NY - Why TT

NY - Why TT - Desktop

TT WHY TT Desktop Banner

NY - Why TT - Mobile

TT WHY TT Mobile Banner

New York

New York Nav Links [NEW]

More shows

WL NYC Nav

In the Heights - NYC [46483]

In the Heights

In the Heights - Product Media - App Hero Image

In the Heights - Product Media - NYC [46483]

In the Heights - Product Media - Header Image

In the Heights - Product Media - Poster Image

In the Heights - Product Media - Poster Image (Square)

In the Heights - NYC - Todaytix

In the Heights - NYC - NYTG

Matte Martinez made his Broadway debut in [*MJ The Musical*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/23379-mj-the-musical-tickets) in October 2023 as a standby for both the adult Michael Jackson (MJ) and young adult (Michael) roles before taking over the role of MJ full-time in September 2025. His screen credits include the film *Ambush*, the animated series *Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man*, and the medical drama *The Good Doctor*.

Matte Martinez - NYC

matte

Natalie Venetia Belcon stars as Omara Portuondo in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre), winning a 2025 Tony Award for her performance. She will take a leave of absence from the production from October 13 to November 29, 2026.

Her other Broadway credits include originating the role of Gary Coleman in *Avenue Q*, Joanne Jefferson in *Rent*, Mrs. Phelps in *Matilda the Musical*, and Erzulie in *Once on This Island*. Her national tour work includes Madame Morrible in *Wicked*, and her Off-Broadway credits include *The Glorious Ones* at Lincoln Center. She has had recurring roles on television shows including *The Education of Max Bickford*, *Beverly Hills, 90210*, and *Roc*.

Natalie Venetia Belcon - NYC

natalie venetia belcon

Linedy Genao stars as Myrtle Wilson in [*The Great Gatsby*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/38749-the-great-gatsby-on-broadway) on Broadway at the [Broadway Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/broadway-theatre). She has also appeared on Broadway in *On Your Feet!*, *Dear Evan Hansen,* and *Bad Cinderella* as Cinderella, making her the first Latina to originate a leading role in an Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.

Linedy Genao - NYC 

linedy

The **New York City Center** is one of the most influential performing arts venues in New York City. Located at 131 West 55th Street in Manhattan, it serves as a beacon for enthusiasts of dance, music, and theater. The Center was established in 1943 and has since played host to numerous notable productions, resonating with the key artistic transitions that have marked the evolution of performance art in the heartland of the greatest city in the world.

Emerging from its humble beginnings as an alternative center for artists who couldn't afford Broadway, the Center has turned into a reputable institution that neither compromises on its values nor its commitment to delivering the highest quality of artistic productions. Special mention goes to their yearly Fall for Dance festival, an exciting event that showcases the arts performances from international dance companies and uniquely affordable tickets.

The architecture of the theater itself is striking, boasting a distinctive neo-Moorish design and luxurious interiors that enhance the overall experience of the performances. With a seating capacity of 2,257, the Center is the perfect midpoint between intimacy and scale.

**Getting There**

The New York City Center is easily accessible by public transportation. The closest subway stops are 57th Street - 7th Avenue (N/Q/R/W), 57th Street (F), and 55th Street - 7th Avenue (B/D/E). Alternatively, if you're driving, there are several parking garages located nearby, although be aware that parking in Midtown Manhattan can be challenging and expensive. Those wishing to bike will find numerous Citi Bike docking stations in the vicinity.

New York City Center - NY

New-York-City-Center-1600x1200px

New York City Center

Architect Harry P. Knowles designed New York City Center, which was built by Clinton and Russell in 1923 for the Shriners under the name of The Mecca Temple. Amid the financial crash of 1929, the building became city property after the Shriners were unable to keep up with tax payments.

Former Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia and New York City Council President Newbold Morris decided to convert the temple into Manhattan’s first performing arts center. The building opened as a theatre in December 1943.

New York City Center is known for its annual Encores! productions since 1994, which restage seldom revived American musicals in concert or semi-staged incarnations. The venue received a Tony Award for Excellence in Theatre in 2000.

