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Gerald Schoenfeld (September 22, 1924 – November 25, 2008) was chairman of The Shubert Organization from 1972 to 2008. After graduating from the University of Illinois, Schoenfeld fought in World War II. On his return, he obtained a law degree from New York University and got a job with a local law firm then known as Klein & Weir.
The Shuberts built the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (formerly the Plymouth) along with the contiguous Broadhurst in 1917. The playhouse was initially leased to producer Arthur M. Hopkins who achieved much success in booking it. It was renamed the Gerald Schoenfeld in 2005 to honor the late chairman of the Shubert Organization. ARCHITECTURE
The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, formerly the Plymouth Theatre, is a Broadway theater at 236 West 45th Street in the Theater District of Midtown Manhattan in New York City. Opened in 1917, the theater was designed by Herbert J. Krapp and was built for the Shubert brothers.
Nov 26, 2008 · Gerald Schoenfeld, the Runyonesque figure who as chairman of the powerful Shubert Organization left an indelible stamp on American culture, bringing dozens of hit shows to Broadway among them “A...
Oct 25, 2008 · Gerald Schoenfeld, chairman since 1972 of the powerful Shubert Organization, the largest and most important theater owner on Broadway and in the United States, died Tuesday morning at his home in...
Dec 2, 2008 · Gerald Schoenfeld, lawyer and theatrical impresario: born New York 22 September 1924; married 1950 (one daughter); died New York 25 November 2008. As chairman of the Shubert Organisation, Gerald...
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Nov 27, 2008 · Gerald Schoenfeld, the longtime head of the powerful Shubert Organization who helped bring numerous works to Broadway, including “A Chorus Line,” “Amadeus” and “Cats,” has died. He was 84....
