15 of New York City’s most spectacular theaters

Come for the shows, stay for the stunning architecture and interiors

Among New York City's many iconic buildings are a good number of performing arts venues—Broadway houses, former Wonder Theatres, and off-Broadway venues in repurposed buildings among them. The shows that play at these spaces may be the main draw (hello, Hamilton), but the architecture is often just as compelling.

Here, you'll find 15 of the city's most stunning theaters—ones that have withstood the test of time, have interesting back stories, or and still boar interiors that are worth gawking at. Did we miss your favorite? Let us know in the comments.