Originally named the Warner Bros. Hollywood Theatre, the Mark Hellinger was built in 1930.
Designed by architect Thomas W. Lamb, the 1,505-seat theatre was built as a movie palace for the studio's films.
In 1934 it was refurbished as a legitimate theatre and later renamed after the renowned theatre journalist in 1949.
Mark Hellinger Theatre lobby
Mark Hellinger Theatre lobby
Mark Hellinger Theatre lobby
Throughout its history, the theatre ushered in the Broadway debuts of iconic musicals including My Fair Lady in 1955 and Jesus Christ Superstar in 1971.
The theatre also saw revivals of classic works including Macbeth and Oliver!
The Mark Hellinger stage also saw performances from legendary theatre performers including Glenda Jackson and Patti LuPone.
Mark Hellinger Theatre auditorium
Additionally, the Hellinger was home for the Tony Awards in 1969, 1970, 180, 1981, and 1987.
Mark Hellinger Theatre auditorium
Mark Hellinger Theatre auditorium
Mark Hellinger Theatre auditorium
Mark Hellinger Theatre auditorium
Mark Hellinger Theatre auditorium
Mark Hellinger Theatre auditorium
Mark Hellinger Theatre
Mark Hellinger Theatre basement
Mark Hellinger Theatre basement
Mark Hellinger Theatre
Fifty-five years after it became a legitimate theatre, in 1989 the Mark Hellinger Theatre was leased to the Times Square Chruch. The church purchased it from the Nederlander Organization in 1991, and continues to operate it as a place of worship in Manhattan.
