Ritz Theatre (1921) New York, NY | Playbill

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The Ritz Theatre opened in 1921, designed by Herbert J. Krapp for the Shuberts. Following decades of use as a broadcast studio and cinema, Jujamcyn Theatres purchased and restored the venue to legitimate use as the Walter Kerr, named for the New York theatre critic.

  • Built: 1921
  • Number of Seats: 918
  • Longest Running Show: Hadestown
  • Performances: 1,420

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