Gershwin Theatre Address

The Gershwin Theatre’s address of 222 West 51st Street, New York, 10019. Its exact location is right next door to its sister theater, Circle in the Square, in midtown-Manhattan in the Paramount Plaza building.

Getting to Gershwin Theatre

Driving

Driving to Gershwin Theatre? Traffic can be unpredictable, especially before showtime. Plan ahead and allow extra time for parking and security checks onsite.

Key things to know

• Address: 222 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019
• Traffic: Expect congestion, especially in the evening. Consider arriving early.
• Parking: Paid car garages are available nearby.
• Drop-Off: The best drop-off location is along 8th Avenue near 51st Street, just a short walk from the entrance.

For the best experience, check traffic updates before you leave and explore parking options in advance.

Parking information

Plenty of paid parking options are available in and around Times Square. ABM Parking Services, located right next to the theater, offers a special discount for Wicked patrons. To claim it, you’ll need a printed coupon. Mobile versions won’t be accepted.

Public transport

The Gershwin is in the heart of the Theater District and easy to reach by subway, bus, or train. Public transport is often the fastest and most convenient way to get there, especially during peak hours when New York car traffic can slow down driving options.

Subway

The closest subway stations are:

• » 50th Street Station (C, E) – Less than a 2-minute walk
• » 49th Street Station (N, R, W) – 5-minute walk
• » Times Square–42nd Street (1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W, S) – 8-minute walk

For the shortest walk, take the C or E train to 50th Street and exit toward 51st Street.

Bus

Several MTA buses stop within walking distance of the theater:

• » M50 (Crosstown) – Stops at 50th Street & 8th Avenue
• » M7, M20 (Downtown/Uptown) – Stops along 7th and 8th Avenues

Commuter trains

If you’re coming from outside the city, you can take:

• » LIRR or Metro-North to Grand Central Terminal or Penn Station, then transfer to the subway.
• » New Jersey Transit or Amtrak to Penn Station, followed by a short subway or taxi ride.

Tip: The Theater District gets busy before showtime. Allow extra time for delays, especially if you’re traveling during rush hour.

NOTICE: Public transport may be busier than normal on days of major events. Please plan accordingly. We would always recommend taxi as the easiest and stress free option as it is avoids all potential parking and public transport problems.

Address

Gershwin Theatre,
222 W 51st Street,
New York City,
New York 10019,
United States

Parking Information

If you are arriving by car there are plenty of parking parking options available to you. To find out more, please visit and read the parking information page.