Walter Kerr Theater
Walter Kerr Theater
4
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
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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232 reviews
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Very good
64
Average
25
Poor
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Terrible
9
Kelli
Keller, TX1,356 contributions
Mar 2022 • Family
This theatre is all about choosing the right seat. The mezzanine offers the best view of all of the details of the current show in this theatre (Hadestown). The men’s restrooms are in the stairway one flight up from orchestra on the right side of the house, and women’s restrooms are the same but on house left. The balcony gets very warm, but the rear mezz is a bit cooler when the show is on and the lights are out. If you sit in the back row, you’ll occasionally hear the bartender and ushers whispering.
Written 24 March 2022
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seanworc
New York City, NY714 contributions
Aug 2022
The Walter Kerr Theater os one of the 40+ major theater houses in the Theater District. It was named for Mr. Kerr who was the long time theater critic for the New York Times. It is a proscenium arch theater. Very good sight lines. For women, I suggest you go to the bathroom before the show. The lines for the ladies room are very long. Saw "Hadestown" this time.
Written 3 August 2022
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MBFNCNative
Cary, NC388 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
This is a small broadway theatre with great sound and presentation. Unfortunately, with this small size comes long lines and difficulties with common facilities, so order ahead for drinks and plan wash room needs accordingly. Also, seats are tight, so select as you feel best for your needs.
Written 25 January 2020
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Written 5 February 2020
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reise3
1,287 contributions
Nov 2022 • Family
Loved the small, old theatre with its decorative gold leaf designs, ornate ceiling decorations, and large murals. The theater’s unique details make it a neat spot to see a show. We sat front row Mezzanine & had a great view of the stage. Hadestown is worth seeing on Broadway or on its national tour.
Written 21 January 2023
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Annette p
Scappoose, OR89 contributions
Feb 2023
This theater was very cramped. We had seats center of the first row on the mezzanine and beware that legroom is sparse here, which was not great for my 6'4" husband. The bathroom lines snake down the stairs and the bar line snakes up the stairs. Even the merchandise and drinks have to be purchased from the back of the theater.
Written 1 March 2023
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JoeNathan9249
Saint Paul, MN6,024 contributions
Apr 2023
Saw stunning performance of Hadestown here _ April, 2023. Beautiful older theater. 2 suggestions
1. Go to restroom before performance. Facilities are very limited and lines are huge
2. Buy merch and drinks before performance. Again, very small area in which to purchase and mobbed during intermission and after performance
1. Go to restroom before performance. Facilities are very limited and lines are huge
2. Buy merch and drinks before performance. Again, very small area in which to purchase and mobbed during intermission and after performance
Written 3 April 2023
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Michael B
Sydney, Australia89 contributions
May 2024 • Family
I went to the Walter Kerr theatre with my daughter to see Hadestown. Both the theatre and the show were amazing. Great venue and we had seats in the front row. Very close to the show, but still comfortable to watch and really engaging.
Written 2 June 2024
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disgustorama
134 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
This theater is beautiful and the staff is very friendly and extremely helpful. My friend has a disability and she uses a walker. The usher assisted her until she got seated, asked if she was going to need it during the intermission and promptly came to help her with the walker at the end of the show.
Bravo!!!!!👏🏼
Bravo!!!!!👏🏼
Written 18 April 2024
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GSP67
Barnegat, NJ241 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
Recently attended Springsteen on Broadway with my GF at the Walter Kerr Theatre. This theatre is located in the Theatre District in Times Square, NYC on 48th Street between 7th and 8th Avenue. Although our seats were in the orchestra, due to the relatively small size of this theatre, any seat would be a good seat. In regard to the orchestra seating, there are roughly 10 seats in the right and left orchestra seating and approximately 20 seats in the center orchestra. While the seats are close together as well as the rows, the theatre seating was comfortable. Note that there is no Coat check. The theatre offered two small bars that offered drinks and snacks on the orchestra level. The sound was excellent. Directly across the street from the theatre are several restaurants and bars. The nearest hotel if staying in the city is the Renaissance Hotel. This hotel was excellent, see my review. ...enjoy the show.
Written 16 November 2017
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Franked18
Auckland Central, New Zealand8 contributions
Sept 2014 • Friends
This was the first theatre I experienced in NYC (seeing 'Gentleman's Guide...'), and I was fascinated by the utter lack of public space. I soon learned that this was typical for Broadway theatres, however it may pay novices to note the following:
1. There is NO foyer. Just an entrance wide enough to accommodate the box office at one end. The bars and merchandise stands sit at the rear of the auditorium. There is absolutely no personal space available in this theatre.
