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American Airlines Theater
4.5
#201 of 1,447 things to do in New York City
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10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Fully renovated theater (formerly Selwyn) hosts the Roundabout Theatre Company. The troupe performs plays and musicals.
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Neighbourhood: Hudson Yards
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  • 42nd St – Port Authority Bus Terminal • 1 min walk
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Lori S
New York City, NY8 contributions
Beautiful theater - great experience!
May 2022
Went here this evening to see the next-to-the-last performance of Birthday Candles which was a sweet, lovely play with Debra Messing as the lead.

The theater is beautiful, and also comfortable. The orchestra seats were downright spacious for Broadway theaters! Even if you are a significantly plus-sized patron, you will fit comfortably in the width of these seats. However, I can't speak to legroom in the rows, as we sat in the first row and so had all the legroom we could want.

You can take an elevator up to the 5th floor where there is a large lounge area with plenty of tables and chairs where you can relax until the house opens. There is also a balcony overlooking the street.

There were bathrooms on both the 5th floor level and the orchestra level. All of the staff was friendly and efficient. Overall, a very well managed house.
Written May 28, 2022
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westie783
Westfield, NJ3 contributions
Roundabout Theater
May 2022
AA is the main stage for Roundabout Theater Company. Easy access and stellar productions in the heart of Manhattan!
Written May 19, 2022
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Sunshine34500
West Orange, NJ2,086 contributions
First time here!!!
Nov. 2019 • Couples
Technically renamed The Roundabout Theatre/American Airlines. Lots of dollars to refurbish. Small in scale, on two floors with comfortable seating. We sat in top box and you cannot see the stage on the left. For a musical, this is definitely not where you want to be. But for a comedy/drama, it’s not too bad.
Written November 6, 2019
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dudley010
Poplarville, MS121 contributions
Great venue.
Nov. 2019
Very accessible. Comfortable seats. Safe exits. great acoustics, convenient bar, good location for taxis.
Written November 6, 2019
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SPN21
Ringgold, GA654 contributions
Venerable venue for the 'true' Broadway experience
Oct. 2019
This is a lovely, older theater with a long history for quality plays. The seats in the mezzanine are narrow and have limited leg room but the view lines are impeccable. There are no bad seats, We went to see Rose Tattoo which is the current, renowned play to appear at the AA theater. If you can go to the box office on the day of the performance then Rush tickets are the way to go. We will go back. If you find this information to be helpful please click the link below to let us know.
Written October 25, 2019
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Sightsee722964
Halifax, Canada2 contributions
"All My Sons" was Breathtaking!!!
Jun. 2019 • Family
Such a beautiful theater! Plenty of seats, yet still great views from anywhere. The reason I came to New York City was to see Annette Bening in "All My Sons", and I was not disappointed! She was amazing, as always, as were Tracy Letts, Benjamin Walker and everyone else involved! Don't miss this theater and production on your trip to New York!
Written June 11, 2019
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stlbrd
140 contributions
Visit the bar before the play
Apr. 2019 • Solo
Just saw All My Sons and it was fabuous! The added treat was to visit the upstairs bar with an overlook of 42nd street. The drinks may be a bit pricey ($18 for a small glass of wine), but it is a nice place to sit and relax.
Written April 20, 2019
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Miriahm D
Boulder, CO1,122 contributions
All My Sons
Apr. 2019 • Couples
We were seated on the side and closeup--but not in the side "boxes" definitely don't sit there, those seats are too obstructed. This Arthur Miller production was well acted,and absolutely worthwhile, this was the3rd time to see and this production, with Annette Benning,,was the best
Written April 17, 2019
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Allan S
New York City, NY6,453 contributions
Very nice old theater with good sight lines
Mar. 2019 • Couples
Went here to see a play about two brothers
With different approaches to life. Called to west.
The venue was a lovely old house with wonderful pained ceiling and old style embellishments . Not a bad seat in the house but prices were a bit high. Made for a lovely Sunday matinee.
Written March 6, 2019
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Zoom_Gotti
Henderson, NV1,544 contributions
True West On A Limited Run at AA Theater
Feb. 2019 • Solo
Smack on 42nd Street, it couldn't be easier to find and get to. You can arrive here a bit early because they might let you wait in the lobby area and upstairs for the theater doors to open. A positive is the elevator. But when you choose your seat, don't select the side loges because you might have to crane your neck to see the corners of the set. I don't know why directors can't correct for this? You can also borrow a radio activated headset for better sound clarity. Roundabout, a non-profit theater company, produces here and have staged many acclaimed shows. True West, now playing with Paul Dano and Ethan Hawke, is one of those sibling rivalry stories with both humor and pathos. It may not carry well with lesser talent; but these guys bring real spirit to their parts.
Written February 25, 2019
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American Airlines Theater is open:
  • Sun - Mon 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Tue - Sat 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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