Neil Simon Theatre
Neil Simon Theatre
4.5
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Neighborhood: Theater District
How to get there
- 50th St • 2 min walk
- 50th St • 3 min walk
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- Jeanette Y3 contributionsMJHad a fantastic time watching Michael Jackon the musical at the Neil Simon Theatre. It was a full house but was guided to my seat by the usher immediately. Loved the stage door experience. Overall I love Broadway and would recommend to others.Visited January 2024Traveled with friendsWritten February 10, 2024
- CAHMA11 contributionsMJ the MusicalWe went to Neil Simon Theater to see MJ the musical. It is a beautiful theater. The show exceeded expectations. The staff is friendly and helpful. They do a great job, moving a lot of people in and out of the theater.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten May 24, 2024
- Fearless828011San Antonio, Texas10 contributionsTicket Counter guy is the MAN!I just have to give a BIG Texas thank you to the gentleman at the ticket counter on July 11th! We had tickets for 1pm and I had it in my head it was at 2. We got there late and he did a miracle for us to be able to see it that night in a similar section! My mother would have been out so much money and he was so kind and only gave me a little bit of a hard time, haha. LOVED the show (we saw MJ), the theater was very nice with bathroom attendant and all. It was a highlight of our trip that we could have easily missed!Visited July 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 18, 2024
- Peter M1 contributionSimply awesome!Went to see Michael Jackson. The show was simply awesome. A 5 star performance. My only issue and the reason I gave a four star rating was because I felt the seats in the theatre were too tight and my knees were cutting into the top of the seat in front of me. An extra 2” would have done it.Visited September 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten September 23, 2024
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Timbo3765
Pershore, UK657 contributions
Oct 2022
Visited this theatre to see MJ (The Michael Jackson musical). Aramie Payton who played MJ was brilliant in song and dance. Theatre was quite cramped as most are but the toilets just can't cope with the volume of people, men's and womens both. Great long queues making it nigh on impossible to get any where near the bar. We couldn't so didn't buy drinks. Very poor. Music of MJ was very good though the backing bad was too loud.
Written January 21, 2023
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Cecelia D
5 contributions
Mar 2023
Tip: Deal directly with the box office to purchase tickets.
The box office clerk was wonderful. She offered me a great ticket option (orchestra center, row C, seat 112). The leg room was great and I experienced MJ as I could never have imagined. It was nice being up front, seeing the action on stage and feeling the rhythm of the music.
The box office clerk was wonderful. She offered me a great ticket option (orchestra center, row C, seat 112). The leg room was great and I experienced MJ as I could never have imagined. It was nice being up front, seeing the action on stage and feeling the rhythm of the music.
Written March 12, 2023
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RnWP
797 contributions
Oct 2022
Went to the Neil Simon Theatre to see MJ The Musical while in NYC. The theatre was good, staff friendly and the show fabulous it really is a must see if in NYC. Electric atmosphere from beginning to end would highly recommend.
Written October 16, 2022
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Patricia W
1 contribution
Jun 2024 • Family
I haven't even gone to the show yet and I'm disappointed. I'm a photographer and aN adult that can follow rules. I can't bring my camera to the city because it's not allowed in the NS theater? UNBELIVABLE!! If you say I cant take photos during the show I can apply to this . Im taking the train into the city so no way around this. You know people with phone cameras will absolutely be sneaking videos and photos. Total BS
Written June 14, 2024
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srpanderson70
Milton, FL286 contributions
May 2022
The staff was friendly, organized and was able to get the people off the streets and into the theatre and in the right direction for seating in a timely manner. The theatre was nice and clean and had great aisle staff that was very helpful and friendly. The show itself was phenomenal!! The only con was the bathroom situation, but that is to be expected.
Written May 18, 2022
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Joann K
Pacifica, CA21 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
We actually just planned on seeing Wicked at the Gerschwin, but were able to get last minute tickets to see MJ at the Neil Simon theater. The theater, itself, is a lovely old building with a domed roof and a beauriful crystal chandelier.
The understudy playing MJ (Jamaal Fields-Green) brought the role to life. His dancing, singing, and acting of this role were phenomenal. Go see this play....it is so worth your time.
