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Lunt-Fontanne Theatre

Formerly the Globe Theatre

  • 1,505 seats
  • 2levels
  • Proscenium stage
  • Opened 1910

Imani's take

A 1910 shell with a 1958 interior: two levels, about 1,500 seats, built for musicals. It's a half-block from the Times Square crossroads, so it's the easiest house to find and the hardest sidewalk to walk at 7:45.

— Imani Carter, spectacle editor

Where to Sit at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre

Levels, bottom to top: Orchestra → Upper level. A large house.

One upper level over the orchestra

Two levels only, so the upper level is the whole upper house — its front rows are some of the best seats in the building for anything with choreography or a big set. The last rows of the orchestra sit under the overhang — fine for a play, a little boxed-in for a big musical.

Our rule of thumb

For a play, get close and center. For a spectacle, get high and center. Partial-view seats are discounted for a reason — check the seat map before you buy.

Still torn? Carmen's orchestra vs. mezzanine vs. balcony breakdown and our cheap-tickets playbook apply to every house.

Good to Know

  • Originally the Globe, with a retractable roof section that is no longer used
  • Current two-level interior dates to 1958

Getting There

205 West 46th Street, New York, NY.

  • NQRW49 St · about 0.15 mi away
  • 150 St (Broadway) · about 0.15 mi away

Distances are straight-line from the station's mapped center; big complexes like Times Square have many entrances, some closer. Check the MTA for service changes.

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Accessibility

We have no sourced detail on this house’s accessible routes yet. Broadway houses must offer wheelchair and companion seating, and assistive-listening devices are widely available; book accessible seats directly with the official seller or through Nederlander Organization.

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre FAQ

How many seats does the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre have?
About 1,505 seats, across 2 levels (Orchestra and Upper level). Exact capacity can shift slightly from production to production.
Where is the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre?
205 West 46th Street, in Manhattan's Theater District. It is operated by Nederlander Organization.
What subway stop is closest to the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre?
49 St (N, Q, R, W trains), about 0.15 miles away; 50 St (Broadway) (1 trains), about 0.15 miles away.
Does the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre have a mezzanine?
The house has 2 levels: Orchestra and Upper level. Ticket sellers often label the first upper level the “mezzanine” even where the architecture calls it a balcony, so check the seller’s seat map for exact section names.
What was the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre called before?
It has previously been known as the Globe Theatre.
When did the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre open?
It opened in 1910. Architect: Carrère and Hastings.

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Facts checked 2026-10-09. Seat counts are approximate and can change with each production's configuration. The opinions are Broadway Show Girls'; spot an error?Tell us.