Chicago - The Musical | Ambassador Theatre Seating Guide & Best Value Tickets

Expert Recommendations for the Best Views at Every Price Point

The intimate Ambassador Theatre (1,100 seats) offers excellent sightlines throughout, but some sections provide exceptional value. Here's my breakdown of the best options for "Chicago - The Musical" based on current availability and pricing.

💰 Best Value Tickets (Under $110)

• Rear Mezzanine (RMEZZ) Rows G-J ($90-$108): Surprisingly good sightlines for the price. Row G offers the best value at $90 - you're high but can see all choreography clearly. The $108 seats in same section are identical view, just closer to aisle.
• Rear Mezzanine Right Center Row H ($108): Slightly better angle than standard RMEZZ for same price. Perfect if you want to see the famous "Cell Block Tango" staging.

🎯 Sweet Spot (Great Balance $119-$160)

• Rear Mezzanine Left Row C ($119): Front of rear mezzanine with perfect head-on view. These often sell for $150+ at other Broadway houses.
• RMEZZO Rows A-D ($122-$124): Side rear mezzanine but excellent proximity to stage. Row B is particularly good - you'll catch all the jazz hands in "All That Jazz".
• Rear Mezzanine Right Center Row G ($125): Center-line seats at mezzanine level. The $4 jump from Row H is worth it for the more centered view.

✨ Higher Tier Options ($161-$220)

• Front Mezzanine (FMEZZ) Rows A-E ($161): Noticeably closer than rear mezzanine. Rows C-D are the sweet spot here - you'll see facial expressions clearly.
• Orchestra Sides Rows K-O ($152-$176): Great for feeling immersed in the jazz atmosphere. Row L center at $155 is a steal - same view as $200+ center orchestra.
• Rear Mezzanine Center Rows A-D ($152-$177): True center views. Row D at $152 is the hidden gem - identical view to $200 front mezzanine but $50+ cheaper.

💎 Premium & Last-Minute ($220+)

• Front Mezzanine Center Rows A-E ($222-$272): The best views in house. Row C at $227 lets you appreciate all the Bob Fosse choreography details.
• Center Orchestra Rows BB-CC ($231-$253): For true Broadway splurge. Row BB at $253 puts you just 15 rows back with perfect sightlines to the iconic "Roxie" numbers.
• Orchestra Center Rows A-E ($278-$325): Ultimate VIP experience. The $325 Row B seats are where Broadway insiders sit - you'll see every nuance of the performers' technique.

🔍 View Differences to Note

• Mezzanine vs Orchestra: Mezzanine better for appreciating full choreography (key for Chicago), Orchestra better for emotional connection with performers.
• Row A Warning: In both mezzanines, Row A has a slightly obstructed view of upstage areas due to railing.
• Side Sections: Right side (house left) has slightly better views of Roxie's big moments, Left side better for Velma's numbers.

🎭 My Top 3 Recommendations

1. Budget Pick: RMEZZ Row G at $90 - unbeatable value
2. Best Overall: RMEZZO Row B at $122 - center-mezzanine view at side-mezzanine price
3. Splurge Worthy: FMEZZC Row C at $227 - you'll feel like a Broadway producer

Pro Tip for Chicago

This show has many quick, subtle choreography moments (especially in "We Both Reached for the Gun"). Slightly higher mezzanine seats actually provide better overall viewing than many orchestra seats. The $90-$130 mezzanine options often deliver better experiences than $200+ orchestra side seats.