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Multi-Use Theater in Times Square | Seating, Pa

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About Times Square Arts Center

Times Square Arts Center is a multi-use theater space in Midtown Manhattan, historically hosting comedy and Off-Broadway shows. With a capacity around 1,500 guests, the venue has accommodated a variety of configurations depending on the event. While there isn’t a public, fixed seating chart, guests can expect flexible seating arrangements tailored to each production. This page provides essential details to help you plan your visit, from parking and transit to nearby lodging and dining options.

Note: The venue has been listed as closed or renamed in some listings, and there is no active official site currently. We’ve collected practical information to assist you in locating events and arranging your visit through reliable, up-to-date sources and affiliate partners where applicable.

Getting to Times Square Arts Center is convenient via multiple subway lines serving Times Square–42nd Street station (A, C, E, N, Q, R, W, 1, 2, 3, 7, S). In the Times Square area, there are numerous parking garages and surface lots—check local resources for current options. The neighborhood offers extensive lodging in the Times Square district (over 40 hotels) and a wide range of dining and nightlife options to enhance your visit. If you’re securing tickets through affiliate partners, we’ll provide guidance on nearby hotels and restaurants to streamline your plans.

Historically, the venue hosted shows such as Margaritaville! The Comedy Show and Punch 59 Sketch Comedy, reflecting its role as a flexible stage for comedy and Off-Broadway performances. Always verify current venue status and show availability when planning your trip.

  • : Flexible configurations by event; no public fixed seating chart.
  • : Approximately 1,500 guests.
  • : Multiple nearby garages in Times Square; review current options before you go.
  • : Access via Times Square–42nd Street with multiple subway lines.
  • : The Times Square area features a wide selection of hotels to fit various needs and preferences.
  • : Abundant nearby restaurants and lounges to pair with your theater evening.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: about 1,500 guests (per venue listings).
  • Addresses: historically 669 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036; also listed at 300 W 43rd St in some records.
  • Venue type: multi-use theater/comedy venue (theater/theater-space).
  • Seating chart: public seating charts are not publicly published; configurations varied by event.
  • Parking: Times Square area has numerous nearby garages; see local Times Square parking resources for current options.
  • Transit: accessible via multiple subway lines to Times Square–42nd Street (A/C/E/N/Q/R/W/1/2/3/7/S); see local transit guide.
  • Nearby hotels: Times Square district has over 40 hotels, providing ample lodging options for attendees.
  • Notable events: hosted a range of comedy and Off-Broadway shows, including Margaritaville! The Comedy Show (TheaterMania) and Punch 59 Sketch Comedy (TheaterMania).
  • Demolished/renamed: current status is not operating; some listings show the venue as closed (e.g., MapQuest/Yelp references) and there is no active official site.