Longacre Theatre
Longacre Theatre
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Neighborhood: Theater District
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- 49th St • 3 min walk
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2 contributions
May 2022 • Family
I saw Macbeth in May and I originally purchased seats in row C when the show was supposed to be held at a different theater. After being notified the theater had changed to the Longacre theater, my 5 tickets were moved to row A of the balcony.
Unfortunately, row A restricted a large portion of my view, as well as the view of the other ticket-holders, due to a safety bar. I had to lean forward over the bar the entire show to see the stage (I am 5 foot 7). I am very dissatisfied with this experience, especially because I had no control over my seat selection. The seats are also very narrow and my knees could not move- although this is the case with many old theaters. The show itself was underwhelming and at times hard to hear.
Unfortunately, row A restricted a large portion of my view, as well as the view of the other ticket-holders, due to a safety bar. I had to lean forward over the bar the entire show to see the stage (I am 5 foot 7). I am very dissatisfied with this experience, especially because I had no control over my seat selection. The seats are also very narrow and my knees could not move- although this is the case with many old theaters. The show itself was underwhelming and at times hard to hear.
Written June 9, 2022
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Jelena P
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May 2022
This was my first time at the Longacre Theatre and my last. I'm regular at all kinds of shows that NYC offers but I've never had such a terrible experience. I was very excited to see Macbeth but couldn't enjoy the show due to a very unprofessional stuff. The show was on Saturday May, 28, 2022 at 8PM. I was seated at the left side of the balcony. Shorty before the show began, a person who worked there, older woman, short gray hair, glasses, started screaming at me to put my mask more up on my nose. I was shocked by the way she talked to me. Instead of coming and asking politely, she screamed that other people were turning back to see what was happening. I told her my mask was on my nose which was confirmed by a friend of mine who was there with me. She then threatened to call security. The person seating above me who I didn't know made a comment that this woman was being ridiculous and that I had a mask up on my nose. The whole time I was trying to adjust my mask. The show then began. Shortly after she pointed a flesh light at me. I'm very disappointed and won't be returning to the theater
Written June 1, 2022
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L H
Chicago, IL1,860 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Mid-millennial Scotland pretty much absent in this production featuring street clothes, actors parked at the back of the stage, terrible accents, multiple roles, and overly vigorous nodding to gender fluidity. With all of those distractions, and suspension of disbelief bursting at the seams, I was left sitting in an uncomfortable theater seat Watching. People. Act: For an exorbitant amount of money, which left me feeling ripped off. There have been successful Shakespearean adaptations with different amounts/styles of modernization that have been intriguing/well-done to different degrees, but this isn’t one of them. I’ve seen Craig do well on stage before, but this performance feels like simple oration. Negga does better, but having her change her shirt on stage feels like the same usery & disrespect that female human beings continue to suffer despite the trend of woke blather.
Written May 22, 2022
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KosherAndGlutenFree
New Jersey294 contributions
Mar 2023
We saw Leopoldstadt at the Longacre theater.
We sat in the balcony on the far right, 2 seats from the aisle.
Although the near side of the stage was not visible to us, it was not an issue, since all of the performers stayed essentially in the center.
There was a bathroom up one additional flight from the balcony and it was not crowded.
The only real concern (although it did not affect us) is that there are 4 floor-to-ceiling columns in the middle of the balcony, on the right and left center aisles, between rows B and C.
I saw some theater-goers sitting directly behind these columns.
I don't know how they could possible see the show.
I also don't know how a theater could build a balcony with columns blocking the view.
We sat in the balcony on the far right, 2 seats from the aisle.
Although the near side of the stage was not visible to us, it was not an issue, since all of the performers stayed essentially in the center.
There was a bathroom up one additional flight from the balcony and it was not crowded.
The only real concern (although it did not affect us) is that there are 4 floor-to-ceiling columns in the middle of the balcony, on the right and left center aisles, between rows B and C.
I saw some theater-goers sitting directly behind these columns.
I don't know how they could possible see the show.
I also don't know how a theater could build a balcony with columns blocking the view.
Written March 13, 2023
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ccuizon
New York City, NY32 contributions
Nov 2021
I just got off the phone with Tom or Thomas - who was not very helpful at all. DUDE you guys just opened back after almost 2 years of no business?? Be a little kinder, listen calmly and talk gently.. people on the other end are trying to give you business and keep you employed!
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Written November 7, 2021
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nycmom22
New York City, NY3,017 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
One gripe I have about NY theaters is the scarcity of bathrooms. There are still impossible lines but enough women’s stalls in the basement. The play and processing of ticket holder line were good, too.
