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    Jin Hao Y.

    We went to see Lord Nil: 7 Deadly Sins here. It was a very entertaining play. A majority of the people that also came to see when we went seemed to be people associated with NYU but nevertheless, I enjoyed the show. There is some interaction between the cast and the audience for a bit of it and the play was actually acted out pretty well.

    Right Orchestra Row C Seats 2 and 4 have clear line of sight of the whole stage.
    Oi W.

    9/21/24 Small intimate theater. Right Orchestra Row C Seats 2 and 4 have clear line of sight of the whole stage. Plenty of leg space.

    JiHae L.

    I've never been here before, so going to this theater was a big deal. The stage isn't that large, so the play or show can't be a big production. I liked how the entire venue was decorated, and it made the place feel like you're in the dungeons and dragons game. There's three levels, but there is no need to worry as there's escalators for those who can't climb stairs. You can get refreshments and snacks for those who want to quench their thirst or eat something small. There's also a water fountain too. The ladies' room is on the second floor, and there are changing tables in the two stalls. For where you sit, it's not a large theater, so anywhere you sit, you'll have a good view of the stage. For the d&d interactive production, the entire venue was perfect for it. I wouldn't mind going back.

    Kinkyboots
    Ling C.

    I was gifted these Kinkyboots tickets. Last Sunday afternoon, I took my mother. We were shocked where we seated. Row D is the 4th row from the stage. I was wary how my mom would react to the storyline. My fear was squashed when I saw her clapping her hands to the beat. The show is extremely energetic, and fun to watch. The energy in the whole theatre changed instantly, as soon as the curtains rose. It's an important story of history, family, friends, and finding and staying true to yourself. I like the motto of this show: "You change the world when you change your mind." The man at the will call desk and the usher who escorted us to our seats were very helpful. I would gladly go to another show at this theater.

    Chin T.

    We went to see "Dungeons and Dragons: The Twenty Sided Tavern." It was very interactive, you get to use your phone and participate on the outcome of the play. Would highly recommend coming here to watch the show!

    Lucie T.

    Came here with my friend to see Kinky Boots, it was a great show to see. This was my first time at this theater and it's a pretty nice venue. The lines outside gets long quickly, the restrooms are in the first floor, they are escalators and stairs to go upstairs to the theater. They have a bar to with light drinks and snacks. The seats are a bit wider than most theaters, which was comfortable.

    We got in!!  $20 tkts (great seats) via "20 at 20"...get your $20 tkts before 9/22/19!
    Andie E.

    Adding this theater to my list of fave theaters! I've been here before but just returned tonight to see Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish. I can't rave enough about this show. It was just wonderful! I don't speak or understand Yiddish at all, but I thoroughly enjoyed this show. There are subtitles on both sides of the stage, in big font, so there is no problem at all reading the subtitles. The entire cast was so talented! Great acting, singing and dancing. This was a heartfelt story, filled with history and traditions, and trying to navigate life in the ever changing world. Deep stuff, yet wonderful moments of lighthearted laughter and celebrations. This play had it all. It's a Must See! Even better when you can currently get $20 tickets on the day of the show, via "20 at 20"...you can purchase $20 tkts, 20 min before the show. My friends and I went on a Thursday evening and got 6th row orchestra seats! These tkts are only available until 9/22/19, so go soon to take advantage of this deal! My only issue with this theater is that it has a tiny lobby. Waiting on line in the lobby is an issue, until they open the doors for admittance. But the great staff does the best they can, given the limited lobby space. I must note that this smallish theater has a huge bathroom with many stalls! Kudos to Stage 42 for their restrooms! The theater seating is great; lots of leg room; every seat is a good seat. Great sound. Professional and friendly staff. Now go get your $20 tkts for this amazing show while you still can!

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    Kia A.

    Went here to see Smokey Joes Cafe, I loved the play!! This review is about the theatre. Location: This is easy to locate; a short walk about 3-5 minutes from Port Authority 42nd Street station. I should let you know either side of the street has its obstacles. The side of the bus station is full of sketchy characters- if you're lacking grit it could be a bit unnerving. The opposite side is just a matter of navigation the jitneys and people rushing home. Theatre: The lobby is small so don't think you can linger there too comfortably as you wait for friends. The people who work there are very friendly which is a bonus. The theatre has an escalator to get to the seats- what a blessing! After walking the stairs at Spongebob and nearly laying down on the ground telling my husband to just leave me behind- I was so excited for the escalator! I'm lazy and I admit it!! The theatre is stadium seating so no having to alter you angle for the person in front of you! That was also glorious!!! I sat in row L seat 105 I think- I didn't miss anything and the seat was very comfy!! Also it was a bit cold in there so bring a jacket or a pashmina to stay warm!! After the show was done I went to the front to take pics and I'm so glad the usher didn't yell at me to leave like they do at other theaters. I took pictures of others and myself. I don't know if they always have this perk but there was a guy by the step and repeat taking photos for people with the cast! That worked out for me since I went to this show solo. Bathroom: This is a large bathroom with ample stalls I would say approximately 20. This is a lot for Broadway!! Plenty of sinks and mirrors.

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    We came here to see Potted Potter, which is a summary of the 7 Harry Potter books in 70 minutes acted out by 2 guys.

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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)
    0.4 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(174 reviews)
    0.2 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)
    0.0 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
    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(126 reviews)
    0.7 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.

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    Waiting area

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