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Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre
A Broadway house on West 45th Street, also labelled Jacobs Theatre in current listings, with several seating levels around a proscenium stage.
- Location
- 242 West 45th Street, New York, NY 10036
A place worth knowing
Those two names refer to the same theatre, so keep the address as your reference. Book through the current production's official link and compare seating sections carefully. Check the venue's accessibility information before choosing an upper-level seat.
Practical details last checked 23 Sept 2026
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Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre
242 West 45th Street, New York, NY 10036
Accessibility
Access details have not been confirmed.
Opening hours
Opening hours have not been confirmed. Check the official website before visiting.
242 West 45th Street, New York, NY 10036
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