Studio 54 Theater Plans $100 Million Renovation to Enhance Accessibility and Facilities
The historic Studio 54 theater in Manhattan is set to undergo a $100 million renovation, as the City Planning Commission has certified Roundabout Theatre Company’s application for a special permit. This permit will allow the theater to generate bonus floor area, facilitating a comprehensive rehabilitation of the venue, which has not seen a full renovation in its 99-year history. The renovation aims to address several issues, including the lack of a permanent theater stage, inadequate backstage support, and accessibility challenges. The project will involve demolishing and rebuilding the orchestra-level seating to improve sightlines and accessibility, adding ADA seating, and restoring the orchestra pit. Front-of-house improvements will include expanding the lobby, upgrading bathrooms, and adding a new elevator. The renovation is part of a broader effort to preserve and maintain theaters within the Theater Subdistrict of the Special Midtown District. 