The understudy playing MJ (Jamaal Fields-Green) brought the role to life. His dancing, singing, and acting of this role were phenomenal. Go see this play....it is so worth your time.
Written January 11, 2023
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CAHMA
Massachusetts11 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
We went to Neil Simon Theater to see MJ the musical. It is a beautiful theater. The show exceeded expectations. The staff is friendly and helpful. They do a great job, moving a lot of people in and out of the theater.
Written May 24, 2024
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Lb B
1 contribution
Nov 2024 • Couples
Beautiful theater, comfortable, well managed organization like Americans know how to do. Right on time. We were in mezzanine places F112 and 113 facing the stage. Very good view. Air conditioning a little cold provide a sweater
Very nice show of Michael Jackson unforgettable that I recommend
Very nice show of Michael Jackson unforgettable that I recommend
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Written November 14, 2024
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Fearless828011
San Antonio, TX10 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
I just have to give a BIG Texas thank you to the gentleman at the ticket counter on July 11th! We had tickets for 1pm and I had it in my head it was at 2. We got there late and he did a miracle for us to be able to see it that night in a similar section! My mother would have been out so much money and he was so kind and only gave me a little bit of a hard time, haha. LOVED the show (we saw MJ), the theater was very nice with bathroom attendant and all. It was a highlight of our trip that we could have easily missed!
Written July 18, 2024
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Jeanette Y
3 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
Had a fantastic time watching Michael Jackon the musical at the Neil Simon Theatre. It was a full house but was guided to my seat by the usher immediately. Loved the stage door experience. Overall I love Broadway and would recommend to others.
Written February 10, 2024
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I’m catching Amtrak to NY for the day and will have a medium backpack. Will this an issue bringing into the theatre?
Written October 2, 2024
Do we still need proof of covid vaccination when attending a show at the Neil Simon Theatre
Written April 1, 2024
Do we join the queue outside or just go to the box office? How long before the MJ Show should we arrive? We might need help to find our seats from staff if possible blind and disabled many thanks
Written August 8, 2022
Hello
We just went into the Theatre and asked what Tickets were available for a particular performance
Luckily there was a good variety for us to choose from and chose the best seats available
Hope this helps you
Written August 14, 2022
Shoes and shirt. Some dress up. Some were in jeans and t shirts. I am sure that as long as you have clean clothes on, no one will care.
Written September 5, 2022
The theatre is on 52 St. and Broadway. Your best bet is to walk to 46 St. and 9th Ave. You have Cara Mia--a very moderate, very good Italian restaurant at 654 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036. If you prefer Asian food, go to Jing between 47 and 48 St. on 9th Ave. at 689 9th Ave. Once you go to 9th Ave. you get good food at moderate prices for Midtown Manhattan.
Written June 26, 2019
We are staying at the Millenium Hotel. Has anyone walked to Neil Simon from there. Trying to find a website that gives walking directions.
Written June 7, 2019
That depends upon which Millennium Hotel in which you are staying. The one at 44th St. is right in the Theatre District at 145 W. 44th St. The theatre is at 250 W. 52 St. Just walk uptown. New York is a very walkable city. You will be in huge crowds on Broadway. Instead, walk up 6th Ave. (Avenue of the Americas). Make a left on 52 St. to theatre. Try looking up Theatre District map to show you the exact route.
Written June 8, 2019
I want to purchase tickets for The Cher Show. If we go to a matinee is there a chance the understudies might perform, rather than Stephanie J. Block and the regular cast?
Written May 28, 2019
Not sure but we were told the cast did two shows a day. Great show
Written May 28, 2019
Where are the bathrooms located and do they have adequate stalls in the women’s restroom?
Written March 4, 2019
HI, there are washrooms on the first and upper level. Not sure on the number of stalls however the lines seemed to flow fairly well on the upper level.
Written March 6, 2019
Just booked tickets for Cher musical at this theatre in November.. we are at the back on the mezzanine and a little concerned on what view to expect..anyone experienced seats here at the back?
Written June 18, 2018
Hi, I went to this theater twice, both times on the mezzanine, the first time was in the 3rd row and the second was in the first row. One thing to consider is that the mezzanine starts over the orchestra's 14th row. The theater itself is rather small rows being close together, I do believe you will have a good view of the stage.
Written June 19, 2018
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