Golden Theatre New York
Golden Theatre Tickets
About the Golden Theatre
The John Golden Theatre, originally the Theatre Masque, first opened in 1927 as a new addition to the Chanin Brothers’ portfolio of Broadway venues. It was renamed after actor, playwright and producer John Golden when he assumed ownership of the theater from 1937-46.
As part of a three-theater complex including the large Majestic Theatre and mid-size Royale Theatre (now the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre), the Golden Theatre’s ownership transferred to the Shubert brothers in 1930, and since 1946 it has been owned exclusively by the Shubert Organization. Herbert J. Krapp, a familiar name on Broadway thanks to his prolific work as a theater architect, designed the Golden Theatre with Spanish influences, including spiral columns and arches inside. Its main feature is its small and intimate auditorium, perfect for plays and with impressive views from every seat.
The Golden Theatre opened in 1927 with the rather muted Puppets of Passion before hitting its stride in the 1950s and 60s. Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot (1956) premiered here, and since then a roster of Pulitzer Prize-winning plays have landed on the Golden’s stage including The Gin Game (1977) and Glengarry Glen Ross (1984). Since the turn of the century, stars including Eddie Redmayne (Red, 2010), Glenn Close (A Delicate Balance, 2014) and Lupita Nyong’o (Eclipsed, 2016) have all trodden the boards at the Golden Theatre, making it a must-visit for anyone wanting to catch Hollywood’s brightest in an intimate drama.
Know Before You Go
• Children under four are not permitted into the theater
• Coat check is available, but doesn’t accept strollers or furs
Map and Address
252 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
