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Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre

3.7 (137 reviews)
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Robert S.

We came here to see "The Outsiders". The theater seats a little more than 1,000 people and it has an Old Time feel to it. The theater was opened in 1927, so it's an old building with a very classic feel. We got seats four rows from the stage and we could see the faces of the actors very well. The auditorium contains Spanish-style detailing, a large balcony, and an expansive vaulted ceiling. The auditorium's interior features murals by Willy Pogany as well as several box seats. It was a nice cozy place to see a Broadway show.

Andie E.

The Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre may be my favorite Broadway Theatre! Why? Because this is a smaller theater than most other Broadway theatres; making every seat a great seat! The very last row of orchestra has a fabulous view. Even the rear mezz seats aren't bad! Beautiful theatre. Easy entry into the theater; no stress, no fuss, lines aren't too bad. Make sure to go to the restrooms before the show starts, as there are only restrooms in the basement level.

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Kat V.

Still a beautiful theatre, but as always theatres are chosen by the show there, not the venue.

The Outsiders! (Saturday, 12/28/24)
Jennifer Y.

Intimate and Perfect Setting for 2024 Tony Award Winning Musical "The Outsiders". Warm welcome wishes given at entrance and friendly ushers. No blind spots, great acoustic, comfortable seats in Mezzanine level. Loved it all! CHEERS!

Julie D.

First of all, wow. This may very well be my favorite theater. The best thing is that there are no blind spots. We got super lucky with our seats as they were on the aisle so it was easy to get in and out if you needed to go to the bathroom or get a snack. There were even a couple people selling water and snacks so you didn't have to leave your seat. The ushers were all so nice considering they were sacrificing the first of the year to what looked like a sold out show. Big shout out to the guy who told us to walk through the aisles on our way out so we were able to exit faster. You the real mvp. The show itself was amazing. I was very impressed by the stage design. They had a car drive in and back numerous times. There was even a rain effect. Don't even get me started on how real the fire looked.

Jose P.

The Bernard B. Jacobs Theater was a very good venue to see The Outsiders. I was impressed with the quick entry, including the security check, and the cordial Ushers that showed us to our seats. The theater is gorgeous, the stage is massive, and the sound system is concert quality. The performance was throughly enjoyed. The stage theatrics were mesmerizing, the choreography was award winning, and the emotions accompanying some of the songs were moving. Don't hesitate to enjoy this playhouse and its 2024 Tony Award winning best new musical.

Outsiders
Cole D.

Outsiders was a great show. But we sat on the end row on stage right and it was incredibly hard to hear! They either needed to turn up the mics or include another speaker right by us. I had to really lean in to listen. Visibility was good. Beautiful ceiling. Staff wasn't super organized and seemed a little frantic to me. Went down a couple aisles with no service or playbills offered.

Kseniya K.

The Outlaws was mind blowing--highly recommend! Incredible talent, soul stirring music, meaningful plot and lyrics. You will be blown away by the sheer force of emotions that you will experience. I was touched to the depths of my soul. Mezzanine is the most optimal location for watching The Outsiders, as a lot of props and stage are used, so if you're in orchestra, you'll be straining your neck to see some parts. Grab a coat, as the theater will get cold during second act. The show lasts two hours plus a 15 minute intermission.

Mary A.

We saw The Outsiders at this theater and had a great experience. The staff were all very kind and helpful since we needed mobility assistance. I don't think there was a bad seat. We loved the show and the theater.

Lisa P.

The staff welcomes you when you arrive. Once you are in the venue staff is willing to assist you to your seat. The inside of the venue is beautiful from the curtains to the ceiling. Just magical.

Cara T.

I saw Parade here last night. First off... the show was FABULOUS! OMG I can't put into words what an incredible piece of art I witnessed last night. I am so happy I got to see this limited engagement on Broadway. The theater itself is a smaller house, which gives the experience an intimate feel. All the ushers and front of house staff were friendly and helpful when getting everyone in and seated. I didn't even have to wait in line going through security, even though it was a sold out show! My one negative was the bathrooms are small and the seats are also very tight, which is unfortunately the norm in most Broadway houses. The AC was also blasting, so bring a sweater if you are coming here in the summer! I had the most amazing night at the theater last night and appreciate the staff for making us feel comfortable and safe! Also, shoutout to the audience members. It was probably the most respectful audience I have witnessed in a long time!

