Benaroya Hall - S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium Seating Guide

Best Value Tickets for Seattle Symphony & Dreamworks Concerts

Experience world-class acoustics at Benaroya Hall with our expert seating recommendations. Below we've analyzed current ticket options to help you find the perfect balance of view, price, and availability for classical performances.

💰 Best Value Tickets (Under $90)

• Orchestra Center Row HH ($76): Mid-orchestra seating with excellent direct sightlines to stage - best budget option for 4 tickets
• Orchestra Left Row AA ($77): Front side section with slightly angled view - great availability (6 tickets)
• Orchestra Right Row K ($79): Closer to stage than center HH at minimal price difference

🎯 Sweet Spot Tickets (Balanced Price & View)

• Orchestra Center Rows DD-FF ($89): Premium center orchestra location just beyond prime pricing tier
• Second Tier Center Row D ($105): Elevated view with perfect acoustic "sweet spot" for classical music
• Second Tier Row C ($106): Side balcony with good center alignment - less expensive than center balcony

🎻 Higher Tier Options (Premium Experience)

• Founders Tier Center Rows A-B ($162): Top-tier boxes with intimate feel and direct overhead view
• Orchestra Center Rows P-X ($136-142): Prime center orchestra seating for audiophiles
• Third Tier Row F ($227): Highest premium section with dramatic vertical view of performances

⚠️ Important View Considerations

• Orchestra Center vs Side: Center sections (DD,FF,HH,X) offer straight-on views while side sections (AA,K,QQ) have angled perspectives
• Tier Differences: Second Tier provides optimal acoustics, Founders Tier offers luxury box experience, Third Tier has most dramatic vertical sightlines
• Front Rows (AA): May require slight head movement to see entire stage but offer incredible intimacy

💎 Premium/Last-Minute Options

• Orchestra Row X ($758): Ultra-premium front center seats (only 4 available)
• ORCH RIGHT Row PP ($244): Front-right section with near-stage proximity
• ORCHESTRA LEFT Row P ($178): Premium side orchestra seating closer to stage

🎼 Expert Recommendations

• For Budget Buyers: Orchestra HH (best value) or Orchestra Left AA (best availability)
• For Acoustics: Second Tier Center Rows B-D ($105-114) - considered the hall's acoustic "golden zone"
• For Special Occasions: Founders Tier boxes (Rows A-D) offer exclusive experience
• Group Tickets: Orchestra Center FF has 6 seats together at reasonable $89 price point

Benaroya Hall Viewing Tips

The auditorium's vineyard-style seating means even upper tiers have excellent sightlines. For choral performances, higher tiers actually provide better views of the chorus loft. The hall's renowned acoustics ensure superb sound quality throughout, with slight tonal variations between sections.