definitely go back.

I came here to watch King Lear with Glenda Jackson and I was blown away! Her performance was amazing, not to mention the rest of the cast was great as well. This theater is small yet big, if that makes any sense lol from the outside we weren't too sure what to expect especially because we had the last seats on the balcony however the view ended up still being great. They have a few areas for beverages and snacks as well as restrooms. The restroom for women upstairs is TINY and the line does get big. The only thing I did not like was that once intermission came, everyone was everywhere and it was a mess while trying to get anywhere, I think they should have something set up a big more organized as far as having lines for the restrooms and to get drinks/snacks in order to still be able to get by in the stairs, it seemed like a hazard the way everyone was everywhere. The drinks( we got wine, double) of course overpriced and I was hoping the cups had something that resembled with the play but not a big deal. I truly recommend this play to anyone who truly enjoys Shakespeare especially with Glenda Jackson!

Hopped off the plan, dropped our bags off at the hotel, and then went straight to Times Square and grabbed a couple of tickets to Cripple of Inishmaan at TKTS at the Cort. Our tickets, 50% off, were great seat towards the front in the mezzanine. The theatre is small so every seat in the house is pretty much a winner. Some are better than others, of course, but if you're low on funds and get balcony seats you're not going to be bummed. You'll still get a great view. The theatre is old but that's part of its charm. The seats are relatively comfy although leg room is limited. The acoustics are GREAT and the sound carried wonderfully through the theatre. I had no trouble seeing or hearing anyone on stage. The show itself was great and the theatre was lovely. A great way to kick off my theatre binge weekend in NYC!

At first glance, you can tell that the Cort Theater is pretty old but I think it adds to its charm. Since a friend's girlfriend was visiting from out of town, we decided to catch Waiting For Godot on its last week of performances. We picked WFG over the Lion King and Wicked (all were around the same price thanks to student discounts) and I was really glad that we did. The play was hilarious - both Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart were phenomenal. They had amazing chemistry and they really did make the show. We had mid-balcony seats and we could see everything perfectly fine. I seriously don't think there's a bad seat in the entire theater! There was very little legroom but it's definitely not as bad as nosebleed seats for Phantom, where I started getting a leg cramp halfway through. All of us were 5'8" and under so it was fine for us but if you're a really tall person, I don't suggest balcony seats. Since the Cort is smaller than other theaters in the area, the bathrooms are also very small. Each bathroom has 2 stalls so the lines can get pretty long during intermission. At some point, the men's bathroom line was even longer than the females because of the lack of urinals. Be sure to go before the show and try to hold on until after the show because we barely made it back to our seats before the 2nd act started! Alcoholic drinks are standard pricing for all theaters - a small for $15 and a large for $25. Beers are $13 but they all do come with a reusable cup. If you bring your cup back during intermission for a second drink, you'll most likely get a discount.

Lovely place for a cool show. Every seat is good. Small bathrooms with only a few. Go before you come here.

Great theatre! Beautiful inside, quite big, polite staff. I watched Shakespeare's King Lear with legendary Glenda Jackson here and was very satisfied.

Small intimate older theater but the amazing feeling of being at a Broadway show. We saw Bright Star and it was amazing!!! A must see! I was so happy with our seats, it was chilly so bring a coat or wrap. No photos or movement once the show begins and the ushers are everywhere which is great!! Restrooms upstairs are tiny and only 2 stalls. Better to buy your tickets at the theater the day of. Amazing little Cambodian Sandwich place next door.

The Cort Theatre is a GORGEOUS small, old theater - there are no bad seats, even way up on the balcony! Be prepared for some walking though, if you get balcony tickets (plenty of staircases). I saw Mike Birbiglia's The New One here, and the location added intimacy that made the show's content that much better.

I saw Born Yesterday* during my recent trip to the NY. Born Yesterday itself is 4 (perhaps even 4 1/2 :)) stars- see it! We sat towards the back, but the Cort Theater is small enough that I felt close to the stage. I'm legally blind and not the biggest fan of glasses, but had no problem seeing the characters on stage. Why 3 stars? The restroom! I joined about 30 women during intermission in the tiniest restroom ever. There were only 3 stalls, which is much smaller than most theaters I've visited. And it didn't help that I was probably the youngest gal in line by 30 years. After one glance at the line I had to pinch myself to make sure I wasn't back in my hometown of Boca Raton, Florida. These old ladies were soooo slow that they had to extend the intermission so everyone had enough time in the tiny restroom. I was also a little tipsy and incredibly hungry (not a good combo) during this show, but fortunately they had lots of good candy selections. I couldn't help, but raid the candy cart for me and my colleagues on the way back from Boca Raton (uh, i mean the Cort Theater restroom). Do I recommend Born Yesterday? Sure do! Would I see another show at the Cort Theater? Yep. However, I'll be sure to use the restroom before the show next time rather than at intermission. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ * http://bornyesterdayonbroadway.com/

Mid Sized theater. This could be a small or mid sized venue - depends on how you view these things. The seats were good with good sight lines, nice lobby and good sound system overall. The place is old and tends to run off-broadway type shows- definitely a good place to catch something that is not run of the mill - and to avoid the touristas down the street...

