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August Wilson Theatre

Est. 1925
August Wilson Theatre
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Opened in 1925 as the Guild Theatre, built for the Theatre Guild. It later operated as the ANTA Playhouse and the Virginia Theatre before being renamed in 2005 for playwright August Wilson. Jersey Boys was the house's longest-running production.

Getting there

The house is in the Theater District, within walking distance of the Times Square-42nd Street subway and transit hub.

On now

Paranormal Activity

Play · August Wilson Theatre · New York · Running

Opens 2026-08-25