Glenn S.

Great small and charming theater without a bad seat in the house. We saw Cameron Crowe's Almost Famous during previews and thoroughly enjoyed it. The lighting, sound, and stage props were all top notch. The only downfall was that I ordered a large wine and they opened two "airline bottles" of a cheap wine and poured them into a plastic coffee cup and charged me $45!

Elena A.

I was lucky enough to see "The Outsiders" at the theater and it was so great because it's not a huge theater, but it's more in the intimate side. I had great seats fourth row, and definitely try to get the end seat. Was a small house in the back. They had a small bar and one little table where they sold merchandise. Definitely come back again for another show !

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Showbill and theater pre-show

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

4.4(281 reviews)
0.1 miTheater District, Midtown West

Before I start this review, if you have priority tickets, make sure that you go to the front near…read morewhere people are entering, but on the left-hand side of the doors. I wish I would've taken a picture because it was really confusing how to use our priority tickets because there were so many people standing in line they were blocking the sign. Also, you should definitely get the priority tickets. For us it was only $11 extra and it is WELL worth it. The play was amazing! Everybody did such a great job and I really loved Scorpius's character. Of course Tom Felton was there as the original Draco Malfoy, which is the entire reason that we came. If you want to during the play, you can order food to your seat which I thought was cool. The rest of the snacks were good for what they were. We booked through AAA and got a snack bag with popcorn water and a cursed child cup filled with Gummies. Everything was really good. If I could change one thing and I know this is like, "come on" but the seats were kind of uncomfortable. Google says that the Lyric Theatre was redone in 1996. The seats feel like they are from the 1930s so plan for that. Some

Saw Harry Potter and the Cursed Child -- 2 tickets in Row E, aisle seats ($789 total for a Sunday…read morematinee). ~3-hour show with a short intermission (~10 min) Seating is a bit narrow but overall comfortable These seats offered an AMAZING view for a live show Absolutely one of the best shows I've ever seen. The staging, effects, and performances were incredible. Wouldn't mind seeing it again! Perfect for both longtime Harry Potter fans and newcomers alike. I would not necessarily recommend for young kids as it's long.

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Inside; felt magical :)

Inside; felt magical :)

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Moulin Rouge - Can't believe she sleeps in and elephant. #goals

Moulin Rouge

4.3(175 reviews)
0.1 miMidtown West, Theater District, Hell's Kitchen

I received my Mother's Day gift early this year and it was absolutely unforgettable! My husband and…read moreI went to New York and took me to see Moulin Rouge on Broadway, and it was everything and more. The show was surprisingly modern, and completely captivating from start to finish. The energy in the theater was unreal as everyone, including celebrities, came out to celebrate Megan Thee Stallion in her final performance as Zidler. She was hilarious, quick, and owned that stage in every moment she appeared. Even though I've seen her perform on tour, it felt like such a special experience to witness. We soaked in the city, took in some sights, and of course grabbed a slice while we were there. I am beyond grateful to my husband for such an incredible and thoughtful gift. This is a memory I will never forget! Signed a Hottie

I usually scoff at stunt casting, but seeing Megan Thee Stallion's take on Harold Zidler is a time…read morewell had. Even though it's a non-traditional spin on the character, she infuses the role with her signature "hot girl" energy and is a total joy to watch on stage. Despite her massive personality, she manages not to overshadow the rest of the cast. I think that speaks volumes about the group's chemistry... she fits right in without upstaging anyone. Since it's a jukebox musical anyway, having Meg perform some of her own hits while the rest of the company joined in was a great touch. Having seen the original cast in the 2019 Moulin Rouge production, which was also wonderful, I'm really glad I got to experience both interpretations.

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Moulin Rouge - The end of the show. Well done!

The end of the show. Well done!

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Smokey Joe's Cafe

Smokey Joe's Cafe

4.9(10 reviews)
0.3 miMidtown West, Hell's Kitchen

Maybe Leiber and Stoller aren't super famous but their music is! This is a really cool jukebox…read moremusical with no plot but a continuous flowing song and dance with a cast of about 8 people. Since it was one set, they did a good job going from area to area to keep things visually interesting without breaking from the singing. At one point the actors ran through the audience aisles, which I usually find really unsettling, but the music is so catchy why not get up and dance? So simple in concept but really well executed. Only critique was the one girl who wasn't a size 2 had on long sleeves and pants under a dress. Like...it's not that hard to dress an averaged size woman. She had a great solo number too, so shame the costume designers fell flat. But it was a high energy show and not too pricey! Definitely recommend!