We bought tickets through TKTS ticket booth on times square to see Daniel Radcliffe in the Cripple of Inishman. The theater is a block away from time square so it was very convenient to our hotel. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful and the theater itself is not huge. I imagine all the seats are pretty decent. My only advice would be don't get the back row of the orchestra section...the balcony hangs over and blocks the top of the stage. The seats are pretty tight which is fairly common for most of these older theaters and we had some tall people in front of us so the view was blocked by that as well. All in all we had a pleasant experience at this theater, it was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful....

Not enough bathrooms! Other than that, this theater is excellent. I love the architecture, the balconies, the intimate and close setting...Sitting four rows from the stage was more than close enough! I felt like I could reach out and touch the actors. The rows are a bit narrow though...or maybe the people sitting near us had very big knees? I'm not sure.

Show: Saw Daniel Radcliffe in "The Cripple of Inishmaan" here. Super duper highly recommended. The redhead girl who used the word "feckin" all the time was a dead ringer for Emma Stone, super adorable. Seats: Comfy enough. About five rows back, Orchestra right. Our view was fantastic. The theater isn't one of the bigger ones, so I didn't feel lost in a massive sea of faces. Sound: every word came across crisp & clear. Bathroom: downstairs. With only a couple stalls, the lines curves & snakes & looks like it goes on forever, but it moved surprisingly fast. First time here & I'm excited to return for another show.

TIME/DATE: March 4, 2013 @ 8:00pm SHOW: Breakfast at Tiffany's SEATS: Left Orchestra Row J, Seats 5-7 ______________________________ The Cort Theatre is one of the most poorly maintained theaters on Broadway. It's small and is in dire need of some restoration... and a little renovation. They also need to expand their bathrooms and add a few stalls. At 7:55pm (5 minutes before the play was scheduled to start), the line for the Ladies' Room (basement) had curved around the four walls of the powder room, gone up the stairs to the main floor, and extended about 6 feet along the wall by the stairs. Counted 28ppl ahead of me, 3 stalls (1 w/broken flush) in the tiny bathroom with no mirror. I asked my husband to check on the ladies' room on the 2nd floor and he texted me to inform me the line was just as bad. Small corridors, questionable acoustics. Nice balconies (at least when looking up from the Orchestra seats).

Older theater but even with its larger size you still get the intimate feel. Or maybe I was spoiled by Yelp with orchestra tickets :). The ushers were amazing. Very helpful and they remembered everyone sitting in their section. Very impressive! The bathroom scene on the first floor was a mess. These are the times I wish I was a man. The bathroom holds 3 stalls and the theater was packed which usually equals a mess. I attempted to go before the theater and the line snaked around the bathroom waiting area. I just made it before the play started but I did not push my luck trying during intermission. The Stick Fly was so great (review to follow) that I did not want to miss a second of it. Since I had a great meal at Shake Shack before the play I did not try the snack/bar area. But in my section they were talking about the $21 beer so my wallet was glad that we skipped it. Seats are comfy but you are seated very close to your neighbor. Also the seat doesn't fold up so it was very tight letting people in and out of the rows.

The Cort Theater is a beautiful little theater that is past the century mark in age. Its exterior is rather ordinary and could easily be lost in the sensory flood that is the Theater District. However, its interior definitely recalls a different age of entertainment. Beautiful mouldings line the edges of the walls, the private balconies are spacious and almost hover over the rest of the audience with an aristocratic vibe. The day I went was for a production of "Waiting for Godot" and I was surprised at how great of a view I had from the mezzanine section and at how large the stage was given the relative small size of the theater. Its size works for the audience however as it is rather tough to get a horrible seat where you can't see anything. My view was fantastic and I was off to the right in the middle of an aisle. The staff is quite polite but can be stern when necessary to keep the crowd moving smoothly. The bartender on duty that day was super sweet (though $5 for a small bag of Peanut M&M's made my brain hurt a bit). The staff definitely knows their stuff. As any of the ushers where your seat is and they rattle it off with a well practiced flair. There are some cons however, mostly having to do with the age of the theater. The seats were clearly made for shorter and thinner people than most of our audience. I'm not a particularly tall guy and I didn't have a lot of legroom. There's really no way to get out of a full aisle unless everyone stands back and leans back a bit. There are also not enough bathrooms. With only one on the upper level and one on the lower for men, I was just getting into the restroom during intermission as the lights began to blink for us to go back to our seats (and there were still fifteen guys behind me). Truth be told, none of these inconveniences took away from the experience, but they are worth noting. I had a wonderful time at the Cort and found its sense of history intoxicating.