Hard hats, power saws and cement mixers have invaded New York's oldest surviving theater, as work commences on transforming it into New York City's first venue dedicated to year-round programming for young people. The $11.4 million renovation project is the first of six planned on the fabled 42nd Street.
Built in 1900 by Oscar Hammerstein, grandfather of the famous lyricist, and renamed The New Victory, the lovingly ornamented two-balcony house has temporarily taken on the appearance ...