2. The seats are a little smaller than what I consider usual. Leg room is minimal, however as a 5'11 male my knees didn't touch the seat in front; I had a small backpack with me though, which was a real inconvenience.
3. For all the problems its small size incurs, the theatre is wonderfully intimate. I sat 4 rows from the back of the Orchestra, and the view was superb. You really don't need to fork out for premium seats to have a good view. (At the time I booked, even the two seats on the end of each row were price-hiked - testament I guess to the theatre's reputation for limited leg-room).
1. There is NO foyer. Just an entrance wide enough to accommodate the box office at one end. The bars and merchandise stands sit at the rear of the auditorium. There is absolutely no personal space available in this theatre.
2. The seats are a little smaller than what I consider usual. Leg room is minimal, however as a 5'11 male my knees didn't touch the seat in front; I had a small backpack with me though, which was a real inconvenience.
3. For all the problems its small size incurs, the theatre is wonderfully intimate. I sat 4 rows from the back of the Orchestra, and the view was superb. You really don't need to fork out for premium seats to have a good view. (At the time I booked, even the two seats on the end of each row were price-hiked - testament I guess to the theatre's reputation for limited leg-room).
Written 10 December 2014
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Restrooms in Walter Kerr are on opposite sides. Can someone please tell me which side the Women's restroom is on? Big or small seat numbers? Left or right side of orchestra, facing the stage? Thanks!
Written 24 May 2019
Curious about security. I'd like to carry a portable phone charger (think a larger battery) for the day we're spending in NYC before attending the evening show. Would the battery be an issue at security? Thanks!
Written 7 November 2018
I don't see how a phone charger or a battery will be a problem.
Written 7 November 2018
Hels Bells
Glasgow, United Kingdom
What’s the best way to get a ticket? Only 1 as it just me! 🤗
Written 4 October 2018
For Springsteen? Stubhub. is the safest resale site out there. Expect to pay muchly
Written 4 October 2018
Can you recommend closest and safest parking to the show?
Written 23 August 2018
There are 3 garages on the block that the theater is located. All are indoor 'the valet will take it' places.
All are safe
All are expensive.
If you have "Spot Hero" app on your phone you will likely save a decent amount on your parking
Written 23 August 2018
LaLa
Tampa, Florida
Typically on a Tuesday show, what time does Bruce Springsteen arrive at the stage door....hopefully sometimes stopping for autographs.
Written 9 August 2018
Bruce seems to come earlier on Tuesdays due to not performing on Sundays and Mondays. His Tuesday arrival time is often between 5:30 and 6:00. On the days after he has performed the day before, Bruce typically arrives between 6:30 and 7:00. He usually signs some autographs before entering.
Written 10 August 2018
¿en Cuánto están los boletos para el jefe?
Si puedes decirme en pesos mexicanos o bien, en dolares!
Gracias!
Written 19 July 2018
All tickets are sold out for all shows. There are seats on websites such as StubHub and Ticketmaster where you can can pay premium prices for seats. Around $500.00 USD per seat. Best seast are over $1,000 USD.
Written 19 July 2018
crazyjaney77
United States
For those that have sat in the right box seats at the Springsteen on Broadway show, was the entire piano area visible? Thanks for any help!
Written 22 June 2018
Yes. It was the best concert I have been to. The right box seats are fantastic. You can see everything. Check out the photo on my review. Fantastic performance fantastic seats.
Written 23 June 2018
Hi Can you tell me what time Bruce and his wife arrive at the theatres
Written 6 May 2018
A couple of hours before the start of the show.. you are better waiting at the exit door after the show when they will spend more time interacting with the fans....
Written 6 May 2018
You can order drinks online ahead of time. Is there an advantage to doing this? Will there be little to no line?
I started the process but I had 3 choices when it came time to pick up the drinks, and as you can imagine I can't say for sure exactly what time I will be ready for a beer :-)
Written 29 April 2018
I’m not aware if you can order online. The bar is small and tightly packed but stays open throughout. I arrived 15 minutes prior to show and bar was 10-15 people deep. I skipped to be on my seat (show starts promptly at scheduled time). Best bet might be to get there 20-30 min early.
Written 6 May 2018
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