Since its launch, New York City Center has become one of the city’s prime venues for dance.

In addition to the 2,557-seat mainstage, the facility houses two smaller theatres — Stage I and Stage II, where Manhattan Theatre Club has hosted its Off-Broadway productions since 1984 — and four studios.

## How to get to New York City Center

New York City Center is closest to the 57th Street station on the N, Q, R, and W lines and the 7th Avenue station on the E, B, and D lines. The nearest bus stops are 6 Av./W 55 St. on the Q2, Q3, Q4, and Q20 lines; and 6 Av./56 St. on the Q10, Q12, and Q24 lines.

## Restaurants near New York City Center

Popular restaurants near New York City Center include Redeye Grill (American), Pazza Notte (Italian), Estiatorio Milos (Greek), Rue 57 (French), and Benihana (Japanese).

New York City Center - New York Theatre Guide

Designed by architect Harry P. Knowles, New York City Center was built in 1923 and converted into Manhattan's first performing arts center in 1943, also hosting annual Encores! productions.

New York City Center - TodayTix

New York City Center - NY 1102 x1444 px

Dance, theatre, and musical events at New York City Center. Browse the season including Encores! and Fall for Dance on TodayTix.

New York City Center Tickets | Dance, Theatre & Events | TodayTix

The New York City Center is a landmark Manhattan theater known for dance, music, and theater performances, featuring grand neo-Moorish architecture.

Box office

Off Broadway

NY - Fall Preview - Nav Link

On this Fall

New York Broadway

Broadway

Off-Broadway

NY - Collections

Collections

New York all events

All shows

New York Musicals

Musicals

New York plays

Plays

Comedy

New York family

Family-friendly

NY Non-Theatre

Attractions and Events

New this season

Concerts

Opera

NY - Top Nav - Dance

Dance

Rush & Lottery - NYC

Rush & lottery

Deals & offers

More

Adelaide

Adelaide Nav Links

Boston

Boston Nav Links [NEW]

WL BOS Nav

Brisbane

Brisbane Nav Links

Chicago

Chicago Nav Links [NEW]

WL Chicago Nav

London

London Nav Links [NEW]

WL UK Nav

Los Angeles + OC

LA Nav Links [NEW]

WL LA Nav

Melbourne

Melbourne Nav Links [NEW]

WL AUS Location Links Nav

Perth

Perth Nav Links

SF Bay Area

SF Bay Area Nav Links [NEW] - TT

WL SF Nav

Sydney

Sydney Nav Links [NEW]

Washington DC

DC Nav Links [NEW]

WL DC Nav

TodayTix

TT - PDP - West End/Off-West End - Template

TT - PDP - Accessibility - Template

TT - PDP - Run Length - Template

TT - PDP - Show-Score - Template

TT - PDP - Cast - Template

TT - PDP - Director - Template

TT - PDP - Music and Lyrics - Template

TT - PDP - Writer - Template

TT - PDP - Tickets - Template

TT - PDP - Show - Running time - Template

TT - PDP - Show - Venue - Template

TT - PDP - Age recommendation - Template

TT - PDP - Entry price - Template

ALL - PDP - Short description - Template

Get the best prices on tickets for [Product Name] in [City] on TodayTix. [Sales Message]

[Product Name] tickets | [City] | TodayTix

TT - PDP - Broadway/Off-Broadway - Template

Get the best prices on theatre tickets for [Product Name] on TodayTix. [Sales Message]

New York 

Boston 

Los Angeles

Orange County

Seattle

Get the best prices on tickets for [Product Name] on TodayTix. [Sales Message]

TT - PDP - Attraction - Running time - Template

TT - PDP - Experience - Venue - Template

Explore the most exciting [Headline Title]. Discover our wide selection of events and book tickets at the best prices on TodayTix today!

[Headline Title] | Book tickets | TodayTix

Explore [Venue] events and book your tickets online on TodayTix. Discover schedules, ticket options, and book your next experience in [City] today.

