Located at 227 West 42nd Street, the American Airlines theatre is a historic, Italian Renaissance style Broadway theatre. The American Airlines was built by the Selwyn brothers, Edgar and Archie, in 1918, and was originally named after them. After years of neglect, the theatre was restored to its former glory and reopened as the American Airlines on June 30, 2000 in honor of its major sponsor. The American Airlines theatre was originally used to house major musical and dramatic shows, but functioned as a cinema hall and even as a temporary home for the Times Square Visitors Center.
Presently, it houses the Roundabout’s major dramatic shows. Some of the most prominent productions mounted on the American Airlines theatre include, The Man Who Came to Dinner, Betrayal, A Day in the Death of Joe Egg, 12 Angry Men, The Constant Wife, The Pajama Game, Les liaisons dangereuses, John Lithgow: Stories by Heart, and more!
Looking forward to watching the show? Our American Airlines theatre guide is here to help you find the best seats.
Address: The American Airlines Theatre, 227 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036 USA
Opened: 1918
Seating Capacity: 740
Orchestra: 459
Mezzanine : 257
Boxes : 24
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Accessibility: There are no steps into the theatre from the sidewalk and wheelchair seating available in both orchestra and mezzanine.
Restroom: Restrooms are available on the main level. A wheelchair accessible restroom is available in the theatre.
Pay Phone:Located in the Lobby (Accessible at 54" with utility outler).
Assisted Listening Device: Assisted listening devices are available at the theatre. Please contact the staff upon arrival to get your assisted listening device.
Concessions: Concessions are on the main level.
Elevator: Elevators are available to all the levels in the theatre.
Lost and Found: Lost & Found is located in the theatre manager's office. Please see any house staff member for assistance.