hammerstein ballroom ,

-- the 12,000 square foot hammerstein ballroom at manhattan center studios is an elegant pre-war ballroom featuring a hand-painted ceiling mural, ornate woodwork and three balconies overlooking the main room and stage. the 75 foot high ceiling holds many rigging points for production décor and lighting options. ties to the in-house audio recording studios and video control rooms make the space an incredible venue for productions, special events and webcasts by merging its theatrical past with modern technology. the space accommodates up to 2,500 people for receptions and theatrical productions and 1,000 people for a seated dinner.