[Venue] | Book tickets online | TodayTix

Owned

The Grammy-winning, landmark Cuban album by the same-named music group is now the basis for a vibrant, celebratory musical, which has been nominated for 10 Tony Awards. Relive the Golden Age of Cuban music while hearing the renaissance of genres like son, bolero, and danzón.

Ages 8+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre.

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - NYC [31351]

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway

Buena Vista Social Club - Product Media - App Hero Image

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - Product Media - Hero Image 2

Buena Vista Social Club - NYC - Product Media

BVSC-TodayTix 1600x1200 (1)

Buena Vista Social Club - Product Media - Video Trailer

Dancers in colorful outfits perform energetically on stage with musicians playing instruments in the background, set in a dimly lit venue with ornate railings.

Buena Vista Social Club - Product Media - Images & Videos - Asset #8

Performers energetically dance on stage with vibrant expressions and dynamic poses, surrounded by colorful, warm lighting and a lively set design.

Buena Vista Social Club - Product Media - Images & Videos - Asset #5

Performers on stage, one woman in a bright dress singing, while men play various instruments including a guitar, double bass, and congas.

Buena Vista Social Club - Product Media - Images & Videos - Asset #6

A group of people gather around a pianist on stage, with warm lighting and intricate set design.

Buena Vista Social Club - Product Media - Images & Videos - Asset #7

Dancers perform ballet lifts on stage with live musicians playing instruments in the background under dramatic lighting.

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 9

A woman in a bright red dress sings passionately into a vintage microphone on a stage, with dancers and musicians performing in the background under dramatic blue lighting.

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 10

Musicians perform on stage with various instruments including guitar, piano, trumpet, bass, and congas, under dramatic theater lighting.

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 11

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 12

A band performs on stage with a guitarist in the foreground and a trombonist, trumpeter, and flutist behind him.

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 1

A musical ensemble performing on stage, featuring guitarists, a pianist at a grand piano, and a trumpet player.

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 2

A man in glasses and a patterned shirt playing an electric guitar.

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 3

A man wearing glasses and a patterned shirt plays an archtop electric guitar on stage.

Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 4

BVSC-TodayTix 480x720 L2 (1) (1)

Poster of Buena Vista Social Club in New York.

Buena Vista Social Club - Product Media - Poster Image (Square)

Experience the five-time Tony Award-winning *Buena Vista Social Club* on Broadway and get swept up in an exhilarating world of Cuban sound and culture that changed the global music landscape. Major League Baseball player and Latin pop star José “Candelita” Iglesias performs for six weeks only starting August 27! Get *Buena Vista Social Club* tickets now.

Inspired by the Grammy-winning 1997 album of the same name, the *Buena Vista Social Club* musical tells a story inspired by the legendary artists who recorded the soul-stirring, foot-tapping music of Cuba’s golden age. Their groundbreaking namesake album *Buena Vista Social Club* inspired an Academy Award-nominated documentary that dove into the history of this ensemble, which recruited many Cuban artists who had been retired for years to authentically recapture Latin American musical genres such as son, bolero, and danzón. 

Now, the band's music comes to vivacious life in a passionate production directed by Tony Award nominee Saheem Ali (*Fat Ham*). He collaborates with an illustrious team that includes Marco Ramirez (Drama Desk Award winner for *The Royale*) and choreographers Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck (Tony Award winner for *Carousel*, choreographer for Steven Spielberg's *West Side Story*).

*Buena Vista Social Club* arrived on Broadway following a hit run at Atlantic Theater Company, the Off-Broadway powerhouse that originated hits including *Spring Awakening*, *Kimberly Akimbo*, *The Band’s Visit*, and more.

## Important information

- Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre. 
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. 
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked. 
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services. 
- A bright light effect is used in this production. This production uses loud sound effects. This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.

Get *Buena Vista Social Club* tickets and enter an exhilarating world of Cuban sound and culture that changed the global music landscape. Major League Baseball player and Latin pop star José “Candelita” Iglesias performs in the the five-time Tony Award-winning musical for six weeks only starting August 27!

