Audubon Ballroom (the Magic Club) is a landmark in New York City, New York, and a filming location for Desperately Seeking Susan (1985). Built in 1912.
Location: New York City, New York, United States
Verified facts
- Appeared in Desperately Seeking Susan (movie, 1985) — as The Magic Club, the nightspot where Susan's boyfriend performs
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-15899, SRC-15900 - Built in 1912
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-15901, SRC-16851, SRC-17536
Evidence & sources
- SRC-15899 — https://catalog.afi.com/Catalog/moviedetails/67288 (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15900 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desperately_Seeking_Susan (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15901 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audubon_Ballroom (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16851 — https://collaborativehistory.gse.upenn.edu/media/audubon-ballroom (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17536 — https://maap.columbia.edu/place/24.html (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
How we verify
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Frequently asked questions
How is Audubon Ballroom (the Magic Club) connected to Desperately Seeking Susan?
Audubon Ballroom (the Magic Club), in New York City, New York, has a documented connection to Desperately Seeking Susan. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection.
Where is Audubon Ballroom (the Magic Club) located?
Audubon Ballroom (the Magic Club) is located in New York City, New York.