Beacon Theater Tours

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Beacon Theater


The Upper West Side features an iconic theater with a history of hosting famous performers and dazzling schedules of shows year-round to suit everyone.

With a beautiful interior and excellent acoustics, the Beacon Theatre attracts many of the world’s top stars of the stage. Book a ticket to see everything from music concerts to comedy events and renowned speakers. Before or after the show, visit the attractions of New York’s Upper West Side, within easy distance of the theater.

The Beacon Theatre was designed in the art deco style by architect Walter W. Ahlschlager. Learn about the history of the theater, which was intended as a venue for silent films and originally had an airway beacon on the roof. However, by the time of the delayed opening in 1929, movies already had sound. The site transformed into a concert venue in the 1970s. Since then, stars such as Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones, David Bowie and the Allman Brothers have graced the stage, with Mariah Carey performing an annual Christmas special for several years.

In 2009, the Madison Square Garden Company completed a restoration, and the grand building has since won esteemed architectural awards. Check the program for a range of events to enjoy in the three-tiered venue. In the past, President Bill Clinton and the Dalai Lama have appeared, along with Jerry Seinfeld and film premiers for the Tribeca Film Festival.

It its location in New York City’s Upper West Side, the theater is surrounded by exciting attractions. Visit the American Museum of Natural History to see gigantic dinosaur skeletons and explore interactive science displays. At the Lincoln Center, enjoy performances by the New York Philharmonic and New York City Ballet. Delve into history at the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, one of the world’s largest churches.

Discover the many attractions of Central Park you’ll likely recognize movie backdrops at every turn. Have your camera ready for the stunning Shakespeare Garden and Belvedere Castle. Beatles fans love Strawberry Fields, where the Imagine mosaic pays tribute to John Lennon.

The Beacon Theatre is open year-round with an action-packed schedule of shows. Park for a fee at garages within walking distance of the theater. Alternatively, subway and bus stops are nearby.

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