A MUST SEE!!! It is a most up lifting fun show/musical. 90…read moremin. of pure fun. Something that most of us could use in the world we are living in at the present. 90 min. without intermission. Just sit back relax. sink into the music and the songs. forget about everything else. You need not do anything, else. Just have a fabulous time and leave the theater with a big smile. I saw it twice already. Once during the previews and the second time, yesterday at opening night. I can go and see it many more times. It's one of those shows that because it's all singing one can go again and again and enjoy it the last time just as much as or more every time. Take a friend/s or go alone but don't miss it. Have fun!

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Smokey Joe's Cafe
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The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon - BOO... Looking good Jimmy Fallon tonight with your new sharp hairstyle and beard! 10/28/2022

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

4.3(127 reviews)
0.4 miTheater District, Midtown West

Date: Monday, March 2nd, 2026 Time: around 3:15pm…read moreParty of: 4 GUESTS THAT DAY - *Nicole Kidman *Luke Thompson *Jack Hughes, Quinn Hughes & Hilary Knight *Chef Mario Carbone One of my friends has been wanting to go to a Fallon show for the past few years. We take a yearly trip to NYC, so he always signs up. This year, we scored and got tickets. We actually signed up for two days and got into both. Mon had the better guest lists (at least in our opinion) so we gave up the other tix. It's a process to get in, so nothing too surprising. The earlier you get there, the more of a chance you will sit closer. All in all, we were out by around 6:30pm. Tho they did add a game that was going to air on a another day with I believe the One Piece cast? A good experience if you are into talk shows. It's free, and we got a jar of carbone sauce due to mario carbone being a guest. What's there to complain about? REVIEW #4000

I was excited to do this with my friend! Be sure to arrive early, since everyone else will be sure…read moreto line up. I'd say we got there around 315 and thankfully with this one, all the waiting is indoors. The whole thing including the taping takes about 4 hours. Getting to wait inside 30 rock and have access to the bathrooms is also super nice. The seating is at random but it's all still a really fun experience.

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The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon - J-Hope on Jimmy Fallon debuting "Sweet Dreams" - 3/11/2025

J-Hope on Jimmy Fallon debuting "Sweet Dreams" - 3/11/2025

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Where the Tonight Show is filmed!

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Speakeasy Magick - Next door all the way in the back of the dry cleaners. Beautiful speakeasy.

Speakeasy Magick

4.5(42 reviews)
1.1 miFlatiron

I go to a ton of magic shows, and somehow Speakeasy Magick still completely blew me away. This…read moredidn't feel like the usual "magic show" experience at all. No cheesy jokes, no awkward crowd work, no fake game-show energy. Just really smart, insanely talented magicians doing impossible things right in front of you. What also stood out was that every single performer was great. Usually at shows like this there's at least one act you're waiting to end. Not here. Everyone was cool, confident, funny in a natural way, and honestly just seemed like people you'd want to hang out with afterward. The whole vibe of the night is awesome too. Everyone's dressed up, the room feels intimate, and it somehow manages to feel classy without being pretentious. It's one of the few nights out in NYC lately where I walked away genuinely impressed. Even if you already like magic, this is on another level.

The show itself is actually quite fun which is exactly why I booked it for a group of friends…read morevisiting from out of town. Unfortunately, the way this was handled turned what should have been a great night into a pretty bitter experience. There are far better ways to spend $200 than having your plans canceled on you at the last minute. Here's what happened: * My 10 p.m. tickets were canceled with only about a week's notice for my group. * I was told that 7 p.m. tickets were available instead. * I immediately replied confirming I would take those tickets. * Two days later, I was told those 7 p.m. tickets were no longer available. * Somehow, it seems acceptable to cancel my booking but not others'. If you're going to cancel on customers, at least handle the rebooking process competently and fairly. This felt disorganized at best and careless at worst.

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Speakeasy Magick - The host and all of the magicians of the night.

The host and all of the magicians of the night.

Speakeasy Magick - Waiting area

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Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre - theater - Updated May 2026

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