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Lafayette Theatre (Harlem)

1912 establishments in New York City2013 disestablishments in New York (state)Buildings and structures demolished in 2013Demolished buildings and structures in ManhattanDemolished theatres in New York City
Federal Theatre ProjectFormer theatres in ManhattanHarlemHarlem RenaissanceTheatres completed in 1912
Lafayette Theatre Macbeth 1936 2
Lafayette Theatre Macbeth 1936 2

The Lafayette Theatre (1912–1951), known locally as "the House Beautiful", was one of the most famous theaters in Harlem. It was an entertainment venue located at 132nd Street and 7th Avenue in Harlem, New York. The structure was demolished in 2013.

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Lafayette Theatre (Harlem)
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10027 New York, Manhattan
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