NYC's Ed Sullivan Theater: History, Shows & More!
Ever walked past a building and felt a shiver of history run down your spine? The Ed Sullivan Theater at 1697 Broadway, New York, NY 10019, isn't just a building; it's a living, breathing monument to entertainment's golden age. This is where legends were made, where musical revolutions ignited, and where America gathered every Sunday night.
More than just bricks and mortar, the Ed Sullivan Theater stands as a testament to the transformative power of television and live performance. Its story is a winding narrative of vaudeville dreams, radio dramas, and the electrifying energy of rock and roll. From its humble beginnings as Hammerstein's Theatre in 1927, conceived by Arthur Hammerstein as a tribute to his father, Oscar Hammerstein I, to its current role as the home of CBS's "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," the theater has continuously reinvented itself, mirroring the ever-changing landscape of American entertainment. What started as a venue for Broadway plays soon evolved, becoming first the Manhattan Theatre, then Billy Rose's Music Hall, and subsequently CBS Radio Playhouse No. 4. Each transformation layered upon its rich history, creating a palimpsest of performance etched in the very walls.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Ed Sullivan Theater (originally Hammerstein's Theatre) |
| Address | 1697 Broadway, New York, NY 10019 |
| Opened | 1927 (as Hammerstein's Theatre) |
| Original Purpose | Broadway Theater |
| Developer | Arthur Hammerstein |
| Named After | Ed Sullivan (in 1967) |
| Previous Names | Hammerstein's Theatre, Manhattan Theatre, Billy Rose's Music Hall, CBS Radio Playhouse No. 4 |
| "The Ed Sullivan Show" Broadcast Years | 1953-1971 (approx. 23 years) |
| Current Use | Home of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" |
| Notable Events | American debut of The Beatles, appearances by Elvis Presley, The Rolling Stones, and Jim Morrison. Richard Pryor's debut on the Ed Sullivan Show. |
| Tickets for "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" | Available via lottery system, often free but requires advance planning. |
| Website | Ed Sullivan Theater Official Website |
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