COVID-19 Safety Policies
This theatre has established COVID-19 safety measures (full details) including mask requirements.
About the Venue
The Hayes Theater was built by producer Winthrop Ames in 1912 as The Little. It was built as a rebellion of sorts against commercial theater—as the auditorium only held 299 seats. In the 1950s it was used to record radio and TV, including The Merv Griffin Show.
In 1983, it was renamed after beloved American actress Helen Hayes, following the destruction of a theatre by the same name in the previous year. When it’s not being used for legitimate theater, CBS still uses the venue for radio recordings.
Concessions
There are drinks and snacks located at the bar.
Know Before You Go
Entrance
ADA accessible building entrance at Stage Door. Ramps in the lower lobby.
Water Fountain
Landing between inner lobby and lower lounge, down nine steps.
Hearing Assistance
LOOP system in auditorium. Headsets available with driver’s license or ID with printed address required as a deposit. Call 212.582.7678
Elevators and Escalators
This theater has an elevator.
Restrooms
Accessible, unisex bathrooms and stalls on every floor of the building.
Accessible Seating
Accessible seating in both Orchestra & Mezzanine.
Coat Check
This theater does not provide coat check.
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