The Imperial Theatre opened in 1923 as a home for musical comedies, making it the Shuberts’ fiftieth playhouse in New York City area.
Imperial Theatre box office
Imperial Theatre lobby
Designed by architect Herbert J. Krapp, the theatre was built in the 18th century Adam style, featuring elaborate neoclassic interiors.
The theatre opened with a hit musical, Mary Jane McKane, which would set the pace for the theatre, housing some of Broadway’s most notable and successful musicals.
While some theatres faced hardship during the Great Depression, the Imperial Theatre’s opening nights were the pinnacle of glamour in the 1930s.
Throughout its history, the Imperial Theatre has been the home to new works from iconic theatre creators including Cole Porter, Rodgers and Hart, and more.
The imperial stage was also seen performances from legendary theatre stars including Ethel Merman, Ben Vereen, Mary Martin, and more.
Imperial Theatre auditorium
Imperial Theatre auditorium
Imperial Theatre auditorium
Imperial Theatre auditorium
Imperial Theatre auditorium
Imperial Theatre auditorium
Imperial Theatre auditorium
Imperial Theatre auditorium
Imperial Theatre auditorium
Carousel at the Imperial Theatre
Marc J. Franklin
