The famous art deco exterior of the Radio City Music Hall
Some of the worlds biggest acts have performed here and it’s still famous for its “Rockette” dancing girls. The art deco interior is amazing and the behind the scenes tour is thoroughly recommended – we loved it. This is an extract from our free New York City Guide.
Roxy's Office
The “Stage Door Tour” as it’s known is one of the best theatre tours we’ve been on in our travels around the world. Our guide was superb and you get a real feel of the history and heritage of the place. You’ll also discover how loved the art deco features of the building still are today. You’ll go in the auditorium, see behind the scenes, peep in the dressing rooms, see the 1930s original offices and see the incredible back stage area where hydraulic lifts move huge sections of the stage up and down.
Along the way, you’ll hear stories about the hall’s innovator, Samuel Lionel “Roxy” Rothafel, who came up with the design in a vision! His original office is also part of the tour. Adult admission for the tour is $19.95 (2012 prices) and tours run regularly every day between 11am and 3pm. Buy your ticket from the Radio City Avenue Store on 6th Avenue or by calling +01 212 307 7171. Alternatively, buy the New York Pass which includes free entry to the Stage Door Tour.
The foyer
LOCATION & CONTACT
Address: Radio City Music Hall, 1260 Avenue of the Americas, New York, 10020, United States
Tel: +01 212 247 4777
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