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New York Adventure Club | www.AdventureClub.com“We do not mingle enough with minds that influence the world…We should measure ourselves through personal contact with outsiders … I want my club to be a place where actors are away from the glamour of the theatre.” — Edwin Booth
Join New York Adventure Club for a rare, private tour inside The Players , a private social club founded in 1888 by renowned Shakespearean actor Edwin Booth, who is arguably the greatest American actor — and Prince Hamlet — of the 19th century.
Our experience at this historic theatre society, and its original Stanford White-designed mansion facing Gramercy Park, will include:
- A walkthrough of the clubhouse , which contains paintings from Norman Rockwell and John Singer Sergeant, as well as Tiffany glass pieces
-A trip inside historic rooms including the Grill, Great Hall, and Library
- Access inside Edwin Booth’s bedroom , which has been untouched since his death in 1893 — in it, rests the skull used in his famous 100 consecutive performances of Hamlet, and a small picture of Wilkes, the only evidence of their relationship that Edwin would keep
-A look at earl y photos of Edwin’s family and other personal artifacts and memorabilia of his life in theatre
If we're lucky, we'll see some of the club's more notable members walking the halls :)
See you there!
*This experience can only be conducted on weekdays
**The Players does not have an elevator
Testimonials
"Rare look at some great artifacts and architecture" - Elizabeth
"The building and the collected art and artifacts are amazing." - Jennifer
"Wonderful experience, small group, knowledgeable personable guide. Looking forward to future tours." - Karen
"I loved this daytime adventure and look forward to many more." - Pat
"50 years ago I saw the outside and read a little of its history as a NYU student. Now as a retiree visitor, I got to see inside" - John
"Seeing more of the inside of a beautiful and historic building; finding out more about Edwin Booth." -Patricia
"The guide was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. Really special to see areas closed off to public." -Ginny
"Rare opportunity to go inside the private Players club and see its amazing architecture, theatrical collections, and hear about its history." -Anthony
"The docent knew his subject very well. He was very informative and nice." -Anne
"Great tour of a fascinating place." -Tara
"Carol was charming & knowledgeable. Small group!" -Claudia
"Guide was engaging. We were able to sit for some of the presentation. Loved seeing this "hidden" historic gem. Love that this building has been preserved!" -Janet
"Guide was very knowledgeable, lots to see with good explanations and stories." -Allison
"Excellent presentation and ambiance." -Mardine
"Presenter was very good." -Michael
"The historic home, its unusual history and location, the knowledge and affability of the docent." -Matthew
"The history of The Players was very interesting and the guide was very knowledgeable." -Kathleen
"Everything. It was great to see inside a place I'd always wondered about . Beautiful space. Great stories. Tour guide was really knowledgable." -Susan
"The guide was great; she was friendly, knowledgable, and patient. I loved learning about New York City history, and found the history of The Players Club fascinating." -Sara
"Interesting seeing the players club and tour guide was great" -Lorraine
"Stories, history, size of tour group" -Sarah
"The guide gave a lively presentation filled with historical information and time for questions. I was in awe of the portrait paintings of famous actors spanning prior years, which cover the walls of the club." -Robin
"Seeing the club itself. the tour guide was very knowledgeable about the club." -Barbara
"It's a unique space with an excellent history. Great visuals throughout, particularly the portraits of famous actors and singers." -Terrence
"It was very educational, enlightening, and entertaining. It was a great way to get to know a real secret NYC treasure!" -Dean
"Access to this historic club after living in NYC for several decades and learning more about the Booth family. Seeing Edwin Booth’s intact room." -Terrence
"It's a unique space with an excellent history. Great visuals throughout, particularly the portraits of famous actors and singers." -Terrence
"It was very educational, enlightening, and entertaining. It was a great way to get to know a real secret NYC treasure!" -Dean
"Access to this historic club after living in NYC for several decades and learning more about the Booth family. Seeing Edwin Booth’s intact room." -Nicholas
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16 Gramercy Park South,New York,10003,US, United States
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