American Airlines Theatre
American Airlines Theatre
The American Airlines Theatre opened as the Selwyn Theatre in 1918, named for its producers Edgar and Arch Selwyn. After functioning as a grindhouse since the Depression, the Selwyn Theatre was fully restored in 2000 by the Roundabout Theatre Company and renamed the American Airlines Theatre.
- Built: 1918
- Number of Seats: 740
- Longest Running Show: The 39 Steps
- Performances: 771
- Stage Door: As you exit, the stage door is to the left of the 43rd St. exit. Sometimes actors exit through the main 42nd St. entrance, so check with staff where to wait.
- Bathrooms: <p>Orchestra level. Wheelchair-accessible restroom also on orchestra level.</p> <p>Orchestra level. Wheelchair-accessible restroom also on orchestra level.</p>
- Concessions: Orchestra level. Penthouse Lounge on 5th Floor.
Previous Shows in This Building
Name History
| American Airlines Theatre | 2000 |
| Selwyn Theatre | 1918 |
