Previously, the theater had only hosted events created by external producer. [254], Pink Floyd played at the Music Hall on March 17, 1973. [136][149][150], Rockefeller Center Inc. filed a lawsuit to try to reverse the landmark designation, claiming that landmark status would be unattractive to potential investors, but the lawsuit was unsuccessful. In 1983, the LPC held hearings to determine how much of Rockefeller Center should be protected as a landmark. [269][270] Radio City Music Hall also hosted the Cirque du Soleil show "Zarkana" from June 2011[271] to September 2012. ', "A Marvelous Exploration of the Truly Bizarre at Radio City Music Hall written and directed by Franois Girard", "Acrobatic Spectable Zarkana by Cirque du Soleil to Establish Residency at Aria Resort & Casino Following Successful Worldwide Run. [34] One alternative called for "a rather deep balcony" and a shallower second balcony, but would have obstructed views from the rear orchestra. [196], The Great Stage, designed by Peter Clark, measures 66.5 by 144ft (20.3 by 43.9m);[e] it is placed within a proscenium arch that resembles a setting sun. [217] A smaller staircase to the first-mezzanine lounge runs along the southern wall, connecting to a curved extension of that level's balcony. [198][216][213] Another set of stairs below the grand staircase descends from the northern side of the foyer to the main lounge one level below. [265][266], The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is an annual Christmas stage musical produced by MSG Entertainment, which operates the theater. [218][213] No two restrooms or lounges have the same design. Kali Uchis Reveals New Album Red Moon in Venus, 2023 Tour [125][126] Radio City preferred to show only family-friendly movies, which further limited their film choices. [222] In Joseph Urban's original plans, the ceiling was to be coffered but, after the cancellation of the Opera House, designers proposed many different designs for the proposed Music Hall's ceiling. See the best that the Big Apple has to offer with access to any of the attractions and experiences covered. [140] By January 1978, Radio City was in debt,[141][142] and officials stated that it could not remain open after April. [123][124][125] As a result, popular films such as Chinatown, Blazing Saddles, and The Godfather Part II failed Radio City's screening criteria. [77][d] A new golden curtain was installed at the main stage in January 1987. Yet again, rumors spread that the venue would close, but Radio City's managers denied these claims. [140][179] The renovation was originally projected to cost $25 million, but the cost increased to $70 million due to various additional tasks that surfaced during the extensive refurbishment.