Ahmanson Theatre | "Parade" Seating Guide & Best Ticket Values

Expert Recommendations for the Best Views at Every Price Point

The Ahmanson Theatre's unique thrust stage design means every seat offers an intimate experience, but sightlines vary dramatically by section. Here's our breakdown of the best values for "Parade" with seating insights you won't find on other ticket sites.

Best Value Tickets (Under $100)

• MEZZANINE LEVEL D ($51-67): Rows A-D offer surprisingly good sightlines to the thrust stage. The slight angle means you'll see facial expressions better than many Orchestra seats at twice the price.
• BALCONY Rows A-F ($71-92): Front balcony provides a perfect "director's view" of the stage pictures. Row C is the sweet spot - high enough for the full stage view but close enough for emotional connection.

Sweet Spot (Best Balance of Price & View $100-150)

• ORCHESTRA REAR Rows U-Z ($97-139): The hidden gem section. These seats sit at ideal eye-level with the stage (unlike the steeper Mezzanine). Row Z specifically avoids the overhang that affects some Mezzanine seats.
• MEZZANINE Rows G-P ($97-154): Center Mezzanine offers the classic Broadway view. Row L is worth the premium - it's the first row after the cross aisle with perfect head-on perspective.

Higher Tier Options ($150-250)

• ORCHESTRA FRONT Rows K-L ($162-168): For those who want to see every costume detail. Warning: These are partial view seats during some staging - check the exact seat numbers for obstructed views.
• MEZZANINE Rows C-E ($184-247): The premium Mezzanine experience. These front-center seats rival Orchestra views at half the price of comparable front sections.

Premium & Last-Minute Options ($250+)

• ORCHESTRA Rows AA-BB ($310): True VIP seats with the best sightlines. Row BB is actually preferable to AA - slightly elevated for better stage depth perception.
• ORCHESTRA Row M ($556): Only recommended for corporate buyers - the center section comes with wait service but similar views can be had in Rows R-U for half the price.

View Comparison Guide

• Balcony vs Mezzanine: Balcony has steeper pitch (better view over heads) while Mezzanine offers more legroom. For "Parade," Balcony rows A-C actually have better sightlines to upstage scenes.
• Orchestra Rear Magic: Rows U-Z sit at the perfect elevation to see the full stage picture that the director intended - often better than more expensive front Orchestra seats.
• Avoid: Extreme sides in Mezzanine Level D and front Orchestra beyond Row 10 - these lose crucial staging moments in this production.

Pro Tip for "Parade"

This production makes exceptional use of the Ahmanson's depth. We recommend prioritizing seats between rows D-L in any center section to fully appreciate the dramatic courtroom scenes and ensemble movement patterns.