The “Grease” musical production opened at the Eugene O’ Neill Theater in New York City, running for 1,503 performances.
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The original 'King Kong' movie was shown at Radio City Music Hall and RKO Roxy, New York City, US.
The last slaves in New York were freed.
The Sun newspaper was published for the first time in New York City.
The Bank of Savings in New York City became the first bank in the US.
Stephen Schwartz's musical 'Godspell' premiered off-Broadway.