Broadway Theater District
New York
The Broadway Theater District, located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, is a renowned neighborhood known for its concentration of Broadway theaters, movie theaters, restaurants, and entertainment venues. It is bounded roughly by West 40th Street to the south, West 54th Street to the north, Sixth Avenue to the east, and Eighth Avenue to the west, encompassing the famous Times Square area. The district includes notable landmarks such as Shubert Alley, the Brill Building, and Madame Tussauds New York. Historically, the area earned the nickname "The Great White Way" due to its early and extensive use of electric lighting on Broadway, making it one of the first brightly illuminated streets in the United States. The district has evolved from a late 19th-century hub of theaters and restaurants to a vibrant cultural and tourist center. Despite a period of decline in the 1970s marked by adult entertainment venues, the area underwent significant revitalization in the 1990s, restoring its reputation as a premier destination for theater and entertainment. Preservation efforts, notably Joseph Papp's "Save the Theatres" campaign in the early 1980s, helped protect many historic theaters from demolition, ensuring the district's cultural legacy continues. Today, it remains a bustling hub for theatrical productions and a symbol of New York City's rich performing arts heritage.
ヒント: Visit the Broadway Theater District in the evening to experience the vibrant atmosphere and illuminated marquees. Purchase tickets in advance for popular shows to secure seats and consider discount ticket booths like TKTS for same-day deals. Weekdays and matinee performances often offer better availability and pricing. Wear comfortable shoes as the area is best explored on foot, and plan extra time for dining and sightseeing around Times Square.
興味深い事実
- •The nickname "The Great White Way" originated from the early use of electric arc lamps that brightly illuminated Broadway in the late 19th century.
- •The Lyceum Theatre was the first Broadway theater to receive landmark status designation in 1974, followed by the New Amsterdam Theatre in 1979.
- •The district includes not just theaters but also recording studios, theatrical agencies, television studios, and iconic landmarks like the Brill Building and Madame Tussauds New York.
歴史
The Broadway Theater District began developing in the late 19th century, notably after the Metropolitan Opera House opened in 1883 near West 39th Street and Broadway.
The area became known as "The Great White Way" due to its pioneering use of electric lighting along Broadway in the 1880s and 1890s.
Throughout the early 20th century, the district solidified its status as the center of American theater.
However, by the 1970s, parts of 42nd Street had declined into a seedy area with adult entertainment venues.
A major revitalization effort in the 1990s transformed the district back into a vibrant cultural destination.
Preservation campaigns, such as Joseph Papp's "Save the Theatres" in 1982, played a crucial role in protecting historic theaters from demolition, maintaining the district's architectural and cultural heritage.
場所ガイド
Shubert Alley
A famous pedestrian alley in the Theater District known for its historic theaters and as a gathering place for theatergoers and performers.
The Great White Way1880s
The section of Broadway running through the Theater District, famous for its bright electric lights and concentration of theaters.
Lyceum Theatre1903
The first Broadway theater to receive landmark status, recognized for its architectural and historical significance.
New Amsterdam Theatre1903
A historic theater noted for its stunning architecture and interior design, landmarked in 1979.
