August Wilson Theatre
245 West 52nd Street, New York, NY
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About August Wilson Theatre
Located in the Theater District of Midtown Manhattan, the August Wilson Theatre stands at 245 West 52nd Street. This historic venue, opened in 1925, was designed by architects C. Howard Crane and Kenneth Franzheim for the Theatre Guild. With a seating capacity of approximately 1,225 across two levels, it offers audiences an intimate setting for Broadway productions. The theater is named in honor of August Wilson, the celebrated Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, and is recognized by the city as a designated landmark for its distinctive facade.