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Ways to visit Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre

The best way to experience the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre is to attend a performance. Check the calendar and book your ticket in advance, since shows at the Jacobs often sell out. If you don’t plan on seeing a show, you can always pass by and learn about New York theater history on a Theater District walking tour.

Things to know before you go to Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre

Theater lovers won’t be disappointed with a show at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre—which has been staging plays for nearly 100 years.
Spontaneous theatergoers should try their luck at the TKTS kiosk in Times Square, which offers same-day tickets at a discount.
Though the theater isn’t fully wheelchair-accessible, the orchestra section is.
Arrive on time or risk losing your seat.

How to get to Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre

The easiest way to reach the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre is by subway. Take the N, Q, R, W, 7, 1, 2, or 3 train to the centrally located Times Square-42nd Street stop. Alternatively, take the A, C, or E train to the 42nd Street-Port Authority Bus Terminal stop. The theater is a short walk from either station, on West 45th Street between Broadway and Eighth avenues.

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Visit the Museum of Modern Art

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