St. James Theatre: Where Musicals Make History

The St. James Theatre is one of New York's premier venues for live entertainment. Located at 246 W 44th Street, New York, NY 10036, this broadway theater has a capacity of 1,710 and has been a fixture of the city's cultural landscape since 1927.

History of St. James Theatre

The St. James Theatre opened on September 26, 1927, as Erlanger's Theatre, designed by Warren and Wetmore, the firm famous for Grand Central Terminal. Built in neo-Georgian style with a stucco facade, the St. James is one of Broadway's largest houses at 1,710 seats and has premiered more landmark musicals than almost any other theater.

The theater was renamed in 1932 and passed through several owners before the Shubert Organization, then Jujamcyn Theatres. Its double-story cast-iron loggia and twin marquees give the West 44th Street facade a distinguished presence.

The St. James production list is staggering. Oklahoma! (1943) launched the golden age of Broadway musicals from this stage. The King and I, The Pajama Game, Li'l Abner, Hello, Dolly. (1964, starring Carol Channing), Barnum, and The Who's Tommy all premiered here. The Producers (2001), starring Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick, broke box office records at the St. James.

What's On at St. James Theatre

The St. James Theatre hosts major new Broadway musicals on one of the district's grandest stages.

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Seating and Accessibility

The theater seats 1,710 across two levels: Orchestra and Balcony. The large house benefits from the wide stage and good acoustics. Center Orchestra rows are ideal, and front Balcony seats provide a sweeping perspective.

Wheelchair-accessible seating is available. Assistive listening devices are provided. Accessible restrooms and elevators serve all levels.