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First Look at the Newly Restored Majestic Theatre
September 11, 2024, 6:38.39 pm ET

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Photos: Whitney Cox

The Shubert Organization has unveiled the restored Majestic Theatre (245 West 44th Street) which has undergone a 16-month restoration process after the closing of the long-running musical “The Phantom of the Opera” in April 2023

Originally built in 1927 by the Chanin Brothers -- as part of a three-theatre complex that also included the Royale (now the Jacobs) and the Theatre Masque (now the Golden) – the Majestic will officially reopen in November with the upcoming revival of “Gypsy” starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald.

The refurbishments include the construction of a completely new stage floor, a full overhaul of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and sprinkler systems, a new HVAC for the entire theatre, and the restoration of its iconic chandelier.

Other improvements include newly expanded restroom spaces for theatre patrons, as well as three brand new concession stands. Cosmetic renovations included detailed plaster restoration, a four-process, $3 million paint job, and new wallpaper that matches the appearance of the first box archway in the auditorium. The dressing rooms have also been fully renovated with brand new materials. The exterior has been brightened, with a restored marquee awning and new digital signage replacing the previous materials.

“It’s an auspicious day for this 97-year-old theatre, as we welcome friends and family to view the Majestic as it was meant to be seen,” said Robert E. Wankel, chairman and CEO of the Shubert Organization. “Both the Majestic’s restoration and this revival of ‘Gypsy’ speak to the importance of Broadway and the Broadway Theatre District in the cultural fabric of NYC, America, and the entire world.”



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