Inspired by the Grammy-winning 1997 album of the same name, the *Buena Vista Social Club* musical tells a story inspired by the legendary artists who recorded the soul-stirring, foot-tapping music of Cuba’s golden age.  Now, the band's songs come to vivacious life in a passionate production directed by Tony Award nominee Saheem Ali (*Fat Ham*) and choreographed by Tony winners Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck. Beyond the glitz of the Tropicana, one woman discovers the music that will change her life — and you, too, are guaranteed to get utterly swept up by the rhythm.

Buena Vista Social Club - NYC - NYTG

 Buena Vista Social Club Broadway Tickets | The Official NY Theatre Guide

Hear the Grammy-winning eponymous album by Buena Vista Social Club come to life on stage in this 10-time Tony Award-nominated production. Discover how the pioneering music group revitalized the Cuban music scene and ushered in its Golden Age in this show that honors the vibrant, timeless sounds of the Caribbean.

The *Buena Vista Social Club* musical is named for the title band and its eponymous 1997 album that won a Grammy Award the next year. Buena Vista Social Club was active for two decades, up until 2015. Now, this musical honors the group's legacy and gives us a beat we can all groove to.

Saheem Ali, a Tony nominee for *Fat Ham*, directs the musical, working with bookwriter Marco Ramirez (Drama Desk Award for *The Royale*) and choreographers Justin Peck (Tony winner, *Carousel*, *Illinoise*) and Patricia Delgado. Dancing back into New York, *Buena Vista Social Club* on Broadway promises an electrifying experience of music and dance.

## What to watch for

- Buena Vista Social Club recorded their same-named album in just six days!
- Atlantic Theater Company is a downtown Off-Broadway theatre that has originated some of the world’s most famous musicals, including three recent Tony Award winners for Best Musical: *Spring Awakening*, *The Band’s Visit*, and *Kimberly Akimbo*. See what they produce now before the world sees it later!
- The musical brings together a renowned choreography team. Justin Peck won a Tony Award for Best Choreography for the recent revival of *Carousel*, and he also choreographed Steven Spielberg's Oscar-winning *West Side Story* film. Patricia Delgado, a principal dancer with the Miami City Ballet, co-choreographs *Buena Vista Social Club* and was Peck’s associate on *West Side Story*.
- The *Buena Vista Social Club* album was preserved in the United States National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress in 2022 for its cultural significance.

## Important information

A bright light effect is used in this production. This production uses loud sound effects. This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.

- Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre. 
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. 
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked. 
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services. 

__Audio Described / Captioned Performances__ 
The theatre offers Closed Captioning and Audio Description through the GalaPro App. For more information on GalaPro, check here: https://www.galapro.com/

The *Buena Vista Social Club* musical is named for the title band and its eponymous 1997 album that won a Grammy Award the next year. Buena Vista Social Club may have become inactive in 2015, but this musical honors the group's legacy and gives us an electrifying experience of music and dance — and a beat we can all groove to.

## What to watch for

- Buena Vista Social Club recorded their same-named album in just six days!
- Atlantic Theater Company, where the show originated, is a downtown Off-Broadway theatre that has originated some of the world’s most famous musicals, including three recent Tony Award winners for Best Musical: *Spring Awakening*, *The Band’s Visit*, and *Kimberly Akimbo*. See what they produce now before the world sees it later!
- The *Buena Vista Social Club* album was preserved in the United States National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress in 2022 for its cultural significance.

## Important information

A bright light effect is used in this production. This production uses loud sound effects. This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.

- Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre. 
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. 
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked. 
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services. 

__Audio Described / Captioned Performances__ 
The theatre offers Closed Captioning and Audio Description through the GalaPro App. For more information on GalaPro, check here: https://www.galapro.com/

Buena Vista Social Club  - NYC - Todaytix

Buena Vista crop

Gina Torres stars as Omara Portuondo in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre) from October 13 to November 29, 2026.

Torres appeared on Broadway in *Face Value* and *The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public* between 1993 and 1994, more recently performing off Broadway in *Pen Pals* in 2026. She is best known, however, for her screen roles as Zoë Washburne in *Firefly* and its film sequel *Serenity*, Jessica Pearson in *Suits* and its spin-off series *Pearson*, and Tommy Vega on *9-1-1: Lone Star*.

