{"id":1156,"date":"2017-11-27T15:57:54","date_gmt":"2017-11-27T15:57:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.alhirschfeldtheatre.org\/home\/"},"modified":"2025-04-18T09:18:01","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T09:18:01","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.newyorkbroadwaytheatre.com\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<!-- NewTheme-Responsive-Text -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block;background-color:transparent;\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-2783012870533657\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"1489656471\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script>\n<div class=\"preshow-drinks-block\"><div class=\"site-container\"><div class=\"left-container\" data-aos=\"fade-in\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/06\/al-hirschfeld-theatre.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"right-container\" data-aos=\"fade-right\" data-aos-delay=\"300\"><h2 class=\"heading h3\">Al Hirschfeld Theatre NYC<\/h2><div class=\"subtext\"><p>The Al Hirschfeld Theatre is a live theater venue in the Broadway district of New York City, New York. Set in the heart of Manhattan\u2019s performing arts center, it\u2019s one of the most famous theaters in the city. <\/p><p>Watching a show at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre means immersing yourself in theatrical history. Some famous performers and shows have called the venue home \u2014 from Elizabeth Taylor to Daniel Radcliffe.<\/p><p>Al Hirschfeld Theatre is a 1,424 capacity Broadway theatre that has been entertaining audiences since 1924, when it opened with performances of Madame Pompadour! Named in honor of the late, great American caricaturist and illustrator Al Hirschfeld, known for his fantastic black and white portraits of celebrities and Broadway stars, the theatre has based its reputation on the quality of its productions, with many famous appearances over the years, including: Richard Gere in Bent; Elizabeth Taylor in The Little Foxes; Christina Applegate as the title role in Sweet Charity; and Daniel Radcliffe in the latest revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"sf-image-text \"><div class=\"site-container flipped\" data-aos=\"fade-in\"><div class=\"left-container two-images\" data-aos=\"fade-in\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/06\/al-hirschfeld-broadway.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"image-one\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/06\/new-york-broadway.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"image-two\"\/><\/div><div class=\"right-container\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><h2 class=\"heading h3\">Ultimate Al Hirschfeld Theatre Guide<\/h2><div class=\"subtext\"><p>All the essential information you need to know about the performing arts venue. Our guide will show you everything you need to know about The Al Hirschfeld Theatre, including:<\/p><p><a href=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/information\/\" title=\"Al Hirschfeld Theatre Information\">Theatre information<\/a>: What is it like to attend a Broadway show at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre? Learn all about it here. From construction to the modern day, learn all about the history of this Broadway icon.<\/p><p><a href=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/rules\/\" title=\"Al Hirschfeld Theatre Rules\">Rules and policies<\/a>: All the key rules you need to know to ensure a fantastic visit.<\/p><p><a href=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/parking\/\" title=\"Al Hirschfeld Theatre Parking\">Parking options<\/a>: Driving to Manhattan? There are plenty of garages in the blocks surrounding the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.<\/p><p><a href=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/seating-chart\/\" title=\"Al Hirschfeld Theatre Seating Chart\">Seating chart<\/a>: Explore the venue\u2019s layout and find your favorite seats.<\/p><p><a href=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/frequently-asked-questions\/\" title=\"Frequently asked questions\">FAQs<\/a>: Answers to visitor questions about door times, concessions, dress codes, and much more.<\/p><p><a href=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/recommended-hotels\/\" title=\"Al Hirschfeld Theatre Hotels\">The best hotels nearby<\/a>: Five suggestions for New York City accommodation.<\/p><p><a href=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/plan-your-trip\/\" title=\"Planning Your Trip to Al Hirschfeld Theatre\">Planning your trip<\/a>: Making a trip of it? Then why not take in some of Manhattan\u2019s other top attractions? Tasty suggestions with cuisines from across the globe.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"preshow-drinks-block\"><div class=\"site-container\"><div class=\"left-container\" data-aos=\"fade-in\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/al-hirschfeld-theatre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/06\/moulin-rouge-al-hirschfeld-theatre.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"right-container\" data-aos=\"fade-right\" data-aos-delay=\"300\"><h2 class=\"heading h3\">Now Playing: Moulin Rouge<\/h2><div class=\"subtext\"><p>Currently, the theater is home to Moulin Rouge! If elaborate costumes, catchy music, and fantastic performances sound like your idea of a good night, then why not buy tickets?<\/p><p>Moulin Rouge doesn\u2019t just tell a story; it transports audiences to a world of glitz and glamor. Based on Baz Luhrmann\u2019s 2001 movie, Moulin Rouge, and written by playwright John Logan, this dazzling musical holds a special place in the hearts of theatergoers across the globe.<\/p><p>Showings of Moulin Rouge! at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on Broadway typically run for around 2 hours and 35 minutes, with an intermission during the show.<\/p><p>The original Broadway show received nominations for 32 awards, clinching an incredible 17 wins. These included a sweep of 10 Tony Awards, spanning categories such as Best Musical, Best Leading Actor in a Musical, Best Featured Actor in a Musical, Best Direction of a Musical, Best Choreography, Best Orchestrations, Best Scenic Design of a Musical, Best Costume Design of a Musical, Best Lighting Design of a Musical, and Best Sound Design of a Musical. 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