The History of the New York State Theater

Apr 23

New York State Theater No. 20 - Dress Rehearsal

“About 1,000 workmen and their wives will see the New York City Ballet, under George Balanchine’s direction, go through its first dress...

Apr 16

New York State Theater No. 8 - Stage Floor

Sprung Floors "In certain details, such as a special stage floor built with springs, [NYCB's] requirements were complex. But their needs...

Apr 12

New York State Theater No. 1 - Ground Breaking Ceremony

On May 14th, 1959, the groundbreaking ceremony for the future Lincoln Center was held atop the leveled neighborhood of San Juan Hill....

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