Gina Torres - NY

gina

José "Candelita" Iglesias makes his Broadway debut as the Narrator in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre) through November 15, 2026.

Iglesias is a Major League Baseball player and Latin pop singer. As an athlete, he played for the Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers, Cincinnati Reds, Baltimore Orioles, Los Angeles Angels, Colorado Rockies, New York Mets and San Diego Padres between 2011 and 2025, when he became a free agent.

As a musician, he performs under the name Candelita. He released his debut single, "Tambor," in 2023 and is best known for his 2024 song "OMG."

José "Candelita" Iglesias - NY

candelita

Bernie Williams makes his Broadway debut as a member of the onstage band in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre) from October 22 to November 29, 2026.

Williams is best known for his 16-year Major League Baseball career with the New York Yankees, becoming a five-time MLB All-Star, four-time World Series champion, four-time Gold Glove Award winner, and 1998 American League batting titleholder with the team. He was also named the 1996 American League Championship Series MV, and his jersey number, 51, was retired by the Yankees in 2015.

He is also a classically trained guitarist and musician with two albums, *The Journey Within* and the Latin Grammy Award-nominated *Moving Forward*, that blend jazz, classical, Latin, rock, and contemporary sounds. He has performed at storied venues like Carnegie Hall and collaborated with artists like Bruce Springsteen, Jon Secada, and Dave Koz.

Bernie Williams - NY

bernie

Rick Negron stars as Compay in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre). The Puerto Rican native has appeared on Broadway in *In The Heights, Goodbye Girl, Legs Diamond, The Mystery of Edwin Drood*, and *Leader Of The Pack*, as well as the national tours of *Hamilton, Mamma Mia, Ragtime*, and *West Side Story*.

Rick Negron - NY

negron

Mel Semé stars as Ibrahim in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre). Born and raised in Camagüey, Cuba, he studied at the prestigious University of Arts in Havana and now divides his time between Barcelona, Los Angeles, and New York's vibrant theatre scene. His music blends Cuban rhythms, pop, folk, and jazz, and he works as both a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist.

Mel Semé - NYC

mel seme

Isa Antonetti stars as Young Omara in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre). Her previous credits include *Evita*, *Macbeth*, and *A Chorus Line*, and she starred in her film debut *Gift of Fear*. The role holds special meaning for her as it reflects her own experiences growing up performing with her father's Latin band, Orquesta Antonetti.

Isa Antonetti - NYC

isa antonetti

Da’von Moody stars as Young Compay in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre), marking his Broadway debut. His other stage credits include Alejandro in the *MJ the Musical* North American Tour, Dallas "Dally" Winston in the world premiere of *The Outsiders* at La Jolla Playhouse, Breton Beret in *A Man of No Importance* at Classic Stage Company, and Peter in the world premiere of *A.D. 16* at Olney Theatre Center.

Da’von Moody - NYC

davon moody

Jainardo Batista Sterling stars as Rubén in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre). A Puerto Rican singer and percussionist from a family with a long tradition in music and theater in Puerto Rico, he served as a Jazz Ambassador of Jazz at Lincoln Center, touring Central and Northwest Africa as well as South America and the Caribbean. He has performed in the Jerusalem Jazz Festival, Essaouira Gnawa Festival in Morocco, and Grammy-nominated Raices Haberas at New York's Town Hall.

Jainardo Batista Sterling - NYC

jainardo batista sterling

Wesley Wray stars as Young Ibrahim in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre). He made his Broadway debut with the show in 2025.

Wesley Wray - NYC

wesley wray

Jesús Pupo stars as Young Rubén in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre).

Pupo is a Cuban American pianist, composer, and producer known for his jazz band album *Oro* and a body of musical work that encompasses symphonic arranging, film scoring, and Cuban tradition. He is also an orchestrator, of jazz trio and theatre music.

Natalie Venetia Belcon

Natalie Venetia Belcon's current shows

Natalie Venetia Belcon's past shows