Ambassador Theatre | Chicago - The Musical Seating Guide & Ticket Deals

Expert Recommendations for the Best Seats at Ambassador Theatre

As a historic Broadway theater with just 1,075 seats, the Ambassador offers excellent sightlines throughout. Here's my breakdown of the best value tickets, sweet spots, and premium options for Chicago - The Musical:

Best Value Tickets ($105-$130)

• Rear Mezzanine (Rows G-J): RMEZZ sections at $105-$108 offer surprising clarity despite being furthest from stage. Row H has 8+ tickets available.
• Rear Mezzanine Sides: RMEZZO at $119 (Rows A-D) provide angled but unobstructed views - great for budget-conscious buyers.
• Left Orchestra (Row B): At $130, these are the cheapest orchestra seats with full-stage visibility.

Sweet Spot Seating ($132-$162)

• Front Mezzanine (Rows B-E): FMEZZ at $132-$133 combines good elevation with proximity - ideal for appreciating choreography.
• Rear Mezzanine Center (Rows E-F): RMEZZC at $147-$148 offers the best balance of price and central viewing.
• Orchestra (Rows CC-K): Mid-rear orchestra at $132-$176 lets you see facial expressions while taking in the full stage picture.

Higher Tier Options ($172-$231)

• Front Mezzanine Sides (Rows B-C): At $172, these provide intimacy with the performers at a 45-degree angle.
• Orchestra Center (Rows BB-CC): $220-$231 positions you directly in the "golden triangle" for perfect sightlines.
• Front Mezzanine Center (Rows A-C): $220-$231 offers overhead perspective ideal for dance-heavy numbers.

Premium & Last-Minute Seats ($249+)

• Front Mezzanine Center (Rows A-B): $249-$310 puts you directly above the action with panoramic views.
• Orchestra Center (Rows A-C): $278-$355 places you in the most coveted seats for experiencing the show's energy.
• Pro Tip: Check for last-minute releases in ORCHC Row A ($302) which sometimes become available day-of.

View Comparison

• Mezzanine: Better for appreciating full-stage choreography (especially FMEZZ rows B-D)
• Orchestra: Superior for seeing facial expressions (ORCHC rows BB-CC ideal)
• Sides vs Center: Center seats cost 20-30% more but provide balanced views of all performers

Current Best Deals

• 8+ tickets in RMEZZ Row H at $105 (rare group availability)
• 11 tickets in RMEZZO Row A at $119 (unusually large block)
• 7 tickets in FMEZZ Row C at $133 (front mezz at mid-price)

Special Recommendation

For the ultimate Chicago experience, consider pairing Rear Mezzanine Center Row D ($147) with binoculars - you'll save $80+ over comparable orchestra seats while still catching every nuance of Bob Fosse's legendary choreography.