Ed Sullivan Theater

Ed Sullivan Theater is a theater Theater District New York located in United States.

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  • Phone

    (212) 975-4321

  • Website

    cbs.com/lateshow

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  • Type

    Theater

Address

1697 Broadway (at W 53rd St) New York , NY 10019 United States

Credit Cards Yes

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Deanna Vincent

The experience - once you get tickets - is like waiting in line for Disney World’s most popular ride, with young folks shouting directions at you along the way. Persist. It’s all worth it in the end.

The White House

President Obama made an appearance on the "Late Show with David Letterman" on September 18, 2012. Read more

Siobhan Dillon

Went to a taping of Stephen Colbert, it was absolutely amazing, the highlight of my trip. The wait in line was a little long, especially in the rain but the show made up for it. Got 5 rows from front.

Concert Ticket Agency

Everyone knows about this legendary theater , right? But did you know that Arthur Hammerstein built (the originally named) Hammerstein’s Theater in honor of his father, Oscar Hammerstein I ??

Ryan

Arrived 2:45 to check in. With ticket #356, we were the first to be denied entry. Lesson: be there by 2 to check in. You don't have to have a printed ticket bc they search by last name. Bummer for us.

Steven Galante

Historic theater . Get in line between 12 and 1pm for great seats. Bring a jacket . It gets cold inside, even during the summer.

TIME

Now occupied by The Late Show with David Letterman, The Ed Sullivan Theater also served as the longtime home of its namesake, The Ed Sullivan Show until 1971.

Jastine Kho

Great show ! Long Long wait time, however, even in VIP.

Weilin Deng

Came here to see a taping of the Late Show with Stephen Colbert . It was awesome!! Unfortunately no phones were allowed in the theater so I got no pictures.

Lloyd

Home of "The Late Show with David Letterman". Historical building , where Beatles , Elvis, and many greats have performed .

Serenity

It was amazing being able to see the inside of this historic theater . A tip tho: luckily I knew ahead of time but make sure u dress warm Cus letterman likes his studio cold!

Kevin C

Colbert Show. Get in line by 2 for best chance at seats.

Vinícius Ribeiro

Staff is pretty friendly , take it easy and enjoy the show!

Noah DellaPietro

saw a taping of the Late Show here! beautiful theatre !!

Marusyainc Easygripcup

Make sure to walk around the corner and meet Rupert at the deli .

Mike A.

Participated in a Late Show taping . Great atmosphere in this very old theater .

Gustavo Villarreal

Here's a Tip: Will Hollywood please make Robert De Niro an offer he CAN refuse?

Nkaleni Warioba

Apply online ahead of time for free tickets

Matt Small

Looking forward to Stephen Colbert's new show!

Ada Milby

They do a lot of audience coaching but it's all good just roll with it!!!

The New York Daily News

PHOTO: Check out The Beatles backstage at the Ed Sullivan Show for a performance in 1965, at the link! Read more

Argy Koumas

Awesome experience. such history!

Filming Locations

Travis Bickle's (Robert De Niro) phone call to Betsy (Cybill Shepherd) in Martin Scorsese's drama "Taxi Driver".

Talkwheel

POTATOE? With this 1992 spelling bee gaff, VP Dan Quayle kissed his political future goodbye. The student involved later asked David Letterman, "Do you have to go to college to be vice president?"

Biz Traveldude

Great place for filming late night tv

Allan S

want good seats get on line by 1:15 pm for a 2 pm line for the number to get the actual tickets later.

Greg Bruno

Leave your phone at home.

Dolly M

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert .

Rebecca W

So much fun!

The New York Daily News

PHOTO: The Beatles chat with Ed Sullivan before their television debut in 1964, at the link! Read more

Josh Morrissey

John and The Beatles made their US Debut on the Ed Sullivan show on February 9th, 1964

Beatriz De Jesus

Worth the long wait !!! David Letterman cannot retire ever!!!

Sarah Wulfeck

You will have to wait in line with a bunch of rowdy tourists if you want to see Letterman. But worth the wait to see the theater inside. Piece of history, no doubt.

Robert

What can anyone say? Legendary

Mike Davis

Colbert lives here now.

Jonathan Smith

I miss Dave.

Terry Crain

This is where the Beatles performed for the Ed Sullivan Show . The venue now hosts "The David Letterman Show ".

lauren cox

Hang around 3:30-4:30PM Mon - Thurs for a shot at seeing celeb guests leave out the stage door.

UKTI Tech NY

Home to The Beatles ' first US performance - February 4, 1964.

Matthew Lenahan

Come here for the Survivor Finale each year!

Madonna

Sept 30, 2009 – Special appearance on "The Late Show With David Letterman”

Kevin Hoffer

Good time, studio wasn't that bad, but then again it was pretty warm the day I was there.

beatlestweets

The Beatles played their inaugural concert here in 1964.

Shaun Rudy

Overheard tourist saying: "Hey, I think the Letterman show tapes here." Really? What gave that away? The 5 marquees outside? Really? Really?!

Braga

Vir pra NY e não assistir um programa do Letterman não dá, né? Pensando bem, dá sim. Passe na frente, tire uma bela foto e depois assista no Multishow com legenda e tudo.

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Stellar sports bar with plenty of games to watch and enjoy with awesome appetizers and a large selection of beers. - Karen

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Everything is good here! I would recommend going in the evening because the scenery is beautiful. Even in the winter time here you can't go wrong. - Pamela Benford

7.9
Deli
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Great sandwiches, and they even recommended me to add hot peppers to make it taste interesting. This place has a soul. - Jeff E