Radio City Stage Secrets: How the Band Car Works

If you've ever been to a Rockettes performance at Radio City Music Hall, you've seen the orchestra magically rise up to stage level and then disappear back below the Great Stage. The orchestra is sitting on a platform we call the band car. Here, one of our Stage Managers takes you through the process!

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The Rockettes are the world’s most famous precision dance company. Widely known as one of New York City’s most illustrious and beloved icons, they are legendary for their precision dance and eye-high kicks. You can see the Rockettes starring in the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall.