What shows have been at the Lyceum Theatre?
Recent and present productions
- Jesus Christ Superstar (19 November 1996 – 28 March 1998)
- Oklahoma! ( February 1999 – June 1999)
- The Lion King (24 September 1999 – )
What shows have been at the Longacre Theatre?
More recently the Longacre showcased Chinglish (2011), Mike Tyson’s one man show, Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth (2012), James Franco in Of Mice and Men (2014), the award winning revival of You Can’t Take It With You (2014) and the musical A Bronx Tale (2016).
How long is the Lion King show at Lyceum Theatre?
2 hours and 30 minutes
Performances of The Lion King are 2 hours and 30 minutes long, including an interval.
Which is the oldest theatre in London?
Theatre Royal Drury Lane
The oldest theatre site – Theatre Royal Drury Lane – was built in 1663. This building alone is an indication of West End’s thriving history, having welcomed theatregoers for over 300 years.
What is Longacre Theatre named after?
Longacre Square
The Longacre Theatre is a Broadway theater at 220 West 48th Street in the Theater District of Midtown Manhattan in New York City, United States. Opened in 1913, it was designed by Henry B. Herts and was named for Longacre Square, now known as Times Square.
Does the Longacre Theater have an elevator?
The elevator at the Longacre Theatre serves the wheelchair accessible restroom and bar in the Balcony, which is located up four flights of stairs from the Orchestra. These steps are not recommended for patrons with very limited mobility. Once in the Balcony there are an additional two steps up or down to each row.
What was the first Broadway show?
The Black Crook (1866)
The Black Crook (1866), considered by some historians to be the first musical.
Who started Broadway?
A Brief History of Broadway. In 1750, Thomas Kean and Walter Murray opened one of the first theatres in New York City on Nassau Street. It was large enough to hold 280 patrons and the actors performed Shakespearian plays and operatic theater.
Can you wear jeans to the theatre?
Both formal and informal clothing is accepted. From casual t-shirts, jeans and flip-flops to a cocktail dress or tuxedo, the spectrum of audience style is so broad that there is no specific dress code.
Is there a dress code for the Lyceum Theatre?
The Lyceum Theatre does not have a dress code, although patrons are reminded that it is best to dress both comfortably and sensibly.