Written May 6, 2023
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RagsKP94
State College, PA740 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
The place is intimate. So all seats are good. Only complaint about seating was that they were a bit narrow. The staff were friendly and not overbearing when asking people to don masks. We saw Macbeth with Daniel Craig. The show was meh. An attempt at modernization didn't quite get there.
Written May 12, 2022
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GiselleF
Boston, MA99 contributions
Feb 2016 • Family
Most will not rate this theater poorly, but if you have any trouble walking, are elderly, or just have difficulty with stairs, you really need to plan ahead. We got mezzanine tickets, and the elevator only serves the balcony. There's no warning about this when you buy tix, so it's a good thing the person we were with was not in a wheelchair. As it was, we had to work to get her up the stairs. The ushers are not remotely sympathetic, and a little compassion would have made us feel better, even if there wasn't anything they could do. It's just rude to be treated with disdain by ushers after paying hundreds of dollars for tickets. God forbid you then have to go to the bathroom, as they are only upstairs and downstairs. And when I say stairs, I mean a couple of flights each way, because of the height of the the theater. The women's bathroom upstairs is so small that at least a dozen women were late coming back after intermission due to the line. I'm not sure about the size downstairs (we struggled to go up, because another patron said it was a bit shorter than going down and then back up; the usher offered no such advice and just pointed up when we asked where the bathroom was). I admit that this rating is very low, but I'm doing it to get readers' attentions if they have mobility issues, because the theater didn't advertise this challenge when we were buying tickets. You'll need to buy an orchestra ticket, or the experience will be a rough one.
Written February 10, 2016
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We are so sorry to hear about your experience at the Longacre Theatre. Please check your messages.
Written February 12, 2016
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Leftome321
Boston, MA102 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
The theater is very nice. Seats are recent manufacture, very plush, and there is not a bad seat in the house. This is an old theater so it is not very accessible. If you have mobility problems you can only use the orchestra level. Restrooms are on the uppermost level (above the third level seating) and I am not sure there is an elevator to get up there. We had seats in the mezzanine and had a perfect view of the stage; this is a very tight and friendly theater. My only complaint is the price of drinks. One pinot gris and one bourbon on ice was $54. The show THE PROM was excellent. Great music and unbelievable dance numbers. Very funny, with some great performances by the six principal characters. Very gay oriented.
Written October 30, 2018
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Hello,
I'm glad to hear you've enjoyed the show. We thank you for your patronage.
Best,
Brian
Theatre Operations
Written October 31, 2018
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John M
Sparta, NJ27 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
The over all experience was great,especially the BronxTale! Seating in general seemed tight..but did enjoy the overall experience...in the Area you can also eat dinner,appetizer and or drinks right next door at Hurley's Saloon.. I do recommend ..
Written December 16, 2016
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I will be coming to a show this Sunday straight from the airport without time to drop off my carryon luggage at the place I’ll be staying at in NYC. Is there a coat check area that will hold my and my companion’s carryon luggage? If so, is there a charge? Thanks in advance for helping me to plan this exciting trip NYC.
Written July 18, 2019
sorry but I have no idea. It was so hot when I was there on Wednesday that nobody had jackets.I would suggest that you call the theater
Written July 19, 2019
Quik Park 215 West 48th St. or Icon Parking 235 West 48th St.
Written August 4, 2018
hello can you tell me how long the show is ? we r comming April 1 which is Easter Sunday and would like to make dinner reservations. thanks
Written January 22, 2018
Hi Liz,
The show is a little over two hours and thirty minutes (this is including intermission).
Best,
Brian
Written January 24, 2018
sbk672017
Shoreham, New York
What is the nearest restaurant that accommodate group of 50?
Written August 19, 2017
I would also go with Carmines. The food is excellent (Italian) and they should have the room ....IF it's available! Maybe Beccos could work also and they are also very good. Maybe even Tony D's. (DiNapoli) which is very similar to Carmines. Good luck...and if you are going to see A Bronx Tale at the Longacre you will LOVE it!
Written August 22, 2017
Seating recommendations? Due to budget it would be nice to get balcony seats but will we be disappointed?
Written May 29, 2017
Actually there is not a bad seat in the house.
The Bronx Tale is a great show.
Tom
Written May 30, 2017
We are 6 ladies who would like to see a matinee of A Bronx Tale. One lady is confined to wheelchair. Can theatre accommodate us?
Thank you!
Written May 5, 2017
I understand that wheelchair is orchestra acessable Only? I suggest calling the theater to confirm!
Written May 6, 2017
What's the nearest bus/ subway station?
Written October 21, 2015
You can catch the C and E lines at 50th Street and 8th Avenue or the 1 at 50th and Broadway.
Written November 10, 2015
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