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Gershwin Theatre

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Gershwin Theatre is a theater at 222 West 51st Street in New York, NY.

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Event-day answers for Gershwin Theatre

FanProof verdictFor Wicked at the Gershwin, book designated wheelchair or companion spaces in rear Orchestra or Mezzanine if you need accessible seating; other seating locations require stairs. Main-lobby elevators reach rear Orchestra on the third floor and the fourth-floor lobby; the wheelchair-accessible restroom is on the second floor.

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What do you need to know?

Getting inBag rules, screening and your event

Bags & entry

Gershwin/WICKED searches all bags. Luggage, shopping bags and other packages that will not fit comfortably at your seat are prohibited and cannot be checked. The reviewed FAQ states no numerical ordinary bag maximum. Confirm necessary supplies and your performance.

Events, tickets & arrival timeline

Your event day

Travel time
  1. 12:45 PM
    Leave30 minutes to get there, then into the gates by your arrival time.
  2. 1:15 PMArrivePlanning estimate: 45 minutes before start. Check your ticket for doors and check-in times.
  3. 2:00 PMStartListed start time. Doors usually open earlier; check your ticket.
  4. AfterGetting homeCheck your ride or last train home

Times are in the venue's local time.

Venue details
Venue typeTheater
CapacityNot publishedCheck the layout and available seating for your event.
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Localtime

When to arrive

Allow about 45 minutes before curtain for screening and finding your section. The show’s FAQ warns that late orchestra arrivals may be held in the lobby until approximately 20 minutes into the performance; this varies by section and house management. Confirm the actual showtime rather than using box-office opening hours.

Transit & the journey home

Use the entrance at 222 West 51st Street, New York, NY 10019.

Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Parking

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Parking At A Glance

What to do
Parking lots are located within one block of the theatre. ParkWhiz https://www.parkwhiz.com/gershwin-theatre-parking

Location

222 West 51st Street

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Seats & views

Accessibility

Gershwin/WICKED wheelchair and companion spaces are in REAR ORCHESTRA (third floor) and MEZZANINE (fourth floor); other seating generally requires stairs. The designated main-lobby elevator reaches rear orchestra and the second/fourth-floor restroom levels; the MAIN ORCHESTRA is not accessible by elevator/escalator. Up to THREE companion seats per wheelchair place may be purchased if available. Confirm the exact route before buying. Caption/audio-description devices are on the second level, with induction-loop and GalaPro support also listed.

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Seating maps & views

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Real photos from the seats

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Seating reference · Gershwin Theatre orchestra and mezzanine
Seating & atmosphere notes

Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Access and ticket help

Accessible inventory is sold through the event listing for Gershwin Theatre; choose the accessible-ticket path before selecting seats. Monday - Wednesday 10am - 8pm Thursday - Saturday 10am - 8:30pm

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The experience

  • Best for: Wicked on Broadway with the orchestra or mezzanine section chosen around the production and your access needs
  • Watch out for: Wicked’s current FAQ identifies designated wheelchair/companion locations in the rear orchestra and mezzanine; other seating locations require stairs. Coordinate with the theatre before purchase. Bags are inspected, and luggage, shopping bags or large packages that will not fit with you at your seat are neither checked nor admitted.
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Event details to verify

  • ×Children under 5 years of age will not be admitted into the theater. Recommended age for children is 8 years and up. There is nothing of a vulgar or sexual nature, but there are adult themes. Everyone is required to have a ticket.
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222 West 51st Street · New York, NY

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Gershwin/WICKED searches all bags. Luggage, shopping bags and other packages that will not fit comfortably at your seat are prohibited and cannot be checked. The reviewed FAQ states no numerical ordinary bag maximum. Confirm necessary supplies and your performance.

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Destination
Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street · New York, NY.
When to arrive
Allow about 45 minutes before curtain for screening and finding your section. The show’s FAQ warns that late orchestra arrivals may be held in the lobby until approximately 20 minutes into the performance; this varies by section and house management. Confirm the actual showtime rather than using box-office opening hours.
Transit
Use the entrance at 222 West 51st Street, New York, NY 10019.
Parking
Parking lots are located within one block of the theatre. ParkWhiz https://www.parkwhiz.com/gershwin-theatre-parking.
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Gershwin/WICKED wheelchair and companion spaces are in REAR ORCHESTRA (third floor) and MEZZANINE (fourth floor); other seating generally requires stairs. The designated main-lobby elevator reaches rear orchestra and the second/fourth-floor restroom levels; the MAIN ORCHESTRA is not accessible by elevator/escalator. Up to THREE companion seats per wheelchair place may be purchased if available. Confirm the exact route before buying. Caption/audio-description devices are on the second level, with induction-loop and GalaPro support also listed.

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Use the entrance at 222 West 51st Street, New York, NY 10019. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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