1901: The Thespian Horse College at Ben-Hur Stables in Gramercy Park » BenHur
To prepare for “Ben-Hur,” carpenters began constructing the stage set in October 1899. They first tore open the entire stage to put in place eight of the racing machines required for the chariot race. Steel girders also had to be placed under the stage to make it strong enough for the horses, chariots and drivers – no less than 85 tons. Additional timbers were also added to the sub-cellar of the Broadway Theatre.
Ben-Hur at the Broadway Theatre
